Detective Jobs

A Detective is a crucial part of the Law Enforcement industry that plays an important role in solving crimes and ensuring public safety. Detectives are responsible for conducting extensive investigations, collecting evidence, interviewing witnesses, and apprehending suspects. They also must work closely with other law enforcement officials and contribute to court proceedings by presenting the evidence they have gathered. In many cases, detectives have a specific area of expertise, such as homicide, narcotics, or cybercrime.

Important skills for a detective to possess include strong analytical skills, excellent communication, and the ability to observe and remember details. Detective work also requires resilience, integrity, and a keen sense of judgment. Certifications may vary, but a degree in Criminal Justice or a related field is often beneficial. Prior to becoming a detective, one might serve as a police officer, a crime scene investigator, or a law enforcement analyst, gaining valuable field experience and knowledge of law enforcement practices and procedures. It's also common for detectives to have passed a police academy training course.

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Financial Investigator Supporting the DEA

NOTE: Applicants with an INTERIM SECRET Clearance Preferred Requirements: Bachelor's Degree in any field 5 years of criminal investigative experience, with minimum of 2 years of experience in financial...

law enforcement training academy....

Supervisory Criminal Investigator

  • Yosemite National Park, CA
  • 11 hours ago
  • Yosemite National Park, CA
  • 11 hours ago

Mandatory Requirements for Supervisory Criminal Investigator: 1....

Senior Financial Investigator

  • Arlington, VA
  • 18 hours ago
  • Arlington, VA
  • 18 hours ago

Utilizes information obtained as a result of the financial analysis and prepares documentation for use by law enforcement personnel pursuing civil and criminal forfeiture matters....

Retail Crime Investigator

  • Hagerstown, MD
  • 21 hours ago
  • Hagerstown, MD
  • 21 hours ago

Act as a liaison between Weis Markets and local, state, and federal law enforcement agencies. Refers cases to law enforcement for prosecution....

Supervisory Criminal Investigator (Group Supervisor)

  • Atlanta, GA
  • 21 hours ago
  • Atlanta, GA
  • 21 hours ago

ATF is a law enforcement agency in the U.S....

Supervisory Criminal Investigator (Assistant Inspector General for Investigations)

  • Washington, DC
  • 21 hours ago
  • Washington, DC
  • 21 hours ago

law enforcement training academy....

Supervisory Criminal Investigator (ASAC)

  • King of Prussia, PA
  • 21 hours ago
  • King of Prussia, PA
  • 21 hours ago

currently, or have in the past worked as a GS-1811 Criminal Investigator in a federal OIG office must clearly demonstrate in their on-line application, possession of the experience....

Criminal Investigator

  • Washington, DC
  • 1 day ago
  • Washington, DC
  • 1 day ago

Investigator Training Program (CITP) at the Federal Law Enforcement Training Center (FLETC) or equivalent....

Criminal Investigator (Arson)

  • GA
  • 2 days ago
  • GA
  • 2 days ago

Criminal Investigator (Arson) Georgia - Fulton - Atlanta NEW Law Enforcement Insurance and Safety Fire Commissioner, Office of - OCI 3 days ago Apply for Job Share this Job Sign Up for Job Alerts Under...

Senior Financial Investigator

  • Philadelphia, PA
  • 2 days ago
  • Philadelphia, PA
  • 2 days ago

Ideally, you will also have: Experience in law enforcement. Experience in analyzing, organizing, and presenting a large volume of data using common software programs....

Property and Crime Scene Technician

  • Fort Worth, TX
  • 3 days ago
  • Fort Worth, TX
  • 3 days ago

Haltom City is looking for someone with an interest in law enforcement to work in the Police Department managing property and evidence....

Supervisory Criminal Investigator (Resident Agent in Charge)

  • Boise, ID
  • 3 days ago
  • Boise, ID
  • 3 days ago

Summary ATF is a law enforcement agency in the U.S....

Criminal Investigator

  • Brenham, TX
  • 4 days ago
  • Brenham, TX
  • 4 days ago

Conduct criminal investigations Prepare complaint affidavits Conduct interviews Present cases to Grand Jury Provide court testimony Qualifications: TCOLE Intermediate certificate Minimum of 5 years...

Police Detective

  • Brookshire, TX
  • 4 days ago
  • Brookshire, TX
  • 4 days ago

Contacts: Daily contact with co-workers, department employees, employees of other law enforcement agencies at the Federal, State and local level, as well as the public and regulatory agencies; Contacts...

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Salary for Detective Jobs Nationwide

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Licensing / Certification

Required or preferred licenses and certifications for Detective positions.



Highest Education Level

Detectives offer the following education background
Bachelor's Degree
44.8%
Master's Degree
19.1%
Associate's Degree
12.4%
High School or GED
9.8%
Vocational Degree or Certification
8.3%
Doctorate Degree
2.7%
Some College
2.5%
Some High School
0.4%


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