How much does a Police Detective make in Georgia? The average Police Detective salary in Georgia is $33,519 as of March 26, 2024, but the range typically falls between $27,452 and $48,360. Salary ranges can vary widely depending on the city and many other important factors, including education, certifications, additional skills, the number of years you have spent in your profession.

Based on HR-reported data: a national average with a geographic differential
Police Detective Salaries by Percentile
Percentile Salary Location Last Updated
10th Percentile Police Detective Salary $21,929 GA March 26, 2024
25th Percentile Police Detective Salary $27,452 GA March 26, 2024
50th Percentile Police Detective Salary $33,519 GA March 26, 2024
75th Percentile Police Detective Salary $48,360 GA March 26, 2024
90th Percentile Police Detective Salary $61,873 GA March 26, 2024
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What is a Police Detective ?

A detective is an investigator, usually a member of a law enforcement agency. They often collect information to solve crime by talking to witnesses and informants, collecting physical evidence, or searching records in databases. This leads them to arrest criminals and enable them to be convicted in court. A detective may work for the police or privately....

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Location Avg. Salary Date Updated
Location Abbeville, GA Avg. Salary $30,919 Date Updated March 26, 2024
Location Acworth, GA Avg. Salary $33,692 Date Updated March 26, 2024
Location Adairsville, GA Avg. Salary $32,479 Date Updated March 26, 2024
Location Adel, GA Avg. Salary $30,919 Date Updated March 26, 2024
Location Adrian, GA Avg. Salary $30,919 Date Updated March 26, 2024
Location Ailey, GA Avg. Salary $30,919 Date Updated March 26, 2024
Location Alamo, GA Avg. Salary $30,919 Date Updated March 26, 2024
Location Alapaha, GA Avg. Salary $30,919 Date Updated March 26, 2024
Location Albany, GA Avg. Salary $31,161 Date Updated March 26, 2024
Location Allenhurst, GA Avg. Salary $32,167 Date Updated March 26, 2024
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Allied Universal® - Trenton , NJ
Overview Allied Universal®, North America's leading security and facility services company, provides rewarding careers that give you a sense of purpose. While working in a dynamic, diverse and inclusive workplace, you will be part of a team that fuels a culture that will reflect in our communities and customers we serve. We offer medical, dental and vision coverage, life insurance, retirement plan, employee assistance programs, company discounts, perks and more for most full-time positions! Job Description NOW HIRING PART TIME ARMED, WEAPON DETECTION OFFICERS AND ARMED, SHIFT OFFICERS TO FOR A HOSPITAL FACILITY IN TRENTON, N. J. ! ***CURRENT N.J. ARMED SORA CARD AND CARRY PERMIT REQUIRED OR N.J. RPO / MILITARY EXPERIENCE ALSO CONSIDERED*** OVERNIGHT SHIFTS AVAILABLE! WEEKLY PAY AS WELL AS DAILYPAY, WORK TODAY, GET PAID TODAY OPTIONS! JOIN THE WORLD'S LEADING GLOBAL SECURITY COMPANY! OFFERING AMAZING CAREER ADVANCEMENTS, PROMOTIONS FROM WITHIN, PAID ORIENTATION, FULL BENEFITS PACKAGES F
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Permanent Transfer Candidate: Current NYS Department of Health employee with one year of permanent or contingent-permanent, competitive service as an Investigative Specialist 1, G18 OR NYS employee with one year of permanent or contingent-permanent, competitive service in a title G16 or higher and eligible to transfer under Section 70.1 or Section 52.6 of the Civil Service Law. Non Competitive Candidates: Six years of experience in a field investigative position conducting interviews of witnesses and others, taking written statements and affidavits, collecting and analyzing physical and documentary evidence, and preparing detailed written reports of investigative findings. Types of Investigative experience that could be considered qualifying: experience in such positions as police detective, insurance investigator, licensed and registered private investigator, federal investigator, state investigator, municipal investigator, child protective services investigator, in an investigative p
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