Detectives and Criminal Investigators

SOC Code: 33-3021

Detectives and Criminal Investigatorss check victims for signs of life, such as breathing and pulse. This career typically requires medium preparation (1-2 years). With an AI-proof score of 82.0/100, this role has high resilience to automation. Key skills include Reading Comprehension, Active Listening, Active Listening.

AI-Proof Score: 82.0Very High
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Median Salary

$93,580

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Job Growth

-0.7%

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Training Time

Medium preparation (1-2 years)

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Job Zone

Zone 3 / 5

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Training Cost

~$15,000

Key Skills

  • Reading Comprehension
  • Active Listening
  • Critical Thinking
  • Speaking

Common Tasks

  • Check victims for signs of life, such as breathing and pulse.
  • Obtain facts or statements from complainants, witnesses, and accused persons and record interviews, using recording device.
  • Secure deceased body and obtain evidence from it, preventing bystanders from tampering with it prior to medical examiner's arrival.
  • Record progress of investigation, maintain informational files on suspects, and submit reports to commanding officer or magistrate to authorize warrants.
  • Prepare reports that detail investigation findings.

Why AI-Proof?

  • Requires hands-on physical presence and dexterity
  • Demands human empathy, judgment, and trust
  • Operates in unpredictable, variable environments
  • Social and regulatory barriers to full automation
Detectives and Criminal Investigators — AI-Proof Careers