Commanding Officer Jobs in San Jose, 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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[UNION] Assistant Chief Engineer

  • Cushman & Wakefield
  • Sunnyvale, CA (7 miles from San Jose, CA)
  • 7 days ago
  • Sunnyvale, CA (7 miles from San Jose, CA)
  • 7 days ago

Job Title [UNION] Assistant Chief Engineer Job Description Summary Responsible to assist the Chief Engineer with the planning, implementation, coordination, and supervision of mechanical...

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Assistant Chief Information Officer (Assistant Director - Information Technology Department)

  • City of San Jose, CA
  • San Jose, CA
  • 14 days ago
  • San Jose, CA
  • 14 days ago

Our diverse and inclusive workforce of more than 7,000 employees play a key role in the success of San Jose, the heart of the Silicon Valley. All City of San Jose employees work together as one...

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Assistant Chief Engineer

  • Cushman & Wakefield
  • San Jose, CA
  • 30+ days ago
  • San Jose, CA
  • 30+ days ago

Job Title Assistant Chief Engineer Job Description Summary Responsible to ensure the proper efficient operations and maintenance of the mechanical electrical and plumbing systems for the assigned...

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Assistant Chief Information Officer

  • City of San Jose
  • San Jose, CA
  • 30+ days ago
  • San Jose, CA
  • 30+ days ago

The Opportunity At the center of one of the most dynamic technology ecosystems in the world, the City of San José offers a rare opportunity for a forward thinking technology executive to shape the...

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Incident Commander

  • Surefox
  • Santa Clara, CA (3 miles from San Jose, CA)
  • 90+ days ago
  • Santa Clara, CA (3 miles from San Jose, CA)
  • 90+ days ago

enforcement related experience preferred Report writing experience preferred If you share our values and are ready to build your next career, we want to hear from you!...

In Person

Demographic Data for San Jose, CA

Moving to San Jose, CA? Find some basic demographic data about San Jose, CA below.


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Salary for Commanding Officer Jobs in San Jose, 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 Jose, CA 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 Commanding Officers in San Jose, 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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