Commanding Officer Jobs

A Commanding Officer in the law enforcement industry oversees the operations of a law enforcement unit, ensuring all activities are in line with the department's policies and the law. They are responsible for managing the personnel under their command, making critical decisions in high-pressure situations, and coordinating with other departments or agencies as necessary. Duties may also include developing and implementing strategic plans, managing budgets, and conducting performance evaluations.

Key skills required for this role include leadership, decision-making, communication, and problem-solving abilities. They should be adept at handling high-stress situations, and have a deep understanding of law enforcement procedures and policies. They should also hold a Police Officer Standards and Training (POST) certification or equivalent, and preferably, a degree in criminal justice, public administration, or a related field. Prior to becoming a Commanding Officer, a person may have roles as a Patrol Officer, Sergeant, or Lieutenant within the law enforcement industry.

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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 in Denver

  • Great Falls, MT
  • 12 hours ago
  • Great Falls, MT
  • 12 hours ago

Are you looking for a more personable, family-oriented company to work for, with growth opportunities? We have a Senior Superintendent opportunity for you Gpac has partnered with a general...

Deputy Chief Engineer

  • King of Prussia, PA
  • 13 hours ago
  • King of Prussia, PA
  • 13 hours ago

Protecting what matters most is the mission that matters most. OVERVIEW: At Lockheed Martin, we are shaping the future of space exploration and defense. As a leader in the industry, we are known...

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Physician (Deputy Chief of Staff)

  • Long Beach, CA
  • 17 hours ago
  • Long Beach, CA
  • 17 hours ago

Summary The VA Long Beach Healthcare System (VALBHS) - a premier 1B facility - proudly serves more than 70 -000 Veterans throughout Orange and Los Angeles Counties - including five Community Based...

Chief Deputy Administrator, Correctional Program, Cea

  • Riverside, CA
  • 17 hours ago
  • Riverside, CA
  • 17 hours ago

Chief Deputy Warden Department of Corrections & Rehabilitation JC-488001 - Chief Deputy Warden CHIEF DEPUTY ADMINISTRATOR, CORRECTIONAL PROGRAM, CEA $13,660.00 - $15,820.00 per Month New to State...

Assistant Chief Flight Instructor

  • Oklahoma City, OK
  • 18 hours ago
  • Oklahoma City, OK
  • 18 hours ago

Assistant Chief Flight Instructor University of Oklahoma, United States about 12 hours ago Location: Oklahoma City, OKLAHOMA Assistant Chief Flight Instructor - Job Number: 251797 Organization :...

Assistant Attorney General/Deputy Chief Counsel - Labor Section

  • Cape Girardeau, MO
  • 21 hours ago
  • Cape Girardeau, MO
  • 21 hours ago

Assistant Attorney General/Deputy Chief Counsel Labor Section ~ Cape Girardeau The Missouri Attorney General's Office is actively seeking attorneys with excellent credentials for an Assistant...

Deputy Chief of Facilities - Services

  • New York, NY
  • 22 hours ago
  • New York, NY
  • 22 hours 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
  • 22 hours ago
  • New York City, NY
  • 22 hours 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...

experience at the 14 level; or, two years of safety and regulatory or law enforcement supervisory experience at the 15 level, may be substituted for the education and experience requirements.Please...

Deputy Commissioner and General Counsel

  • Albany, NY
  • 22 hours ago
  • Albany, NY
  • 22 hours 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...

Deputy Chief Information Officer

  • El Paso, TX
  • 22 hours ago
  • El Paso, TX
  • 22 hours ago

Requirements MOS Codes: None Education and Experience: Bachelor's Degree or higher in Information Systems, Computer Science, Business Administration, Engineering or related field and five (5)...

Assistant Chief Estimator

  • Riverside, CA
  • 22 hours ago
  • Riverside, CA
  • 22 hours ago

Are you the Assistant Chief Estimator we're looking for? At Gothic Landscape, our mission is simple: deliver exceptional customer service and build lasting, authentic relationshipsnot only with...

Psychiatrist/Assistant Chief Medical Director

  • Petersburg, VA
  • 23 hours ago
  • Petersburg, VA
  • 23 hours ago

Title: Psychiatrist/Assistant Chief Medical Director State Role Title: 49152 Hiring Range: Salary commensurate with experience. Pay Band: 8 Agency: Dept Behavioral Health/Develop Location: Central...

Deputy Commissioner of Customer Experience

  • Richmond, VA
  • 23 hours ago
  • Richmond, VA
  • 23 hours ago

Title: Deputy Commissioner of Customer Experience State Role Title: Gen Admin Manager IV Hiring Range: $165,000 - $190,000 Pay Band: 8 Agency: Department of Motor Vehicles Location: CSM FULL...

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How to Become a Police Officer in England and Wales
Currently, policing is unrepresentative of the society it represents. To correct that, its vital that underrepresented and disadvantaged groups can learn about policing and consider their options...
Commanding a Path
In this lecture students will implement a waypoint path following code for the tank NPC. Learn how to create interactive experiences with Unity Pro, the real-time 3D software and workflows...
A Guide to Commanding Color
Gain the ability to command color in your images! Join Mark Heaps as he teaches you the terminology, fundamentals, theory, and tools to adjust, edit, change, and tweak the colors in your photos....

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Salary for Commanding Officer Jobs Nationwide

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

Highest Education Level

Commanding Officers offer the following education background
Bachelor's Degree
34.0%
Master's Degree
21.9%
High School or GED
14.8%
Associate's Degree
14.5%
Vocational Degree or Certification
6.4%
Doctorate Degree
4.8%
Some College
2.7%
Some High School
0.7%

Average Work Experience
Here's a breakdown of the number of years' experience offered by Commanding Officers
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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