Detectives for hire in Cleveland, OH

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    Resume updated in last 6 months

  • Most popular skills

    Communication Skills11%
    Organizational Skills8%
    Leadership7%
  • Education level

    High school diploma or GED55%
    Bachelor's degree20%
    Associate's degree11%
  • Years of experience

    Less than a year2%
    3-5 years2%
    6-10 years8%
  • Current company

    Macy's
    Cleveland Metropolitan School District
    Cleveland Police Department
  • Time at current job

    Less than a year13%
    1-2 years13%
    2-5 years34%

Browse Indeed's database of 173 profiles for Detectives in Cleveland, OH

Last updated: Jul 27, 2026

Detective: Cost of hiring?

  • Common salary in Cleveland, OH: $73,312 yearly
  • Typical salaries range from $57,923$92,790 yearly

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  • Security Officer

    Cleveland, Ohio

    Licenses & certifications

    Class DGuard CardFirst Aid CertificationPassenger EndorsementDriver's LicenseCPR

    Skills

    Time ManagementPersonal Assistant ExperienceOrganizational SkillsSupervising ExperienceCommunication SkillsAnalysis Skills
  • Asset Protection Manager

    Cleveland, Ohio

    Licenses & certifications

    AEDCPIFirst Aid CertificationFirearms LicenseDriver's LicenseOccupational Safety and Health Administration Outreach Training Program 30-Hour

    Skills

    Communication SkillsPersonal Assistant ExperienceHeavy LiftingAnalysis SkillsLeadershipOrganizational Skills
  • Asset Protection Detective

    Lakewood, Ohio

    Licenses & certifications

    Guard CardFirst Aid CertificationDriver's LicenseLoss Prevention QualifiedCPRNon-CDL Class C

    Skills

    Warehouse Supervisor ExperienceOrganizational SkillsUSTsHeavy LiftingCommunication SkillsSupervising Experience
  • Police Officer/Detective/Sergeant

    Cleveland, Ohio

    Licenses & certifications

    Top Secret ClearanceFirst Aid CertificationDriver's LicenseCPRSecret ClearancePilot License

    Skills

    Supervising ExperienceCommunication SkillsLeadershipLaw EnforcementCrisis InterventionSurveillance
  • Cargo Van Owner Operator

    Lyndhurst, Ohio

    Licenses & certifications

    State-Specific Police Officer CertificationFirst Aid CertificationDriver's LicenseNon-CDL Class CLaw Enforcement CertificationPeace Officer Certification

    Skills

    Heavy LiftingCommunication SkillsOrganizational SkillsLaw EnforcementSurveillanceFirst Aid
  • Police Sergeant

    Cleveland, Ohio

    Licenses & certifications

    First Aid CertificationDriver's LicenseCPRSafety Training UndergoneHazardous Waste Operations & Emergency Response Training

    Skills

    Communication SkillsLeadershipTime ManagementSupervising ExperienceStrategic PlanningAnalysis Skills

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

The average time to fill a detective role is 14 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: communication skills, organizational skills and leadership.

What licenses or certifications are common for a detective?

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

What are some job titles related to detectives?

According to Indeed’s Smart Sourcing data, job titles related to detectives include: asset protection detective, asset protection manager and police officer/detective.

What level of education is common for a detective?

High school diploma or GED is the most common level of education for a detective in Cleveland, OH, according to available candidates on Smart Sourcing.

How many years of experience is common for a detective?

Most detectives have 26 years of professional experience.

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