Commanding Officer Jobs in Miami, FL

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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Traveling - Senior Superintendent

  • Miami, FL
  • 5 days ago
  • Miami, FL
  • 5 days ago

Who We Are When you join Lithko Contracting, you're building your career alongside leaders in concrete construction. We apply your expertise across a range of industries, from industrial and...

Assistant Chief Engineer

  • Miami, FL
  • 8 days ago
  • Miami, FL
  • 8 days ago

Description Job Overview: The Assistant Chief Engineer is responsible for in-unit and common area maintenance and repair needs of the Association under the direction of the Chief Engineer. Your...

Administrative Manager to the Deputy Chief of Staff (On-Site)

  • Coral Gables, FL (5 miles from Miami, FL)
  • 8 days ago
  • Coral Gables, FL (5 miles from Miami, FL)
  • 8 days ago

Current Employees: If you are a current Staff, Faculty or Temporary employee at the University of Miami, please click here to log in to Workday to use the internal application process. To learn...

Assistant Chief Engineer

  • Miami, FL
  • 13 days ago
  • Miami, FL
  • 13 days ago

Get to know us: NOVO Health Services offers linen management solutions to the healthcare industry. NOVO Health keenly focuses on safety and infection control and provides its partner hospitals...

Senior Superintendent

  • Miami, FL
  • 16 days ago
  • Miami, FL
  • 16 days ago

Become Part of Our Team As an industry leader Balfour Beatty offers employees a comprehensive benefits package with competitive salaries and more including: Medical, Dental, Vision and Life...

Senior Superintendent

  • Miami, FL
  • 30+ days ago
  • Miami, FL
  • 30+ days ago

Looking for a truly relationship minded construction manager that enjoys working for a successful general contractor that truly cares about its people and offer both opportunities to grow while...

Commercial Construction Senior Superintendent - Hospitality

  • Fort Lauderdale, FL (24 miles from Miami, FL)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Fort Lauderdale, FL (24 miles from Miami, FL)
  • 30+ days ago

Every day, our team members do amazing things in pursuit of our shared purpose to build trust with our clients, partners, subcontractors, and teammates. No matter your background, education, or...

Senior Superintendent

  • Miami, FL
  • 45+ days ago
  • Miami, FL
  • 45+ days ago

Overview At Shawmut Design and Construction, were proud that the culture weve built as a 100% employee-owned company as we have been recognized with over 83 Best Place to Work awards. Including...

Senior Superintendent - Bridges & Highways

  • Coral Gables, FL (5 miles from Miami, FL)
  • 60+ days ago
  • Coral Gables, FL (5 miles from Miami, FL)
  • 60+ days ago

Responsibilities Brasfield & Gorrie, a leading General Contractor in the Southeast, is searching for experienced, traveling Superintendents to join our growing heavy civil teams to run large...

Demographic Data for Miami, FL

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Salary for Commanding Officer Jobs in Miami, FL

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

Highest Education Level

Commanding Officers in Miami, FL 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 in Miami, FL
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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