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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[UNION] Assistant Chief Engineer

  • Cushman & Wakefield
  • Sunnyvale, CA (7 miles from San Jose, CA)
  • 7 days ago
  • Sunnyvale, CA (7 miles from San Jose, CA)
  • 7 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...

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Assistant Chief Information Officer (Assistant Director - Information Technology Department)

  • City of San Jose, CA
  • San Jose, CA
  • 14 days ago
  • San Jose, CA
  • 14 days ago

Our diverse and inclusive workforce of more than 7,000 employees play a key role in the success of San Jose, the heart of the Silicon Valley. All City of San Jose employees work together as one...

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Assistant Chief Engineer

  • Cushman & Wakefield
  • San Jose, CA
  • 30+ days ago
  • San Jose, CA
  • 30+ days ago

Job Title Assistant Chief Engineer Job Description Summary Responsible to ensure the proper efficient operations and maintenance of the mechanical electrical and plumbing systems for the assigned...

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Assistant Chief Information Officer

  • City of San Jose
  • San Jose, CA
  • 30+ days ago
  • San Jose, CA
  • 30+ days ago

The Opportunity At the center of one of the most dynamic technology ecosystems in the world, the City of San José offers a rare opportunity for a forward thinking technology executive to shape the...

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Incident Commander

  • Surefox
  • Santa Clara, CA (3 miles from San Jose, CA)
  • 90+ days ago
  • Santa Clara, CA (3 miles from San Jose, CA)
  • 90+ days ago

enforcement related experience preferred Report writing experience preferred If you share our values and are ready to build your next career, we want to hear from you!...

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Demographic Data for San Jose, CA

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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
35.1%
Master's Degree
22.2%
Associate's Degree
14.5%
High School or GED
13.9%
Vocational Degree or Certification
6.4%
Doctorate Degree
4.8%
Some College
2.4%
Some High School
0.7%

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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