Government Salaries Explorer
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Updated: July 1, 2021 • Download all data
POSITION
Investigator IV
Department of Family and Protective Services
This position is categorized as inspectors and investigators, according to the state auditor's office. Its salary ranges from $39,521 to $64,449. A description of this position and its responsibilities is available on the auditor's website.
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Employees
260
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Median salary
$56,987
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Average salary
$56,507
Employees by gender
Most employees who hold this position identify as male.
| Gender | Employees | Percent | Median salary |
|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 72 | $56,987 | |
| Male | 188 | $56,987 |
Employees by race
Most employees who hold this position identify as white.
| Race | Employees | Percent | Median salary |
|---|---|---|---|
| American Indian | 5 | $55,263 | |
| Asian | 3 | $55,968 | |
| Black | 32 | $56,987 | |
| Hispanic | 86 | $56,987 | |
| White | 134 | $56,987 |
Length of employment
A majority of employees have worked at the Department of Family and Protective Services for one to 10 years.
| Length of employment | Employees | Percent | Median salary |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 year or less | 32 | $56,987 | |
| 1-10 years | 184 | $56,987 | |
| 10-20 years | 44 | $55,731 |
Employment status
All employees who hold this position are full-time. Employment status refers to whether an employee is listed as working part or full time and is based on hours worked in a week.
| Status | Employees | Percent | Median salary |
|---|---|---|---|
| Full-Time | 260 | $56,987 |
Current employees
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