Bureau Chief Jobs in Virginia

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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Chief Deputy Director, Public Works, Utilities, and Transportation

  • Arlington, VA
  • 5 days ago
  • Arlington, VA
  • 5 days ago

Please Note: If you previously applied to requisition #253 under the same title, you do not need to re-apply unless you wish to update your application. The Department of Environmental Services...

Emc - Construction - Senior Superintendent

  • Richmond, VA
  • 5 days ago
  • Richmond, VA
  • 5 days ago

Who We're Hiring: We are looking for a seasoned Senior Superintendent with experience in plumbing and mechanical work to lead the on-site execution of large-scale construction projects. The ideal...

Summary: Floor Staff team members are classified based on individual theatre needs, and/or employee availability, as either variable hour, part-time fixed, part-time regular or full-time hourly...

Commercial Construction Senior Superintendent

  • Richmond, VA
  • 6 days ago
  • Richmond, VA
  • 6 days ago

Every day, our team members do amazing things in pursuit of our shared purpose to build trust with our clients, partners, subcontractors, and teammates. No matter your background, education, or...

Corrections Major: Wise Correctional Unit #18002

  • Wise, VA
  • 9 days ago
  • Wise, VA
  • 9 days ago

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Regional Deputy Chief Immigration Judge

  • Falls Church, VA
  • 9 days ago
  • Falls Church, VA
  • 9 days ago

Regional Deputy Chief Immigration Judge Hiring Organization Executive Office for Immigration Review (EOIR) Hiring Office Office of the Chief Immigration Judge Job ID DE-12722091-25-MS Location:...

Corrections Major: Buckingham Correctional Center #00083

  • Buckingham, VA
  • 11 days ago
  • Buckingham, VA
  • 11 days ago

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Assistant Chief Medical Officer

  • Dinwiddie, VA
  • 11 days ago
  • Dinwiddie, VA
  • 11 days ago

Title: Assistant Chief Medical Officer State Role Title: 49152 Hiring Range: Minimum $257,670 ; Salary to commensurate with experience Pay Band: 8 Agency: Dept Behavioral Health/Develop Location:...

Deputy Commissioner

  • Fairfax, VA
  • 11 days ago
  • Fairfax, VA
  • 11 days ago

Title: Deputy Commissioner State Role Title: Deputy Commissioner Hiring Range: The Deputy Commissioner has a starting salary of $142,055. Pay Band: UG Agency: VA Workers' Compensation Comm...

Senior Superintendent Commercial Construction

  • Richmond, VA
  • 11 days ago
  • Richmond, VA
  • 11 days ago

Senior Superintendent - Commercial Construction Full-Time | Field-Based | Virginia Estimated Salary: $120,000 - $135,000/year (DOE) Are you a seasoned construction professional with a passion for...

Senior Superintendent

  • Richmond, VA
  • 13 days ago
  • Richmond, VA
  • 13 days ago

Summary Balfour Beatty Construction is seeking a Senior Superintendent to join our team in Richmond Virginia. This role helps provide overall leadership for on-site field administration,...

Commercial Construction Senior Superintendent - Base Building

  • Falls Church, VA
  • 13 days ago
  • Falls Church, VA
  • 13 days ago

Every day, our team members do amazing things in pursuit of our shared purpose to build trust with our clients, partners, subcontractors, and teammates. No matter your background, education, or...

Deputy Chief of Party / Transaction Advisor

  • Arlington, VA
  • 15 days ago
  • Arlington, VA
  • 15 days ago

Company Description Work with Us. Change the World. At AECOM, we're delivering a better world. Whether improving your commute, keeping the lights on, providing access to clean water, or...

ATHENA Mission Commander

  • Fairfax, VA
  • 15 days ago
  • Fairfax, VA
  • 15 days ago

Acts as a Mission Commander (MC) supporting program flight operations as an Intelligence, Surveillance and Reconnaissance (ISR) Subject Matter Expert (SME) working in a small, close-knit crew...

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Salary for Bureau Chief Jobs in Virginia

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

Highest Education Level

Bureau Chiefs in Virginia offer the following education background
Bachelor's Degree
34.4%
Master's Degree
21.5%
High School or GED
15.6%
Associate's Degree
13.6%
Vocational Degree or Certification
6.6%
Doctorate Degree
4.6%
Some College
2.9%
Some High School
0.8%

Average Work Experience
Here's a breakdown of the number of years' experience offered by Bureau Chiefs in Virginia
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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