Bureau Chief Jobs in San Jose, CA

A Bureau Chief in the law enforcement industry oversees the operations of a specific department or bureau within a law enforcement agency. They are responsible for the administration, planning, and direction of their department's activities. They coordinate and manage investigations, review and analyze crime data, develop policies and procedures, and ensure their department's compliance with laws and regulations. They may also engage in public relations, acting as a spokesperson for their department. A Bureau Chief must maintain effective relationships with other law enforcement agencies, government organizations, and the community.

The Bureau Chief should possess strong leadership and communication skills, and have an in-depth understanding of law enforcement principles, practices, and procedures. They should also have knowledge of the criminal justice system, crime prevention techniques, and emergency response planning. Besides, they should have strong analytical and problem-solving skills. The necessary certifications include a degree in Criminal Justice, Law Enforcement, or a related field. Depending upon the specific requirements of an agency, certification from the Federal Bureau of Investigation National Academy or similar may be required. Experience ranks high for this role; therefore potential candidates would have held roles such as Police Officer, Sergeant, and Lieutenant before stepping into the role of a Bureau Chief.

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Assistant Chief Financial Officer

  • San Jose, CA
  • 8 days ago
  • San Jose, CA
  • 8 days ago

Description This position is incentive eligible. Salary Estimate: 212368.00 - 318448.00 / year Learn more about the benefits offered for this job. The estimate displayed represents the typical...

Assistant Chief Engineer, Future Vehicle Programs

  • Newark, CA (15 miles from San Jose, CA)
  • 10 days ago
  • Newark, CA (15 miles from San Jose, CA)
  • 10 days ago

Leading the future in luxury electric and mobility At Lucid, we set out to introduce the most captivating, luxury electric vehicles that elevate the human experience and transcend the perceived...

Assistant Chief Engineer- Pharmaceutical Facility - 2nd shift

  • Fremont, CA (16 miles from San Jose, CA)
  • 16 days ago
  • Fremont, CA (16 miles from San Jose, CA)
  • 16 days ago

Assistant Chief Engineer- Pharmaceutical Facility - 2nd shift Assistant Chief Engineer- Pharmaceutical Facility - 2nd shift Job ID 221962 Posted 23-May-2025 Service line GWS Segment Role type...

Police Lieutenant / Police Lieutenant Advanced #25A-36 (20623941)

  • Redwood City, CA (21 miles from San Jose, CA)
  • 19 days ago
  • Redwood City, CA (21 miles from San Jose, CA)
  • 19 days ago

San Francisco/Peninsula Close Date 6/15/2025 at 11:59pm Salary $17,239.00-$21,477.00 Monthly Additional Questionnaires None About Redwood City Redwood City is a Charter City operating under the...

Police Lieutenant / Police Lieutenant Advanced

  • Redwood City, CA (21 miles from San Jose, CA)
  • 21 days ago
  • Redwood City, CA (21 miles from San Jose, CA)
  • 21 days ago

The City of Redwood City Invites Applications For: POLICE LIEUTENANT / POLICE LIEUTENANT ADVANCED WHY JOIN THE REDWOOD CITY TEAM? We offer a wide range of meaningful career opportunities with...

Senior Superintendent of Signals

  • Menlo Park, CA (18 miles from San Jose, CA)
  • 24 days ago
  • Menlo Park, CA (18 miles from San Jose, CA)
  • 24 days ago

Overview TransitAmerica Services, Inc. is currently seeking a qualified Senior Superintendent of Signals in Menlo Park, CA to join our team. The pay range for this position is $155,000 - $170,000....

Senior Superintendent - Site / Civil

  • San Jose, CA
  • 29 days ago
  • San Jose, CA
  • 29 days ago

McCarthy Building Companies, Inc. Position Summary McCarthys Northern California Self-Perform Civil team is seeking a Senior Superintendent. This position has the ownership and responsibility for...

TES Senior Superintendent

  • San Jose, CA
  • 45+ days ago
  • San Jose, CA
  • 45+ days ago

Overview TransitAmerica Services, Inc. is currently seeking a Traction Electrification Systems (TES) Senior Superintendent in San Jose, CA to join our team. The Senior Superintendent of TES will...

[UNION] Assistant Chief Engineer

  • Sunnyvale, CA (7 miles from San Jose, CA)
  • 60+ days ago
  • Sunnyvale, CA (7 miles from San Jose, CA)
  • 60+ days ago

Job Title [UNION] Assistant Chief Engineer Job Description Summary Responsible to assist the Chief Engineer with the planning, implementation, coordination, and supervision of mechanical...

Senior Superintendent- Lifesciences

  • Redwood City, CA (21 miles from San Jose, CA)
  • 60+ days ago
  • Redwood City, CA (21 miles from San Jose, CA)
  • 60+ days ago

Job Description Senior superintendents are expected to have a minimum of 10+ years experience; preferably within DPR's core markets. Superintendents work closely with all members of the project...

Senior Superintendent- Healthcare

  • Redwood City, CA (21 miles from San Jose, CA)
  • 60+ days ago
  • Redwood City, CA (21 miles from San Jose, CA)
  • 60+ days ago

Job Description Senior superintendents are expected to have a minimum of 10+ years experience; within DPR's core markets. Superintendents work closely with all members of the project team and...

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Salary for Bureau Chief Jobs in San Jose, CA

Estimated salary range based on data from US Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) and iHireLawEnforcement research efforts.

Highest Education Level

Bureau Chiefs in San Jose, CA offer the following education background
Bachelor's Degree
33.8%
Master's Degree
21.9%
High School or GED
15.4%
Associate's Degree
14.1%
Vocational Degree or Certification
6.6%
Doctorate Degree
4.6%
Some College
2.8%
Some High School
0.8%

Average Work Experience
Here's a breakdown of the number of years' experience offered by Bureau Chiefs in San Jose, CA
None
36.7%
4-6 years
12.9%
2-4 years
11.1%
10+ years
9.7%
8-10 years
9.0%
1-2 years
8.8%
6-8 years
6.9%
Less than 1 year
4.9%


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