Chief Detective Jobs in Texas

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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Deputy Chief of Staff

  • Fort Worth Independent School District
  • Fort Worth, TX
  • 1 hour ago
  • Fort Worth, TX
  • 1 hour ago

Position Type: Leading - District Executive Leadership/Chief Date Posted: 6/2/2026 Location: District Service Center Closing Date: Open Until Filled   Additional Information: Show/Hide...

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Major Incident Commander

  • McLane
  • Temple, TX
  • 5 hours ago
  • Temple, TX
  • 5 hours ago

Take your career further with McLane! McLane teammates, the driving force behind our success, are diverse professionals who work together seamlessly to keep our operations running smoothly. As a...

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Assistant Chief Deputy

  • VAL VERDE - COUNTY OF
  • Del Rio, TX
  • 21 hours ago
  • Del Rio, TX
  • 21 hours ago

$37k Per Year DOE (Depends on Experience) Position range in Texas $39k - $63k Per Year Assistant Chief Deputy VAL VERDE - COUNTY OF Occupation: Judicial Law Clerks Location: Del Rio, TX - 78840...

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Assistant Chief Engineer

  • CBRE
  • Richardson, TX
  • 1 day ago
  • Richardson, TX
  • 1 day ago

Are you an ambitious engineer looking to take your career to the next level? CBRE Group is seeking an Engineer Assistant Chief with exceptional problem-solving skills to join our world-class team...

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Assistant Chief Engineer

  • Nexstar
  • Abilene, TX
  • 2 days ago
  • Abilene, TX
  • 2 days ago

The Assistant Chief Engineer will assist with overseeing the day to day operations of the Engineering Department and is responsible for the maintenance of all broadcast technology and equipment at...

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Assistant Chief of School Leadership: Quinnite Schools Network (QSN)

  • Paul Quinn College
  • Dallas, TX
  • 2 days ago
  • Dallas, TX
  • 2 days ago

Assistant Chief of School Leadership: Quinnite Schools Network (QSN) Reports to: Chief Executive Officer, Quinnite Schools Network (QSN) Location: Paul Quinn at Crowley ISD Employment Type:...

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IOC Incident Commander

  • IREN
  • Dallas, TX
  • 4 days ago
  • Dallas, TX
  • 4 days ago

IREN is a leading AI Cloud Service Provider, delivering large-scale GPU clusters for AI training and inference. IREN's vertically integrated platform is underpinned by its expansive portfolio of...

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Lieutenant Police Department

  • GoLawEnforcement.com
  • Cypress, TX
  • 5 days ago
  • Cypress, TX
  • 5 days ago

Lieutenant - Police Department Job Type: Full Time Cypress, TX Cypress-Fairbanks Independent School District Salary: $92,458 Essential Functions: Direct the operations of the District police...

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Deputy Chief of System Fidelity and Reporting

  • Houston Independent School District
  • Houston, TX
  • 7 days ago
  • Houston, TX
  • 7 days ago

Deputy Chief of System Fidelity and Reporting 4400 West 18th Street, Houston, Texas (US-TX), 77092, United States ID: 36899 Job Description Location: Hattie Mae White Department: System Fidelity &...

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Deputy Chief of Operational Effectiveness

  • Beaumont ISD
  • Beaumont, TX
  • 8 days ago
  • Beaumont, TX
  • 8 days ago

Deputy Chief of Operational Effectiveness JobID: 1707 Position Type: Administration Date Posted: 5/20/2026 Location: ADMN BLDG Additional Information: Show/Hide Description: Job Summary:...

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Assistant Chief / Fire Marshal

  • City of Portland
  • Portland, TX
  • 8 days ago
  • Portland, TX
  • 8 days ago

ADDITIONAL INCENTIVE: Take home vehicle PREFERRED CERTIFICATIONS Possess a Texas Commission on Law Enforcement - Basic Peace Officer SALARY/BENEFITS Annual salary is $100,000 - $117,000- Higher salary...

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Assistant Chief Pilot and Instructor Commercial Aviation

  • Angelo State University
  • San Angelo, TX
  • 13 days ago
  • San Angelo, TX
  • 13 days ago

Assistant Chief Pilot and Instructor Commercial Aviation Position Number: 977241 Department: Management & Marketing Salary: $90,000 Remote: No Job Summary/Description: This position supports the...

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Deputy Chief of Schools Effectiveness

  • Beaumont ISD
  • Beaumont, TX
  • 14 days ago
  • Beaumont, TX
  • 14 days ago

Deputy Chief of Schools Effectiveness JobID: 1702 Position Type: Administration Date Posted: 5/19/2026 Location: ADMN BLDG Additional Information: Show/Hide Description: Job Summary:...

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IT Systems / Assistant Chief Engineer

  • Nexstar
  • Abilene, TX
  • 14 days ago
  • Abilene, TX
  • 14 days ago

The Assistant Chief Engineer will assist with overseeing the day to day operations of the Engineering Department and is responsible for the maintenance of all broadcast technology and equipment at...

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Lieutenant - Police Department

  • University of Texas Permian Basin
  • Odessa, TX
  • 22 days ago
  • Odessa, TX
  • 22 days ago

enforcement agency as a full-time commissioned peace officer, or have been in law enforcement for 10 years with at least 5 years supervisory experience....

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Salary for Chief Detective Jobs in Texas

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

Highest Education Level

Chief Detectives in Texas offer the following education background
Bachelor's Degree
35.1%
Master's Degree
22.2%
Associate's Degree
14.5%
High School or GED
13.9%
Vocational Degree or Certification
6.4%
Doctorate Degree
4.8%
Some College
2.4%
Some High School
0.7%

Average Work Experience
Here's a breakdown of the number of years' experience offered by Chief Detectives in Texas
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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