Chief Detective Jobs in New York

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.

1-15 of 59 Jobs

Deputy Chief Information Officer

  • New York, NY
  • 17 hours ago
  • New York, NY
  • 17 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...

Senior Superintendent - Healthcare construction - NYC

  • New York, NY
  • 1 day ago
  • New York, NY
  • 1 day 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...

Tour Commander/Field Operations Manager

  • New York City, NY
  • 1 day ago
  • New York City, NY
  • 1 day ago

The Office of Chief Medical Examiner investigates cases of persons who die within New York City from criminal violence, by accident, by suicide, suddenly when in apparent health, when unattended...

Deputy Chief Nursing Officer

  • New York, NY
  • 3 days ago
  • New York, NY
  • 3 days ago

Deputy Chief Nursing Officer DepartmentNURSING ADMINISTRATION Location Bronx Job ID126278 Civil Service ClassificationManagerial Hire In Rate$205,000.00 (for employees new to HHC) Salary...

Deputy Commissioner of Information Technology

  • New York City, NY
  • 3 days ago
  • New York City, NY
  • 3 days ago

The NYC Department of Probation (DOP) is a world leader in working creatively and effectively engaging with people under court-mandated community supervision. Through innovative partnerships with...

Assistant Chief of Hospital Police

  • New York, NY
  • 5 days ago
  • New York, NY
  • 5 days ago

Maintains necessary documentation and promptly reports incidents, as required, to appropriate local, state, and federal law enforcement, public health and regulatory agencies. 8....

Assistant Chief Engineer

  • Orangeburg, NY
  • 5 days ago
  • Orangeburg, NY
  • 5 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...

Slaughter floor commander / matadero

  • Billings, NY
  • 6 days ago
  • Billings, NY
  • 6 days ago

Slaughter floor commander / matadero compensation: $100 $100/ head. References must be provided and will be checked. Se deberan proporcionar referencias y seran verificadas. Reply must include...

Deputy Chief Compliance and Risk Officer, Retirement & Private Wealth

  • New York, NY
  • 7 days ago
  • New York, NY
  • 7 days ago

ABOUT US At HUB International, we are a team of entrepreneurs. We believe in protecting and supporting the aspirations of individuals, families, and businesses. We help our clients evaluate their...

Deputy Chief of Staff

  • Long Island City, NY
  • 7 days ago
  • Long Island City, NY
  • 7 days ago

Job Details Job Location : Long Island City - Long Island City, NY Position Type : Full-Time Exempt Salary Range : $110000.00 - $120000.00 Salary Description Title: Deputy Chief of Staff Unit:...

Registered Nurse - Deputy Chief Nurse (Quality, Safety, Value)

  • Buffalo, NY
  • 7 days ago
  • Buffalo, NY
  • 7 days ago

The Western New York VA Medical Center is currently seeking a Registered Nurse - Deputy Chief of Quality Management. This position is part of the Quality, Patient Safety, and Value Team and is...

Deputy Chief of Staff

  • Bronx, NY
  • 7 days ago
  • Bronx, NY
  • 7 days ago

Summary The James J. Peters VA Medical Center is seeking a Deputy Chief of Staff to be an integral part of the Specialty Care Department at the James J. Peters VA Medical Center. The incumbent...

Deputy Chief of Facilities - Services

  • New York, NY
  • 11 days ago
  • New York, NY
  • 11 days ago

Our growing Facilities Unit is currently in need of a responsible individual with a team player attitude to fill the position of Deputy Chief of Facilities - Services. The successful candidate...

Chief of Staff to the Executive Deputy Commissioner

  • New York City, NY
  • 11 days ago
  • New York City, NY
  • 11 days ago

The New York City Department of Transportation (DOT) provides for the safe, efficient, and environmentally responsible movement of people and goods in the City of New York and maintains and...

Deputy Commissioner and General Counsel

  • Albany, NY
  • 11 days ago
  • Albany, NY
  • 11 days ago

Please note: State agencies that contact job applicants do not usually request personal or financial information via text message or over the phone in connection with your response to a job...

Demographic Data for New York

Moving to New York? Find some basic demographic data about New York below.


Local
National
20,201,017
534,422

Chief Detective Online Courses and Training Opportunities

iHireLawEnforcement curates thousands of courses in order to recommend the best ones to help further your career. If you register for a course using the links on our site, we may receive a small commission.
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...
Bone Detectives
Human bones can hide the most shocking of secrets — stories of slaughter, sacrifice, and disease. Crimes covered up for hundreds or even thousands of years. Join Dr. Tori Herridge as she leads a...
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...

Title Synonyms

Users interested in this job title also searched for the following job titles


Salary for Chief Detective Jobs in New York

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

Highest Education Level

Chief Detectives in New York 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 Chief Detectives in New York
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%


Other Career Titles

Here are some other career titles that require similar skills



Chief Detective Related Career Advice Articles

Police officer and law enforcement colleague reviewing files
3 Police Officer Resume Problems and How to Solve Them

Short-term assignments, large amounts of specialized training, and lengthy lists of affiliations and community involvement can cause problems when writing a law enforcement resume. Here's how to solve those resume "crimes."

Read article »