Bureau Chief Jobs in Santa Cruz, 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 Engineer

  • Santa Cruz, CA
  • 1 day ago
  • Santa Cruz, CA
  • 1 day ago

Property About Us At Pyramid Global Hospitality, people come first. As a company that values its employees, Pyramid Global Hospitality is dedicated to creating a supportive and inclusive work...

Assistant Chief Engineer

  • Campbell, CA (18 miles from Santa Cruz, CA)
  • 6 days ago
  • Campbell, CA (18 miles from Santa Cruz, CA)
  • 6 days ago

I want to work for JLL. Pursuant to the Arizona Civil Rights Act, criminal convictions are not an absolute bar to employment. Pursuant to Illinois Law, applicants are not obligated to disclose...

Ground Up Senior Superintendent

  • San Jose, CA (24 miles from Santa Cruz, CA)
  • 7 days ago
  • San Jose, CA (24 miles from Santa Cruz, CA)
  • 7 days ago

The Senior Superintendent is responsible for planning, organizing, and controlling all resources in the field for the successful execution of a project. The Senior Superintendent will supervise a...

Chief Deputy Assessor Administration

  • Santa Cruz, CA
  • 16 days ago
  • Santa Cruz, CA
  • 16 days ago

THE JOB: The Chief Deputy Assessor Administration is a senior leadership position in the Assessors Office and plays a vital role in directing and coordinating the administrative functions that...

Assistant Chief Financial Officer

  • San Jose, CA (24 miles from Santa Cruz, CA)
  • 30+ days ago
  • San Jose, CA (24 miles from Santa Cruz, CA)
  • 30+ 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...

TES Senior Superintendent

  • San Jose, CA (24 miles from Santa Cruz, CA)
  • 60+ days ago
  • San Jose, CA (24 miles from Santa Cruz, CA)
  • 60+ 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 (23 miles from Santa Cruz, CA)
  • 60+ days ago
  • Sunnyvale, CA (23 miles from Santa Cruz, 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...

Demographic Data for Santa Cruz, CA

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Salary for Bureau Chief Jobs in Santa Cruz, CA

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

Highest Education Level

Bureau Chiefs in Santa Cruz, CA offer the following education background
Bachelor's Degree
34.0%
Master's Degree
21.9%
High School or GED
15.1%
Associate's Degree
14.1%
Vocational Degree or Certification
6.5%
Doctorate Degree
4.9%
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 Santa Cruz, 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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