Homicide Detective:

Duties and responsibilities:

Responsibilities of a homicide detective include gathering evidence, interviewing witnesses, conducting background checks on victims and possible subjects, identifying party or parties, preparing cases for court, and assisting in the successful prosecution of offenders.

Salary:

The Bureau of Labor Statistics reports that detectives and criminal investigators earn an average annual wage of $79,030.

Education:

The minimum education requirements to become a homicide detective are a high school diploma, law enforcement certification, and experience as a sworn law enforcement officer.  Many agencies, however, require that homicide detectives have at least a two or a four-year degree in criminal justice, forensic science, or a related field, and experience as a sworn law enforcement officer.

Demand for this profession:

Homicide investigators should possess strong communication skills, the ability to remain objective, and should possess the patience and the empathy necessary to work through the often long and emotional process of a homicide investigation.

Reflection:

Yes I would like to be one because I would like to help families who are in distress for a loss of a member, and it's also exciting.