Commanding Officer Jobs in Massachusetts

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 Financial Officer- MetroWest Medical Center

  • Marlborough, MA
  • 2 days ago
  • Marlborough, MA
  • 2 days ago

MARKET SUMMARY: Massachusetts Group MetroWest Medical Center is a 229-bed teaching hospital system serving the MetroWest region of Massachusetts, with campuses in Framingham and Natick. As the...

Deputy Chief Advancement Officer (Full-Time, Onsite)

  • North Adams, MA
  • 2 days ago
  • North Adams, MA
  • 2 days ago

Job Type Full-time Description With a history defined by tenaciousness, vision, risk-taking, artistic excellence, and a commitment to the revitalization and economic growth of the region, MASS...

Deputy Chief of Public Safety

  • Milton, MA
  • 4 days ago
  • Milton, MA
  • 4 days ago

The candidate would have obtained their POST Certification by having completed a Municipal Police Training Committee (MPTC) Basic Recruit Officer Academy and/or obtained a permanent exemption from the...

DPW Assistant Chief Water Operator

  • Barre, MA
  • 8 days ago
  • Barre, MA
  • 8 days ago

DPW Assistant Chief Water Operator- (\$27.98 - \$33.92 hourly)**Deadline: Open until filled\* **Position Summary:** Skilled manual andtechnical work in the operation of the Water Department; all...

Senior Superintendent

  • Boston, MA
  • 10 days ago
  • Boston, MA
  • 10 days ago

Overview About Suffolk Suffolk is a national enterprise that builds, innovates and invests. Suffolk is an end-to-end business that provides value throughout the entire project lifecycle by...

Assistant Chief Engineer, Signals & Communication

  • Worcester, MA
  • 11 days ago
  • Worcester, MA
  • 11 days ago

SUMMARY: Responsible for providing leadership and leading the Signal & Communication team charged with the overall safe engineering, construction, maintenance, inspection and repair of grade...

Assistant Chief Engineer

  • Washington, MA
  • 17 days ago
  • Washington, MA
  • 17 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 Incident Commander - Site Reliability Engineering - Remote, US

  • Waltham, MA
  • 24 days ago
  • Waltham, MA
  • 24 days ago

We are strengthening our incident management team.... You will be at the helm, managing incidents and leading the way.... Your role at Dynatrace is crucial in ensuring best-in-class reliability...

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Deputy Chief Medical Officer MassHealth

  • Boston, MA
  • 30+ days ago
  • Boston, MA
  • 30+ days ago

Overview Reporting to the MassHealth Chief Medical Officer/Director of the Office of Clinical Affairs (OCA), the Deputy Chief Medical Officer works collaboratively across a matrixed organization...

ASSISTANT CHIEF PLANT OPERATOR - USW-9 WASTEWATER TREATMENT PLANT FULL-TIME (38 HOURS PER WEEK) SALARY RANGE: $1,323.11 TO $1,778.16 PER WEEK The Town of North Attleboro Department of Public...

Deputy Chief of Party / Transaction Advisor

  • Chelmsford, MA
  • 60+ days ago
  • Chelmsford, MA
  • 60+ days ago

Company Description Work with Us. Change the World. At AECOM, we're delivering a better world. Whether improving your commute, keeping the lights on, providing access to clean water, or...

Demographic Data for Massachusetts

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Salary for Commanding Officer Jobs in Massachusetts

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

Highest Education Level

Commanding Officers in Massachusetts offer the following education background
Bachelor's Degree
33.8%
Master's Degree
21.9%
High School or GED
15.4%
Associate's Degree
14.1%
Vocational Degree or Certification
6.6%
Doctorate Degree
4.6%
Some College
2.8%
Some High School
0.8%

Average Work Experience
Here's a breakdown of the number of years' experience offered by Commanding Officers in Massachusetts
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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