Detectives for hire in Atlanta, GA

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  • Most popular skills

    Leadership
    10%
    Communication Skills
    8%
    Analysis Skills
    8%
  • Education level

    Bachelor's degree
    33%
    High school diploma or GED
    29%
    Master's degree
    17%
  • Years of experience

    More than 10 years
    70%
    6-10 years
    30%
  • Current company

    • Macys
    • Kohl's
    • TJX
  • Time at current job

    More than 5 years
    50%
    Less than a year
    30%
    2-5 years
    20%

Browse Indeed's database of 587 profiles for Detectives in Atlanta, GA

Last updated: Oct 27, 2026

Detective: Cost of hiring?

  • Common salary in Atlanta, GA: $91,344 yearly
  • Typical salaries range from $42,273 – $197,377 yearly

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  • Loss Prevention Detective TJX

    Atlanta, Georgia

    Licenses & certifications

    Guard CardLoss Prevention QualifiedDriver's LicenseCPRArmed Security LicensePeace Officer Certification

    Skills

    LeadershipCommunication SkillsTime ManagementOrganizational SkillsAnalysis SkillsTeam Leadership
  • Regional Store Detective

    Atlanta, Georgia

    Licenses & certifications

    Driver's License

    Skills

    LeadershipCommunication SkillsOrganizational SkillsTime ManagementAnalysis SkillsSurveillance
  • Detective Sergeant

    Atlanta, Georgia

    Licenses & certifications

    Driver's LicenseNon-CDL Class CPeace Officer Certification

    Skills

    LeadershipAnalysis SkillsCommunication SkillsLaw EnforcementDog HandlingReport Preparation
  • Special Agent

    Atlanta, Georgia

    Licenses & certifications

    Certified Fitness InstructorGuard CardCertified Fraud ExaminerTeaching CertificationQ ClearanceTS/SCI+14 more

    Skills

    LeadershipCommunication SkillsStrategic PlanningProduct ManagementOrganizational SkillsPresentation Skills
  • Detective – Criminal Investigations Division (Major Crimes Against Persons)

    Atlanta, Georgia

    Licenses & certifications

    AEDFirst Aid CertificationCPR

    Skills

    LeadershipCriminal InvestigationEvidence PreservationChain of CustodyProper Evidence HandlingEvidence Collection
  • Captain

    Atlanta, Georgia

    Licenses & certifications

    Top Secret ClearanceRadiotelephone Operator LicenseAirline Transport Pilot (ATP) CertificateCommercial Pilot License (CPL)Driver's LicenseInstrument Flight Rules (IFR)+5 more

    Skills

    Communication SkillsAlgebraData CollectionGeometryLaw EnforcementHuman Resources

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What's the average time to fill a detective role?

The average time to fill a detective role is 18 days, calculated from the moment the job is posted until a candidate accepts the offer.

What skills do detectives tend to have?

According to the candidates available on Smart Sourcing, the most common skills for a detective include: leadership, communication skills and analysis skills.

What licenses or certifications are common for detectives?

Common licenses or certifications for detectives include: Driver's License, CPR and First Aid Certification.

What are some job titles related to detectives?

According to Indeed's Smart Sourcing data, job titles related to detectives include: private detective/private investigation, law enforcement lieutenant and security hybrid supervisor.

What level of education is common for a detective?

Bachelor's degree is the most common level of education for a detective in Atlanta, GA, according to available candidates on Smart Sourcing.

How many years of experience is common for a detective?

Most detectives have 24 years of professional experience.

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