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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Patrol Lieutenant & Deputy Chief

  • Bridgewater, VA
  • 10 hours ago
  • Bridgewater, VA
  • 10 hours ago

Serves as the department’s Training Officer, ensuring that all sworn Police Officers meet DCJS standards for Law Enforcement Certification....

Chief Deputy Registrar

  • Charlottesville, VA
  • 1 day ago
  • Charlottesville, VA
  • 1 day ago

Under the supervision of the General Registrar, the Chief Deputy Registrar performs difficult professional and administrative work to plan, organize and oversee the internal operations of the...

Corrections Major: Indian Creek Correctional Center #00143

  • Chesapeake, VA
  • 4 days ago
  • Chesapeake, VA
  • 4 days ago

Demonstrated ability to use/carry/possess firearms and other security devices (No felony or domestic violence convictions). Progressive experience in the supervision of staff and offenders....

Senior Superintendent - VSL - Manassas, VA

  • Manassas, VA
  • 5 days ago
  • Manassas, VA
  • 5 days ago

The Lane Construction Corporation is one of Americas leading construction companies, specializing in large, complex civil infrastructure. For nearly 130 years, it has contributed to the...

Senior Superintendent (Water/Wastewater)

  • Ashburn, VA
  • 6 days ago
  • Ashburn, VA
  • 6 days ago

The Senior Superintendent in the Clark Water Group oversees all field operations on a project to ensure that self-performed and subcontracted trade work is in compliance with contract documents...

Senior Superintendent

  • Stuart, VA
  • 7 days ago
  • Stuart, VA
  • 7 days ago

Are you looking for a more personable, family-oriented company to work for, with growth opportunities? We have a Senior Superintendent opportunity for you. This Senior Superintendent role is on a...

Senior Superintendent

  • Danville, VA
  • 7 days ago
  • Danville, VA
  • 7 days ago

Are you looking for a more personable, family-oriented company to work for, with growth opportunities? We have a Senior Superintendent opportunity for you. This Senior Superintendent role is on a...

Registered Nurse - Assistant Chief of Research and Development

  • Hampton, VA
  • 7 days ago
  • Hampton, VA
  • 7 days ago

The Hampton VA Medical Center is a 1-C, teaching facility serving Eastern Virginia and Northeastern North Carolina. The main campus is located in Hampton, VA with 4 community-based outpatient...

Senior Superintendent - Datacenter

  • Culpeper, VA
  • 8 days ago
  • Culpeper, VA
  • 8 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...

Manager, Major Crimes - New York Based

  • Chesapeake, VA
  • 9 days ago
  • Chesapeake, VA
  • 9 days ago

Provide retail crime training to our associates and law enforcement partners to enhance awareness and prevent illegal activity....

Psychiatrist/Assistant Chief Medical Director

  • Petersburg, VA
  • 11 days ago
  • Petersburg, VA
  • 11 days ago

Title: Psychiatrist/Assistant Chief Medical Director State Role Title: 49152 Hiring Range: Salary commensurate with experience. Pay Band: 8 Agency: Dept Behavioral Health/Develop Location: Central...

Manager, Major Crimes - Chicago Based

  • Chesapeake, VA
  • 11 days ago
  • Chesapeake, VA
  • 11 days ago

Provide retail crime training to our associates and law enforcement partners to enhance awareness and prevent illegal activity....

Union Assistant Chief Engineer Union Assistant Chief Engineer

  • Glen Allen, VA
  • 19 days ago
  • Glen Allen, VA
  • 19 days ago

Union Assistant Chief Engineer CBRE 3.2 ( ) Glen Allen, VA Why you should apply for a job to CBRE : 67% say the CEO supports gender diversity Ratings are based on anonymous reviews by Fairygodboss...

Senior Superintendent

  • Richmond, VA
  • 23 days ago
  • Richmond, VA
  • 23 days ago

Job Title: Superintendent Job Description We are seeking an experienced individual with expertise in large, complex high-rise building projects to join our team as a Superintendent. In this role,...

Deputy Chief of Transportation

  • Charlottesville, VA
  • 27 days ago
  • Charlottesville, VA
  • 27 days ago

Deputy Chief of Transportation Department of Facilities & Environmental Services 12 Months, Full-Time Exempt, Pay Grade 37 VRS-Eligible, Benefits-Eligible Job Summary/ Objective: The Deputy Chief...

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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
34.2%
Master's Degree
22.1%
High School or GED
14.7%
Associate's Degree
14.5%
Vocational Degree or Certification
6.4%
Doctorate Degree
4.8%
Some College
2.6%
Some High School
0.7%

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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