Detectives and Criminal Investigators
Conduct investigations related to suspected violations of federal, state, or local laws to prevent or solve crimes.
71 alternate job titles:
Air Marshal
Burglary Investigator
Child Support Agent
Child Support Investigator
Child Support Officer
CIA Agent (Central Intelligence Agency Agent)
City Detective
Counter Intelligence Agent
Crime Analyst
Crime Investigator Special Agent
Crime Scene Investigator (CSI)
Criminal Analyst
Criminal Investigations Agent
Criminal Investigative Agent
Criminal Investigator
Criminal Investigator Special Agent
Criminal Profiler
Criminalist
Cyber Special Agent
Cybercrimes Investigator
Deputy United States Marshal (Deputy US Marshal)
Detective
Drug Enforcement Administration Agent (DEA AGENT)
Enforcement Agent
FBI Field Agent (Federal Bureau of Investigation Field Agent)
FBI Investigator (Federal Bureau of Investigation Investigator)
FBI Profiler (Federal Bureau of Investigation Profiler)
FBI Sharpshooter (Federal Bureau of Investigation Sharpshooter)
FBI Special Agent (Federal Bureau of Investigation Special Agent)
Federal Air Marshal
Financial Crimes Analyst
Financial Crimes Investigator
Fugitive Detective
Fugitive Investigator
Gang Investigator
Homicide Detective
Homicide Investigator
Identification Officer
Intelligence Officer
Internal Affairs Investigator
Investigation Officer
Investigative Analyst
Investigator
Law Enforcement Specialist
Major Case Detective
Master Police Detective
Missing Persons Investigator
Narcotics Agent
Narcotics Detective
Narcotics Investigator
PI (Private Investigator)
Police Detective
Police Inspector
Police Investigator
Secret Service Agent
Sex Crimes Detective
Sheriff's Detective
SIU Investigator (Special Investigation Unit Investigator)
Special Agent
Special Crimes Investigator
Special Inspector
Special Investigator
Spy
State Trooper
Station Detective
Undercover Cop
United States Marshal (US Marshal)
Vice Detective
Vice Investigator
Victim Liaison
Violent Crimes Detective
Salary Information
Detectives and Criminal Investigators: $93,580 (median) per year.
Starting salary (10th percentile).
Required expreience: Varies by Company
Data source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics
Daily Tasks & Responsibilities
| Task Description | Category |
|---|---|
| Check physical condition of people or animals. | General |
| Interview people to gather information about criminal activities. | General |
| Examine crime scenes to obtain evidence. | General |
| Prevent unauthorized individuals from entering restricted areas. | General |
| Record information about suspects or criminals. | General |
| Prepare investigation or incident reports. | General |
| Document legal or regulatory information. | General |
| Process forensic or legal evidence in accordance with procedures. | General |
| Collect evidence for legal proceedings. | General |
| Record crime or accident scene evidence with video or still cameras. | General |
| Examine records or other types of data to investigate criminal activities. | General |
| Use databases to locate investigation details or other information. | General |
| Detain suspects or witnesses. | General |
| Observe individuals' activities to gather information or compile evidence. | General |
| Serve court ordered documents. | General |
| Investigate accidents to determine causes. | General |
| Apprehend criminal suspects. | General |
| Direct criminal investigations. | General |
| Request emergency personnel. | General |
| Testify at legal or legislative proceedings. | General |
| Block physical access to restricted areas. | General |
| Determine operational procedures. | General |
| Collaborate with law enforcement or security agencies to share information. | General |
| Analyze crime scene evidence. | Analysis |
| Communicate situation details to appropriate personnel. | Communication |
| Maintain surveillance of individuals or establishments. | Maintenance |
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Technology Requirements
| Technology | Description |
|---|---|
| Microsoft Excel | Spreadsheet software |
| Microsoft Office software | Office suite software |
| Microsoft PowerPoint | Presentation software |
| Adobe Photoshop | Graphics or photo imaging software |
| Linux | Operating system software |
| Microsoft Outlook | Electronic mail software |
| Microsoft Visio | Process mapping and design software |
| Microsoft Word | Word processing software |
| SAS | Analytical or scientific software |
| AccessData FTK | Network monitoring software |
| Case management software | Project management software |
| Computer aided composite drawing software | Graphics or photo imaging software |
| Corel WordPerfect Office Suite | Office suite software |
| Crime mapping software | Map creation software |
| DeChant Consulting Services iWitness | Graphics or photo imaging software |
| DesignWare 3D EyeWitness | Graphics or photo imaging software |
| Digital Image Management Solutions Crime Scene | Graphics or photo imaging software |
| Email software | Electronic mail software |
| Eos Systems PhotoModeler | Graphics or photo imaging software |
| Graphics software | Graphics or photo imaging software |
| Guidance Software EnCase Enterprise | Analytical or scientific software |
| Microsoft Publisher | Desktop publishing software |
| Operating system software | Operating system software |
| SmartDraw Legal | Graphics or photo imaging software |
| Spreadsheet software | Spreadsheet software |
| The CAD Zone The Crime Zone | Graphics or photo imaging software |
| Trancite Logic Systems ScenePD | Graphics or photo imaging software |
| Visual Statement Vista FX3 CSI | Graphics or photo imaging software |
| Web browser software | Internet browser software |
| Microsoft Access | Data base user interface and query software |
| Structured query language SQL | Data base user interface and query software |
| DataWorks Plus Digital CrimeScene | Data base user interface and query software |
| Integrated Automated Fingerprint Identification System IAFIS | Data base user interface and query software |
| Law enforcement information databases | Data base user interface and query software |
| National Crime Information Center (NCIC) database | Data base user interface and query software |
| National Integrated Ballistics Information Network NIBIN | Data base user interface and query software |
| ESRI ArcView | Geographic information system |
| Geographic information system GIS software | Geographic information system |
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Relevant Certifications
Industry certifications that may be valuable for this career role:
| Certification | Issuing Organization | Practice Test |
|---|---|---|
| Certified Corrections Manager - Security Threat Groups | American Correctional Association | Not Available |
| Certified Field Commander | Criminal Justice Commission for Credible Leadership Development | Not Available |
| Certified Fraud Examiner | Association of Certified Fraud Examiners | Not Available |
| Certified Law Enforcement Analysts | International Association of Crime Analysts | Not Available |
| Certified Legal Investigator | National Association of Legal Investigators | Not Available |
| Credible Leadership Command | Criminal Justice Commission for Credible Leadership Development | Not Available |
| Criminal Intelligence Certified Analyst | International Association of Law Enforcement Intelligence Analysts | Not Available |
| Diplomate of the American Board of Criminalistics | American Board of Criminalistics | Not Available |
| Fellow of the American Board of Criminalistics | American Board of Criminalistics | Not Available |
| Footwear Certification | International Association for Identification | Not Available |
| IBM Certified Analyst - i2 Analysts Notebook V9 | IBM Corporation | Not Available |
| Sartech I/ Crewleader | National Association for Search and Rescue | Not Available |
| Sartech II | National Association for Search and Rescue | Not Available |
| Sartech III | National Association for Search and Rescue | Not Available |
| The Certified Information Privacy Professional | International Association of Privacy Professionals | Not Available |
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