Chief Detective Jobs in Santa Cruz, CA

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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Union Assistant Chief Engineer

  • Sunnyvale, CA (23 miles from Santa Cruz, CA)
  • 20 hours ago
  • Sunnyvale, CA (23 miles from Santa Cruz, CA)
  • 20 hours ago

Union Assistant Chief Engineer Job ID 227591 Posted 02-Jul-2025 Service line GWS Segment Role type Full-time Areas of Interest Engineering/Maintenance Location(s) Sunnyvale - California - United...

Assistant Chief Engineer

  • Santa Cruz, CA
  • 3 days ago
  • Santa Cruz, CA
  • 3 days ago

Property About Us At Pyramid Global Hospitality, people come first. As a company that values its employees, Pyramid Global Hospitality is dedicated to creating a supportive and inclusive work...

Assistant Chief Engineer

  • Campbell, CA (18 miles from Santa Cruz, CA)
  • 8 days ago
  • Campbell, CA (18 miles from Santa Cruz, CA)
  • 8 days ago

I want to work for JLL. Pursuant to the Arizona Civil Rights Act, criminal convictions are not an absolute bar to employment. Pursuant to Illinois Law, applicants are not obligated to disclose...

Ground Up Senior Superintendent

  • San Jose, CA (24 miles from Santa Cruz, CA)
  • 9 days ago
  • San Jose, CA (24 miles from Santa Cruz, CA)
  • 9 days ago

The Senior Superintendent is responsible for planning, organizing, and controlling all resources in the field for the successful execution of a project. The Senior Superintendent will supervise a...

Chief Deputy Assessor Administration

  • Santa Cruz, CA
  • 18 days ago
  • Santa Cruz, CA
  • 18 days ago

THE JOB: The Chief Deputy Assessor Administration is a senior leadership position in the Assessors Office and plays a vital role in directing and coordinating the administrative functions that...

Assistant Chief Financial Officer

  • San Jose, CA (24 miles from Santa Cruz, CA)
  • 30+ days ago
  • San Jose, CA (24 miles from Santa Cruz, CA)
  • 30+ days ago

Description This position is incentive eligible. Salary Estimate: 212368.00 - 318448.00 / year Learn more about the benefits offered for this job. The estimate displayed represents the typical...

TES Senior Superintendent

  • San Jose, CA (24 miles from Santa Cruz, CA)
  • 60+ days ago
  • San Jose, CA (24 miles from Santa Cruz, CA)
  • 60+ days ago

Overview TransitAmerica Services, Inc. is currently seeking a Traction Electrification Systems (TES) Senior Superintendent in San Jose, CA to join our team. The Senior Superintendent of TES will...

[UNION] Assistant Chief Engineer

  • Sunnyvale, CA (23 miles from Santa Cruz, CA)
  • 60+ days ago
  • Sunnyvale, CA (23 miles from Santa Cruz, CA)
  • 60+ days ago

Job Title [UNION] Assistant Chief Engineer Job Description Summary Responsible to assist the Chief Engineer with the planning, implementation, coordination, and supervision of mechanical...

Demographic Data for Santa Cruz, CA

Moving to Santa Cruz, CA? Find some basic demographic data about Santa Cruz, CA below.


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Salary for Chief Detective Jobs in Santa Cruz, CA

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

Highest Education Level

Chief Detectives in Santa Cruz, CA offer the following education background
Bachelor's Degree
34.0%
Master's Degree
21.9%
High School or GED
15.1%
Associate's Degree
14.1%
Vocational Degree or Certification
6.5%
Doctorate Degree
4.9%
Some College
2.8%
Some High School
0.8%

Average Work Experience
Here's a breakdown of the number of years' experience offered by Chief Detectives in Santa Cruz, CA
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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