Detectives for hire in Houston, TX
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Most popular skills
Analysis Skills9%Communication Skills9%Leadership7%Education level
High school diploma or GED28%Associate's degree21%Bachelor's degree16%Years of experience
More than 10 years70%6-10 years20%3-5 years10%Current company
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Time at current job
1-2 years67%2-5 years17%More than 5 years17%
Browse Indeed's database of 354 profiles for Detectives in Houston, TX
Last updated: Oct 17, 2026
Detective: Cost of hiring?
- Common salary in Houston, TX: $174,202 yearly
- Typical salaries range from $102,810 – $295,169 yearly
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Overnight Security Site Supervisor
Houston, Texas
Licenses & certifications
Guard CardAEDFirst Aid CertificationLoss Prevention QualifiedCPRForklift Certification+1 moreSkills
Communication SkillsLeadershipOrganizational SkillsAnalysis SkillsTime ManagementLoss PreventionFacility Security Manager
Houston, Texas
Licenses & certifications
Class D SecurityDriver's LicenseLoss Prevention QualifiedCPRNon-CDL Class CSkills
Communication SkillsOrganizational SkillsTime ManagementAnalysis SkillsLeadershipSurveillance EquipmentDoorman/Bouncer
Houston, Texas
Licenses & certifications
TABC CertificationAEDFirst Aid CertificationLoss Prevention QualifiedCPRFood Handler CertificationSkills
LeadershipCommunication SkillsAnalysis SkillsTime ManagementLoss PreventionSurveillanceAgent
Houston, Texas
Licenses & certifications
Driver's LicenseCPRDEA LicensePeace Officer CertificationSkills
Analysis SkillsLeadershipCommunication SkillsPresentation SkillsBilingualForeign Language ProficiencyLOSS PREVENTION SUPERVISOR
Houston, Texas
Licenses & certifications
Loss Prevention QualifiedForklift CertificationFood Handler CertificationPallet Jack CertificationSkills
Communication SkillsLeadershipSurveillance MonitoringCCTV System Operation (AV)CCTVTheft Prevention ProceduresAsset Protection Detective
Houston, Texas
Licenses & certifications
Certified Personal TrainerSkills
Communication SkillsLeadershipConflict ManagementCrisis InterventionIndividual Crisis ManagementCrisis Management
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What's the average time to fill a detective role?
The average time to fill a detective role is 15 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: analysis skills, communication skills and leadership.
What licenses or certifications are common for detectives?
Common licenses or certifications for detectives include: Driver's License, Loss Prevention Qualified and CPR.
What are some job titles related to detectives?
According to Indeed's Smart Sourcing data, job titles related to detectives include: IT security specialist (partner solutions architect), asset protection detective and agent.
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 Houston, TX, according to available candidates on Smart Sourcing.
How many years of experience is common for a detective?
Most detectives have 18 years of professional experience.
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