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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Structor Group

Senior Superintendent

Structor Group, Inc. is a commercial general contractor providing construction and renovation services to the healthcare, higher education, commercial office, and specialty markets. We are an...

Attorney, Assistant Chief Counsel

  • Sacramento, CA
  • moments ago
  • Sacramento, CA
  • moments ago

Job Description and Duties Are you an ambitious individual with a passion for making a difference in Workers' Compensation law? Do you thrive in a dynamic and collaborative environment where your...

Job Responsibilities Under general supervision: Takes action as a correctional emergency response team member to contain and control the immediate crisis area on an incident and, if necessary,...

Assistant Chief Engineer/Officer - Power

  • Jamaica, NY
  • 1 hour ago
  • Jamaica, NY
  • 1 hour ago

Position at Long Island Rail Road Title: Assistant Chief Engineer/Officer - Power Department: Engineering Post Date: 03/20/2025 Close Date: 04/02/2025 Hay Point Evaluation: 1090 Salary Range:...

Senior Deputy Chief People Officer

  • New York, NY
  • 1 hour ago
  • New York, NY
  • 1 hour ago

Position at MTA Headquarters POSTING NO. 10967 JOB TITLE: Senior Deputy Chief People Officer DEPT/DIV: People Department SUPERVISOR: Chief People Officer WORK LOCATION: 2 Broadway, New York, NY...

Deputy Bureau Director - RN

  • Shawnee, KS
  • 1 hour ago
  • Shawnee, KS
  • 1 hour ago

Job Posting Important Recruitment Information for this vacancy Job Posting closes: Open Until Filled Required documents uploaded by: Open Until Filled Kansas Department of Health and Environment:...

Clinical Psychologist (Deputy Chief Psychologist)

  • Butner, NC
  • 1 hour ago
  • Butner, NC
  • 1 hour ago

If you are above the maximum entry age and have prior federal law enforcement coverage, you MUST submit an SF-50 to verify prior coverage....

Supervisory Law Enforcement Specialist (Area Commander)

  • Boston, MA
  • 2 hours ago
  • Boston, MA
  • 2 hours ago

Incumbent must successfully complete the designated, required training which includes the basic Criminal Investigators Training Program (CITP) at the Federal Law Enforcement Training Center (FLETC)...

Assistant Chief Nursing Officer

  • Miami, FL
  • 2 hours ago
  • Miami, FL
  • 2 hours ago

Description This position is incentive eligible. Introduction Executives thrive with us! HCA Healthcare is one of the nation's leading providers of healthcare services, comprising of over 180...

Assistant Chief Counsel 1

  • Harrisburg, PA
  • 3 hours ago
  • Harrisburg, PA
  • 3 hours ago

THE POSITION Are you eager to begin the next chapter in your professional career while showcasing your legal expertise? If so, consider joining the Pennsylvania Gaming Control Board (PBCB) as an...

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Assistant Chief Maintenance Officer

  • Oakland, CA
  • 7 hours ago
  • Oakland, CA
  • 7 hours ago

Marketing Statement Ride BART to a satisfying career that lets you both: 1) make a difference to Bay Area residents, and 2) enjoy excellent pay, benefits, and employment stability. BART is looking...

Assistant Chief Staffing Officer

  • Waynesville, NC
  • 14 hours ago
  • Waynesville, NC
  • 14 hours ago

Description Introduction We are seeking an Assistant Chief Staffing Officer with Mission Hospital's Finance team to promote growth and unlock possibilities. At HCA Healthcare, we are committed to...

Date Posted: March 20, 2025 Salary: $243,119 $311,931 Annually DOE. The salary range is dependent upon qualifications. Description: Join the County of Santa Clara Health System as the Deputy Chief...

Senior Superintendent

  • Boston, MA
  • 16 hours ago
  • Boston, MA
  • 16 hours ago

Please apply before 3/27/2025 Job Overview Skanska is searching for a dynamic Senior Superintendent. This is a great opportunity to start a career with a company that builds things that matter and...

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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
34.9%
Master's Degree
21.3%
High School or GED
15.7%
Associate's Degree
13.3%
Vocational Degree or Certification
6.5%
Doctorate Degree
4.5%
Some College
2.9%
Some High School
0.8%

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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