Commanding Officer Jobs in San Diego, CA

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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Air and Missile Defense Commander

  • San Diego, CA
  • 2 days ago
  • San Diego, CA
  • 2 days ago

Type of Requisition: Pipeline Clearance Level Must Currently Possess: Secret Clearance Level Must Be Able to Obtain: Secret Public Trust/Other Required: None Job Family: Business Operations Job...

Navy Live Virtual Constructive Warfare Commander Facilitator

  • San Diego, CA
  • 15 days ago
  • San Diego, CA
  • 15 days ago

Job Description Description SAIC seeking a Navy Live Virtual Constructive Warfare Commander Facilitator. The ideal candidate would be an experienced Naval Officer to provide Subject Matter...

Financial Analyst III - Commander Naval Surface Forces (CNSP)

  • San Diego, CA
  • 20 days ago
  • San Diego, CA
  • 20 days ago

Financial Analyst III - Commander Naval Surface Forces (CNSP) TLN Worldwide Enterprises Inc - 3.0 San Diego, CA Job Details $70,000 - $100,000 a year 1 day ago Qualifications 5 years ERP systems...

Senior Superintendent

  • San Diego, CA
  • 20 days ago
  • San Diego, CA
  • 20 days ago

GARNEY CONSTRUCTION A Senior Superintendent position in San Diego, CA, is available at Garney Construction. To be considered for this position, you must have previous construction experience. WHAT...

Account Manager, Major Accounts - West

  • San Diego, CA
  • 26 days ago
  • San Diego, CA
  • 26 days ago

Your Impact: As an Account Manager focused on Major Law Enforcement Accounts, you'll play a key role in driving strategic growth and supporting public safety transformation across some of the largest...

Commercial Construction Senior Superintendent

  • San Diego, CA
  • 26 days ago
  • San Diego, CA
  • 26 days 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...

SPO Senior Superintendent - Concrete

  • San Diego, CA
  • 45+ days ago
  • San Diego, CA
  • 45+ days ago

Division:San Diego Project Location(s):San Diego, CA 92102 USA Minimum Years Experience:Travel Involved:Job Type:RegularJob Classification:ExperiencedEducation:Job...

SPO Senior Superintendent - Drywall

  • San Diego, CA
  • 45+ days ago
  • San Diego, CA
  • 45+ days ago

Division: San Diego Project Location(s): San Diego, CA 92104 USA Minimum Years Experience: Travel Involved: Job Type: RegularJob Classification: ExperiencedEducation:Job...

Senior Superintendent

  • San Diego, CA
  • 90+ days ago
  • San Diego, CA
  • 90+ days ago

Summary At Balfour Beatty Construction in San Diego, we are seeking a Senior Superintendent to work on various projects. This position is responsible for all field operations, including the...

Senior Superintendent - Traveling - Industrial

  • San Diego, CA
  • 90+ days ago
  • San Diego, CA
  • 90+ days ago

Job Description: Ryan Companies US, Inc. has an immediate career opportunity for a traveling Senior Superintendent to join our team in San Diego! Do you bring at least 15+ years of successful...

Demographic Data for San Diego, CA

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Salary for Commanding Officer Jobs in San Diego, CA

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

Highest Education Level

Commanding Officers in San Diego, CA 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 in San Diego, CA
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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