Commanding Officer Jobs in Georgia

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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Assistant Chief Engineer

  • Atlanta, GA
  • 2 days ago
  • Atlanta, GA
  • 2 days ago

JLL empowers you to shape a brighter way. Our people at JLL and JLL Technologies are shaping the future of real estate for a better world by combining world class services, advisory and technology...

Assistant Chief Engineer-1

  • Atlanta, GA
  • 4 days ago
  • Atlanta, GA
  • 4 days ago

Summary The Assistant Chief Engineer supervises and directs operating engineers in installation, repair, and maintenance of all base building and critical system machinery and equipment....

Assistant Chief Financial Officer (ACFO) - Statesboro, GA - Full-time

  • Statesboro, GA
  • 5 days ago
  • Statesboro, GA
  • 5 days ago

East Georgia Regional Medical Center provides generations of families in the Statesboro area and surrounding communities with quality care, close to home. We are dedicated to delivering...

Assistant Chief Operating EngineerNew

  • Atlanta, GA
  • 6 days ago
  • Atlanta, GA
  • 6 days ago

New Assistant Chief Operating Engineer Atlanta, GA Lincoln Property Company does not accept unsolicited resumes from third-party recruiters unless they were contractually engaged by Lincoln...

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Commercial Assistant Chief Engineer

  • Atlanta, GA
  • 7 days ago
  • Atlanta, GA
  • 7 days ago

Commercial Assistant Chief Engineer Location: Atlanta, GA Pay Range: $85,000.00 - $95,000.00/yr Job Type: Full Time, Contractor Category: Maintenance Posted: 18 hours ago Job ID: 499465 Status:...

Deputy Chief of Surgery

  • Atlanta, GA
  • 9 days ago
  • Atlanta, GA
  • 9 days ago

Summary In collaboration with the Associate Chief of Staff for Surgery (i.e. - Chief of Surgery) - the Deputy Chief of Surgery is responsible for maintaining all operations and direct reports...

Chief Deputy Clerk of Magistrate Court

  • Conyers, GA
  • 11 days ago
  • Conyers, GA
  • 11 days ago

Job Summary This is an administrative position responsible for developing, implementing, and administering daily operations of the Magistrate Court. The employee in this role assists the Clerk of...

Senior Superintendent (SPG)

  • Atlanta, GA
  • 11 days ago
  • Atlanta, GA
  • 11 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...

Residential Senior Superintendent

  • Gainesville, GA
  • 15 days ago
  • Gainesville, GA
  • 15 days ago

Senior Superintendent - Production Home Builder Exciting Opportunity: Join our dynamic team as a Senior Superintendent with a leading production home builder. Leadership Role: Drive success by...

Senior Superintendent

  • Atlanta, GA
  • 22 days ago
  • Atlanta, GA
  • 22 days ago

Company description Our client, a leading general contractor in the data center space provides end-to-end services such as: design, construction, operations, etc for Fortune 500 clients. Job...

Senior Superintendent

  • Davisboro, GA
  • 28 days ago
  • Davisboro, GA
  • 28 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...

Assistant Chief Engineer

  • Peachtree Corners, GA
  • 30+ days ago
  • Peachtree Corners, GA
  • 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...

Senior Superintendent- Mission Critical

  • Atlanta, GA
  • 30+ days ago
  • Atlanta, GA
  • 30+ days ago

Best People + Right Culture. These are the driving forces behind JE Dunn's success. By hiring inspired people, giving them interesting and challenging work, enabling them with innovative tools,...

Senior Superintendent- Aviation

  • Atlanta, GA
  • 30+ days ago
  • Atlanta, GA
  • 30+ days ago

Best People + Right Culture. These are the driving forces behind JE Dunn's success. By hiring inspired people, giving them interesting and challenging work, enabling them with innovative tools,...

Demographic Data for Georgia

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Salary for Commanding Officer Jobs in Georgia

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

Highest Education Level

Commanding Officers in Georgia 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 Georgia
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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