Detectives for hire in Milwaukee, WI

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  • Most popular skills

    Communication Skills10%
    Leadership7%
    Organizational Skills5%
  • Education level

    High school diploma or GED39%
    Bachelor's degree33%
    Associate's degree22%
  • Years of experience

    More than 10 years60%
    6-10 years30%
    Less than a year10%
  • Current company

    GT Private Detective Agency
    City of Milwaukee Police Department
    Wauwatosa Police Department
  • Time at current job

    2-5 years50%
    More than 5 years33%
    1-2 years17%

Browse Indeed's database of 149 profiles for Detectives in Milwaukee, WI

Last updated: Oct 11, 2026

Detective: Cost of hiring?

  • Common salary in Milwaukee, WI: $104,546 yearly
  • Typical salaries range from $83,611 – $130,722 yearly

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  • Unarmed Security Officer

    Milwaukee, Wisconsin

    Licenses & certifications

    CHHAGuard CardPERC CardDriver's LicenseOSHA 10Armed Security License+2 more

    Skills

    LeadershipTime ManagementAnalysis SkillsOrganizational SkillsCommunication SkillsTyping
  • Public Safety Officer

    Milwaukee, Wisconsin

    Licenses & certifications

    AEDGuard CardOC CertificationClass D SecurityFirst Aid CertificationBaton Permit+4 more

    Skills

    LeadershipCommunication SkillsJudoAnalysis SkillsOrganizational SkillsTime Management
  • Security Operations Supervisor

    Milwaukee, Wisconsin

    Licenses & certifications

    Class DCHHAGuard CardTeaching CertificationBaton PermitFirearms License+11 more

    Skills

    Organizational SkillsLeadershipCommunication SkillsPublic SpeakingTime ManagementPresentation Skills
  • Notary Signing Agent

    Milwaukee, Wisconsin

    Licenses & certifications

    Class DAEDGuard CardChild Development Associate CertificationFirst Aid CertificationFirearms License+6 more

    Skills

    Organizational SkillsLeadershipCommunication SkillsTime ManagementWarehouse Supervisor ExperienceMathematical Aptitude
  • Security Officer

    Milwaukee, Wisconsin

    Licenses & certifications

    Guard CardClass D SecurityFirearms LicenseDriver's LicenseLoss Prevention QualifiedLow-Voltage Electrical Systems+6 more

    Skills

    LeadershipCommunication SkillsHeavy LiftingTime ManagementLoss PreventionGroundskeeping
  • Private Police Officer/Private Detective

    Milwaukee, Wisconsin

    Licenses & certifications

    AEDGuard CardCDLClass D SecurityFirst Aid CertificationBaton Permit+6 more

    Skills

    Analysis SkillsCommunication SkillsTime ManagementCustomer ServiceCustomer SupportLaw Enforcement

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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: communication skills, leadership and organizational skills.

What licenses or certifications are common for detectives?

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

What are some job titles related to detectives?

According to Indeed's Smart Sourcing data, job titles related to detectives include: security officer, asset protection detective and security operations supervisor.

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 Milwaukee, WI, according to available candidates on Smart Sourcing.

How many years of experience is common for a detective?

Most detectives have 22 years of professional experience.

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