Detectives and Criminal Investigators in District of Columbia
Detectives and criminal investigators examine evidence and conduct interviews to solve crimes and prevent violations of federal, state, or local laws. They work for law enforcement agencies, district attorney offices, and specialized investigative units, analyzing case details and building evidence to support prosecutions or prevent criminal activity. In District of Columbia the median pay is $160,760 a year, 71% above the national median of $93,790.
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Who is hiring in District of Columbia
Openings in District of Columbia and remote
- Criminal Investigator · Office of Inspector General · Washington, District of Columbia · $102415–$158322
- Criminal Investigator (Protective Services)(CTAP/ICTAP) · Internal Revenue Service · Washington, District of Columbia · $121785–$158322
- Supervisory Criminal Investigator (Branch Chief, SOD - Operations Support) · Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives · Washington, District of Columbia · $147899–$192275
- Supervisory Criminal Investigator (Branch Chief, Emerging Threats Center) · Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives · District of Columbia, District of Columbia · $147899–$192275
- Criminal Investigator (Program Manager) · Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives · District of Columbia, District of Columbia · $147899–$192275
- Supervisory Criminal Investigator (Branch Chief) · Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives · Washington, District of Columbia · $147899–$192275
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What it takes
Preparation: Medium preparation (vocational training, an associate degree, or related experience).
Skills that matter most
Knowledge areas
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Licenses and training in District of Columbia
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O*NET-SOC 33-3021.00. Pay: BLS Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics, May 2025, District of Columbia, annual.