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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Senior Superintendent

  • Tampa, FL
  • 4 hours ago
  • Tampa, FL
  • 4 hours ago

Job Description Summary As a Senior Superintendent working for Taylor Morrison, you will provide leadership in your assigned community and are responsible for managing the homebuilding process for...

Attorney, Assistant Chief Counsel

  • Sacramento, CA
  • 5 hours ago
  • Sacramento, CA
  • 5 hours ago

and Duties Under the general direction of the Chief Counsel I, CEA, the Attorney, Assistant Chief Counsel performs the most sensitive and complex legal work consistently with favorable results,...

MARKET SUMMARY: ARIZONA GROUP TUCSON MARKET Carondelet St. Marys Hospital, Tucson, Arizona St. Marys Hospital is Southern Arizonas longest continuously operating hospital (founded in 1880) and one...

Assistant Chief Hospitalist

  • Holyoke, MA
  • 5 hours ago
  • Holyoke, MA
  • 5 hours ago

Holyoke Medical Center is a 198-bed community hospital that has served the healthcare needs of the Pioneer Valley for over 125 years. We continue to grow and address the needs of our community...

Commercial Construction Senior Superintendent

  • Cheyenne, WY
  • 7 hours ago
  • Cheyenne, WY
  • 7 hours ago

DENVER AREA SENIOR SUPERINTENDENT - COMMERCIAL CONSTRUCTION Construction Background & Experience with Complex Commercial Projects of $80MIL plus Ground Up Projects Needed! This is a permanent...

Commercial Construction Senior Superintendent

  • Des Moines, IA
  • 7 hours ago
  • Des Moines, IA
  • 7 hours ago

DENVER AREA SENIOR SUPERINTENDENT - COMMERCIAL CONSTRUCTION Construction Background & Experience with Complex Commercial Projects of $80MIL plus Ground Up Projects Needed! This is a permanent...

Commercial Construction Senior Superintendent

  • Colorado Springs, CO
  • 7 hours ago
  • Colorado Springs, CO
  • 7 hours ago

DENVER AREA SENIOR SUPERINTENDENT - COMMERCIAL CONSTRUCTION Construction Background & Experience with Complex Commercial Projects of $80MIL plus Ground Up Projects Needed! This is a permanent...

Commercial Construction Senior Superintendent

  • Albuquerque, NM
  • 7 hours ago
  • Albuquerque, NM
  • 7 hours ago

DENVER AREA SENIOR SUPERINTENDENT - COMMERCIAL CONSTRUCTION Construction Background & Experience with Complex Commercial Projects of $80MIL plus Ground Up Projects Needed! This is a permanent...

Commercial Construction Senior Superintendent

  • Las Vegas, NM
  • 7 hours ago
  • Las Vegas, NM
  • 7 hours ago

DENVER AREA SENIOR SUPERINTENDENT - COMMERCIAL CONSTRUCTION Construction Background & Experience with Complex Commercial Projects of $80MIL plus Ground Up Projects Needed! This is a permanent...

Commercial Construction Senior Superintendent

  • Sacramento, CA
  • 7 hours ago
  • Sacramento, CA
  • 7 hours ago

DENVER AREA SENIOR SUPERINTENDENT - COMMERCIAL CONSTRUCTION Construction Background & Experience with Complex Commercial Projects of $80MIL plus Ground Up Projects Needed! This is a permanent...

Commercial Construction Senior Superintendent

  • Kansas City, MO
  • 7 hours ago
  • Kansas City, MO
  • 7 hours ago

DENVER AREA SENIOR SUPERINTENDENT - COMMERCIAL CONSTRUCTION Construction Background & Experience with Complex Commercial Projects of $80MIL plus Ground Up Projects Needed! This is a permanent...

Commercial Construction Senior Superintendent

  • Los Angeles, CA
  • 7 hours ago
  • Los Angeles, CA
  • 7 hours ago

DENVER AREA SENIOR SUPERINTENDENT - COMMERCIAL CONSTRUCTION Construction Background & Experience with Complex Commercial Projects of $80MIL plus Ground Up Projects Needed! This is a permanent...

Commercial Construction Senior Superintendent

  • Dallas, TX
  • 7 hours ago
  • Dallas, TX
  • 7 hours ago

DENVER AREA SENIOR SUPERINTENDENT - COMMERCIAL CONSTRUCTION Construction Background & Experience with Complex Commercial Projects of $80MIL plus Ground Up Projects Needed! This is a permanent...

Commercial Construction Senior Superintendent

  • Fort Worth, TX
  • 7 hours ago
  • Fort Worth, TX
  • 7 hours ago

DENVER AREA SENIOR SUPERINTENDENT - COMMERCIAL CONSTRUCTION Construction Background & Experience with Complex Commercial Projects of $80MIL plus Ground Up Projects Needed! This is a permanent...

Commercial Construction Senior Superintendent

  • Chicago, IL
  • 7 hours ago
  • Chicago, IL
  • 7 hours ago

DENVER AREA SENIOR SUPERINTENDENT - COMMERCIAL CONSTRUCTION Construction Background & Experience with Complex Commercial Projects of $80MIL plus Ground Up Projects Needed! This is a permanent...

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...
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...
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...

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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
34.4%
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 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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