Chief Detective Jobs

A Chief Detective, also known as a Detective Superintendent, plays a pivotal role in the law enforcement industry, overseeing the operations and activities of a team of detectives. Their responsibilities typically involve strategizing and implementing various investigative procedures, ensuring the accuracy of the investigation process, managing the collection and preservation of evidence, and coordinating with other law enforcement agencies. They also participate in high profile or complex investigations and supervise the preparation of case reports.

To be an effective Chief Detective, one should possess strong leadership and decision-making skills, excellent communication skills, keen attention to detail, and the ability to work under high-pressure situations. They should also be well-versed in criminal investigation processes, law enforcement protocols, and crime scene management. Certification as a Peace Officer Standards and Training (POST) is often required, along with a substantial number of years in law enforcement. Prior to becoming a Chief Detective, one may serve in roles such as a Police Officer, Detective, or Sergeant, gaining critical experience in law enforcement operations and criminal investigations.

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Job description Northstar Construction Services is now hiring an experienced Senior Traveling Superintendent. Must have 5+ years commercial construction experience and multiple years of experience...

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Senior Superintendent II - Healthcare

  • Atlanta, GA
  • 3 hours ago
  • Atlanta, GA
  • 3 hours ago

Who we are We're The Beck Group, the largest and most innovative integrated building firm in the country. We are focused on delivering design and construction excellence on a broad range of...

Assistant Chief Engineer Swing Shift

  • Peachtree Corners, GA
  • 3 hours ago
  • Peachtree Corners, GA
  • 3 hours ago

Job Title Assistant Chief Engineer Swing Shift Job Description Summary 2nd Shift--2:00pm-10:30pm, M-F Responsible to ensure the proper efficient operations and maintenance of the mechanical...

Senior Superintendent

  • Vancouver, BC
  • 3 hours ago
  • Vancouver, BC
  • 3 hours ago

About Us Axiom Builders is a trusted construction partner for many leading developers with over 12 million square feet under construction in Metro Vancouver, Victoria, Calgary, Toronto, Seattle,...

Assistant Chief Engineer

  • Plano, TX
  • 3 hours ago
  • Plano, TX
  • 3 hours 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...

Senior Superintendent - Commercial Construction

  • Nashville, TN
  • 4 hours ago
  • Nashville, TN
  • 4 hours ago

Senior Superintendent - Commercial Construction Location: Nashville, TN, US, 37210 Best People + Right Culture. These are the driving forces behind JE Dunns success. By hiring inspired people,...

Traveling Senior Superintendent - Healthcare Construction

  • Nashville, TN
  • 5 hours ago
  • Nashville, TN
  • 5 hours ago

Traveling Senior Superintendent - Healthcare Construction Location: Nashville, TN, US, 37210Des Moines, IA, US, 50389San Antonio, TX, US, 78229Austin, TX, US, 78704Atlanta, GA, US, 30339Omaha, NE,...

Patrol Lieutenant & Deputy Chief

  • Bridgewater, VA
  • 5 hours ago
  • Bridgewater, VA
  • 5 hours ago

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

Senior Superintendent

  • Tampa, FL
  • 5 hours ago
  • Tampa, FL
  • 5 hours ago

The future you want is within reach. At PCL, we build the places where life happens and find camaraderie in the process. We're a community of builders committed to building better communities....

Assistant Chief Flight Instructor - Satellite

  • Watkins, CO
  • 5 hours ago
  • Watkins, CO
  • 5 hours ago

Job Details Job Location : SPACE PORT - Watkins, CO Position Type : Full Time Education Level : High School Salary Range : $95000.00 - $100000.00 Salary Travel Percentage : Negligible Job Shift :...

Assistant Chief Nursing Officer (ACNO) - Clarksville, TN

  • Clarksville, TN
  • 5 hours ago
  • Clarksville, TN
  • 5 hours ago

Job Summary Tennova Healthcare - Clarksville features services in cardiology, emergency medicine, family practice, gastroenterology, general surgery, infectious disease, inpatient rehabilitation...

Assistant Chief Engineer Full-Time Caseys Center

  • Des Moines, IA
  • 9 hours ago
  • Des Moines, IA
  • 9 hours ago

Assistant Chief Engineer | Full-Time | Casey's Center Oak View Group - 3.0 Des Moines, IA Job Details Full-time $70,000 - $78,000 a year 11 hours ago Benefits Dental insurance 401(k) Paid time off...

Deputy Chief Financial Officer

  • Gunnison, CO
  • 9 hours ago
  • Gunnison, CO
  • 9 hours ago

Gunnison County is seeking a Deputy Chief Financial Officer to join this progressive, high-performing organization located in the heart of Colorado's Rocky Mountains. Gunnison County serves 17,000...

Deputy Chief Building Inspector (Posting # 535401-2833)

  • Halifax, NC
  • 9 hours ago
  • Halifax, NC
  • 9 hours ago

Deputy Chief Building Inspector (Posting # ...) Employer Halifax County Government Salary $74,582.00 - $94,435.00 Annually Location Halifax, NC Job Type Full-Time Department Building Inspections...

Deputy Chief Information Officer

  • New York, NY
  • 9 hours ago
  • New York, NY
  • 9 hours ago

Deputy Chief Information Officer DepartmentINFORMATION TECHNOLOGY Location Manhattan Job ID126698 Civil Service ClassificationManagerial Hire In Rate$300,000.00 (for employees new to HHC) Salary...

Chief Detective Online Courses and Training Opportunities

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Bestsellers: Detective Fiction
This course focuses on works that caught the popular imagination in the past or present. It emphasizes texts that are related by genre, theme or style. The books studied in this course vary from...
Shoreline Detectives
Every day, on a sandy beach or a rocky foreshore, fascinating evidence of British history appears and disappears as the tide rolls in and rolls out again. Dr. Tori Herridge and her crack team of...
The FGM Detectives
The horrific crime of female genital mutilation is banned in the UK, but it is estimated that nearly 20,000 women a year are still at risk of the procedure. And despite being banned more than 30...

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Salary for Chief Detective Jobs Nationwide

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

Highest Education Level

Chief Detectives offer the following education background
Bachelor's Degree
34.2%
Master's Degree
22.0%
High School or GED
14.8%
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 Chief Detectives
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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