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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Assistant Chief Engineer

  • Falls Church, VA
  • 2 days ago
  • Falls Church, VA
  • 2 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...

Assistant Chief of Arlington Transit

  • Arlington, VA
  • 8 days ago
  • Arlington, VA
  • 8 days ago

The official title for this position is Assistant Transit Bureau Chief....

Senior Superintendent, Data Centers

  • Ashburn, VA
  • 18 days ago
  • Ashburn, VA
  • 18 days ago

Overview About Suffolk Suffolk is a national enterprise that builds, innovates and invests. Suffolk is an end-to-end business that provides value throughout the entire project lifecycle by...

Treasurer's Office - Chief Deputy Treasurer

  • Arlington, VA
  • 22 days ago
  • Arlington, VA
  • 22 days ago

IMPORTANT NOTICE: Arlington County requires all applicants to thoroughly complete each section of the application, including prior job responsibilities, duties, and supplemental questions. While...

Armed Incident Commander

  • Norfolk, VA
  • 26 days ago
  • Norfolk, VA
  • 26 days ago

What is desired: Security or law enforcement related experience preferred. Military background is a plus. Report writing experience preferred. CPR and First Aid Training is preferred....

Assistant Chief Engineer - Whsv

  • Harrisonburg, VA
  • 27 days ago
  • Harrisonburg, VA
  • 27 days ago

About Gray Media: Gray Media, or Gray, is a multimedia company headquartered in Atlanta, Georgia, formally known as Gray Television, Inc. The company is the nation's largest owner of top-rated...

Senior Superintendent

  • North Chesterfield, VA
  • 29 days ago
  • North Chesterfield, VA
  • 29 days ago

Responsibilities Allan Myers is looking for a hard-working, dedicated Senior Construction Superintendent with high heavy civil technical knowledge and excellent leadership skills. Join our elite...

Psychiatrist - Assistant Chief Medical Officer

  • Petersburg, VA
  • 30+ days ago
  • Petersburg, VA
  • 30+ days ago

Title: Psychiatrist - Assistant Chief Medical Officer State Role Title: 49152 Hiring Range: Starting at $270,709.00 - Pay to commensurate with experience. Pay Band: 8 Agency: Dept Behavioral...

Assistant Chief Medical Examiner- Western OCME

  • Roanoke, VA
  • 30+ days ago
  • Roanoke, VA
  • 30+ days ago

Title: Assistant Chief Medical Examiner- Western OCME State Role Title: Physician II Hiring Range: Negotiable based on experience up to $290,000 Pay Band: 8 Agency: Virginia Department of Health...

Senior Superintendent

  • Vienna, VA
  • 30+ days ago
  • Vienna, VA
  • 30+ days ago

Raise your hand if you're craving a work environment that values your talent. Join the Clune family where youre valued as an employee owner! Clune Construction is proud to be made up of...

Commercial Senior Superintendent needed

  • Herndon, VA
  • 30+ days ago
  • Herndon, VA
  • 30+ days ago

SENIOR SUPERINTENDENT-Commercial Construction Our Client is a quickly growing, full-service Commercial General Contractor in the area seeking a Senior Superintendent that will coordinate all site...

Commander of Technical & Customer Support

  • Hampton, VA
  • 30+ days ago
  • Hampton, VA
  • 30+ days ago

Education and/or experience related to law enforcement or corrections at the State and/or Local level is desirable; some knowledge of Microsoft BackOffice products and Microsoft Project; skilled in...

Commercial Construction Senior Superintendent - Base Building

  • Falls Church, VA
  • 30+ days ago
  • Falls Church, VA
  • 30+ 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...

Assistant Chief Building Engineer

  • Fairfax, VA
  • 60+ days ago
  • Fairfax, VA
  • 60+ days ago

The Assistant Chief Building Engineer will provide leadership, support, technical direction, and guidance for the operation and maintenance of two 100,000 sf Class A commercial office buildings....

Demographic Data for Virginia

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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
33.9%
Master's Degree
22.0%
High School or GED
15.1%
Associate's Degree
14.1%
Vocational Degree or Certification
6.5%
Doctorate Degree
4.8%
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 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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