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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Senior Superintendent

  • Tampa, FL
  • 4 hours ago
  • Tampa, FL
  • 4 hours ago

Job Description Summary As a Senior Superintendent working for Taylor Morrison, you will provide leadership in your assigned community and are responsible for managing the homebuilding process for...

Attorney, Assistant Chief Counsel

  • Sacramento, CA
  • 4 hours ago
  • Sacramento, CA
  • 4 hours ago

and Duties Under the general direction of the Chief Counsel I, CEA, the Attorney, Assistant Chief Counsel performs the most sensitive and complex legal work consistently with favorable results,...

MARKET SUMMARY: ARIZONA GROUP TUCSON MARKET Carondelet St. Marys Hospital, Tucson, Arizona St. Marys Hospital is Southern Arizonas longest continuously operating hospital (founded in 1880) and one...

Assistant Chief Hospitalist

  • Holyoke, MA
  • 4 hours ago
  • Holyoke, MA
  • 4 hours ago

Holyoke Medical Center is a 198-bed community hospital that has served the healthcare needs of the Pioneer Valley for over 125 years. We continue to grow and address the needs of our community...

Commercial Construction Senior Superintendent

  • Cheyenne, WY
  • 7 hours ago
  • Cheyenne, WY
  • 7 hours ago

DENVER AREA SENIOR SUPERINTENDENT - COMMERCIAL CONSTRUCTION Construction Background & Experience with Complex Commercial Projects of $80MIL plus Ground Up Projects Needed! This is a permanent...

Commercial Construction Senior Superintendent

  • Des Moines, IA
  • 7 hours ago
  • Des Moines, IA
  • 7 hours ago

DENVER AREA SENIOR SUPERINTENDENT - COMMERCIAL CONSTRUCTION Construction Background & Experience with Complex Commercial Projects of $80MIL plus Ground Up Projects Needed! This is a permanent...

Commercial Construction Senior Superintendent

  • Colorado Springs, CO
  • 7 hours ago
  • Colorado Springs, CO
  • 7 hours ago

DENVER AREA SENIOR SUPERINTENDENT - COMMERCIAL CONSTRUCTION Construction Background & Experience with Complex Commercial Projects of $80MIL plus Ground Up Projects Needed! This is a permanent...

Commercial Construction Senior Superintendent

  • Albuquerque, NM
  • 7 hours ago
  • Albuquerque, NM
  • 7 hours ago

DENVER AREA SENIOR SUPERINTENDENT - COMMERCIAL CONSTRUCTION Construction Background & Experience with Complex Commercial Projects of $80MIL plus Ground Up Projects Needed! This is a permanent...

Commercial Construction Senior Superintendent

  • Las Vegas, NM
  • 7 hours ago
  • Las Vegas, NM
  • 7 hours ago

DENVER AREA SENIOR SUPERINTENDENT - COMMERCIAL CONSTRUCTION Construction Background & Experience with Complex Commercial Projects of $80MIL plus Ground Up Projects Needed! This is a permanent...

Commercial Construction Senior Superintendent

  • Sacramento, CA
  • 7 hours ago
  • Sacramento, CA
  • 7 hours ago

DENVER AREA SENIOR SUPERINTENDENT - COMMERCIAL CONSTRUCTION Construction Background & Experience with Complex Commercial Projects of $80MIL plus Ground Up Projects Needed! This is a permanent...

Commercial Construction Senior Superintendent

  • Kansas City, MO
  • 7 hours ago
  • Kansas City, MO
  • 7 hours ago

DENVER AREA SENIOR SUPERINTENDENT - COMMERCIAL CONSTRUCTION Construction Background & Experience with Complex Commercial Projects of $80MIL plus Ground Up Projects Needed! This is a permanent...

Commercial Construction Senior Superintendent

  • Los Angeles, CA
  • 7 hours ago
  • Los Angeles, CA
  • 7 hours ago

DENVER AREA SENIOR SUPERINTENDENT - COMMERCIAL CONSTRUCTION Construction Background & Experience with Complex Commercial Projects of $80MIL plus Ground Up Projects Needed! This is a permanent...

Commercial Construction Senior Superintendent

  • Dallas, TX
  • 7 hours ago
  • Dallas, TX
  • 7 hours ago

DENVER AREA SENIOR SUPERINTENDENT - COMMERCIAL CONSTRUCTION Construction Background & Experience with Complex Commercial Projects of $80MIL plus Ground Up Projects Needed! This is a permanent...

Commercial Construction Senior Superintendent

  • Fort Worth, TX
  • 7 hours ago
  • Fort Worth, TX
  • 7 hours ago

DENVER AREA SENIOR SUPERINTENDENT - COMMERCIAL CONSTRUCTION Construction Background & Experience with Complex Commercial Projects of $80MIL plus Ground Up Projects Needed! This is a permanent...

Commercial Construction Senior Superintendent

  • Chicago, IL
  • 7 hours ago
  • Chicago, IL
  • 7 hours ago

DENVER AREA SENIOR SUPERINTENDENT - COMMERCIAL CONSTRUCTION Construction Background & Experience with Complex Commercial Projects of $80MIL plus Ground Up Projects Needed! This is a permanent...

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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
34.4%
Master's Degree
21.5%
High School or GED
15.6%
Associate's Degree
13.6%
Vocational Degree or Certification
6.6%
Doctorate Degree
4.6%
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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