Detectives for hire in Pittsburgh, PA
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Most popular skills
Leadership11%Communication Skills10%Supervising Experience8%Education level
Bachelor's degree39%Master's degree23%High school diploma or GED16%Years of experience
1-2 years2%3-5 years12%6-10 years6%Current company
Allegheny County Police DepartmentCity of Pittsburgh
Giant Eagle
Time at current job
Less than 1 year12%1-2 years21%2-5 years36%
Browse Indeed's database of 102 profiles for Detectives in Pittsburgh, PA
Last updated: Jul 20, 2026
Detective: Cost of hiring?
- Common salary in Pittsburgh, PA: $75,243 yearly
- Typical salaries range from $54,639 – $103,617 yearly
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Detective - General Investigations
Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania
Licenses & certifications
AEDAct 120First Aid CertificationDriver's LicenseCPRPeace Officer CertificationSkills
Communication SkillsAnalysis SkillsHeavy LiftingComputer OperationComputer LiteracyComputer SkillsCode Enforcement Officer/Building Code Official
West Mifflin, Pennsylvania
Licenses & certifications
Guard CardBuilding Code ComplianceDriver's LicenseLoss Prevention QualifiedNon-CDL Class CBLSSkills
Supervising ExperienceAnalysis SkillsSAP Supply Chain ManagementLeadershipOrganizational SkillsCommunication SkillsPersonal Care Assistant/Home Health Aide
Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania
Licenses & certifications
DOT Physical ExaminationFirst Aid CertificationParaprofessional CertificationDOT Physical CertificationDriver's LicenseCDL CSkills
Supervising ExperienceTime ManagementLeadershipExperience Working with Individuals with AutismPersonal Care Home ExperienceOTRPA State Constable
Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania
Licenses & certifications
Use of Force TrainingGuard CardFirearm HandlingFirearms LicenseDriver's LicenseArmed Security LicenseSkills
Organizational SkillsLeadershipCommunication SkillsCustomer ServiceCustomer SupportDe-Escalation TechniquesGeneral Manager & Principal Owner
Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania
Licenses & certifications
CompTIA Security+Driver's LicenseCompTIA Server+Non-CDL Class CCompTIA A+CompTIA Network+Skills
Communication SkillsAnalysis SkillsService Technician ExperienceLeadershipSupervising ExperienceKnowledge ManagementIndependent Contractor
Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania
Licenses & certifications
OC CertificationAct 120First Aid CertificationFirearms LicenseCPRAct 235Skills
LeadershipPublic SpeakingAnalysis SkillsWarehouse Supervisor ExperienceCommunication SkillsPeace Officer Certification
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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: leadership, communication skills and supervising experience.
What licenses or certifications are common for a detective?
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: general manager & principal owner, corporate security guard and independent contractor.
What level of education is common for a detective?
Bachelor's degree is the most common level of education for a detective in Pittsburgh, PA, according to available candidates on Smart Sourcing.
How many years of experience is common for a detective?
Most detectives have 25 years of professional experience.
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