Commanding Officer Jobs in Flushing, NY

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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Deputy Chief of Facilities - Services

  • New York, NY (8 miles from Flushing, NY)
  • 22 hours ago
  • New York, NY (8 miles from Flushing, NY)
  • 22 hours ago

Our growing Facilities Unit is currently in need of a responsible individual with a team player attitude to fill the position of Deputy Chief of Facilities - Services. The successful candidate...

Chief of Staff to the Executive Deputy Commissioner

  • New York City, NY (9 miles from Flushing, NY)
  • 22 hours ago
  • New York City, NY (9 miles from Flushing, NY)
  • 22 hours ago

The New York City Department of Transportation (DOT) provides for the safe, efficient, and environmentally responsible movement of people and goods in the City of New York and maintains and...

Investigator (Employee Discipline) Office of Investigations and Labor Relations, Division of the First Deputy Commissioner

  • New York City, NY (9 miles from Flushing, NY)
  • 2 days ago
  • New York City, NY (9 miles from Flushing, NY)
  • 2 days ago

Your Role: Your role will be to conduct preliminary research, examine and analyze evidence and records, including employee records, telephone records, and any other records derived from law-enforcement...

Assistant Chief Investigator - Field Operations, NS

  • New York, NY (8 miles from Flushing, NY)
  • 6 days ago
  • New York, NY (8 miles from Flushing, NY)
  • 6 days ago

enforcement authorities; Competently represents the Bureau at official meetings and maintains meaningful partnerships with federal, state and local law enforcement entities; Manages administrative...

Special Inspector (Assistant Chief)

  • New York, NY (8 miles from Flushing, NY)
  • 8 days ago
  • New York, NY (8 miles from Flushing, NY)
  • 8 days ago

Position at MTA Headquarters POSTING NO. 12256 JOB TITLE: Special Inspector (Assistant Chief) DEPT/DIV: Labor Relations WORK LOCATION: 2 Broadway FULL/PART-TIME Full-Time SALARY RANGE: $108,034.00...

Assistant Chief Investigator - Support Operations, NS

  • New York, NY (8 miles from Flushing, NY)
  • 10 days ago
  • New York, NY (8 miles from Flushing, NY)
  • 10 days ago

enforcement authorities; Competently represents the Bureau at official meetings and maintains meaningful partnerships with federal, state and local law enforcement entities; Manages administrative...

Assistant Chief Program Officer - RPS Project Controls

  • Jamaica, NY (4 miles from Flushing, NY)
  • 10 days ago
  • Jamaica, NY (4 miles from Flushing, NY)
  • 10 days ago

Position at Long Island Rail Road Job Title: Assistant Chief Program Officer - RPS Project Controls Department: Railroad Program Support (RPS) MTA Agency: Long Island Rail Road Primary...

Assistant Chief Investigator - Field Operations, Downstate, NS

  • New York City, NY (9 miles from Flushing, NY)
  • 10 days ago
  • New York City, NY (9 miles from Flushing, NY)
  • 10 days ago

enforcement authorities; Competently represents the Bureau at official meetings and maintains meaningful partnerships with federal, state and local law enforcement entities; Manages administrative...

Assistant Chief Investigator - Intelligence Operations, NS

  • New York City, NY (9 miles from Flushing, NY)
  • 10 days ago
  • New York City, NY (9 miles from Flushing, NY)
  • 10 days ago

enforcement authorities; Competently represents the Bureau at official meetings and maintains meaningful partnerships with federal, state and local law enforcement entities; Manages administrative...

Assistant Chief Investigator - Support Operations, NS

  • New York City, NY (9 miles from Flushing, NY)
  • 10 days ago
  • New York City, NY (9 miles from Flushing, NY)
  • 10 days ago

enforcement authorities; Competently represents the Bureau at official meetings and maintains meaningful partnerships with federal, state and local law enforcement entities; Manages administrative...

Assistant Chief Pilot

  • Teterboro, NJ (14 miles from Flushing, NY)
  • 10 days ago
  • Teterboro, NJ (14 miles from Flushing, NY)
  • 10 days ago

Responsibilities for this Position Assistant Chief Pilot Location: Teterboro, NJ, US, 07608 Job Category: Flight Services Career Level: Management Requisition Id: 4418 Since 1967, Jet Aviation has...

Assistant Chief Engineer

  • New York, NY (8 miles from Flushing, NY)
  • 11 days ago
  • New York, NY (8 miles from Flushing, NY)
  • 11 days ago

Assistant Chief Engineer Full-Time Paramount Hotel New York, NY A property of: Generator Posted August 5, 2025 by Generator Apply Save Share This Job JOB DETAILS Engineering Manager - The Overview...

Deputy Chief

  • New York, NY (8 miles from Flushing, NY)
  • 12 days ago
  • New York, NY (8 miles from Flushing, NY)
  • 12 days ago

prevention and threats to oneself or others) to all ACS staff....

Deputy Chief Financial Officer and Deputy Director, OFRM

  • New York, NY (8 miles from Flushing, NY)
  • 13 days ago
  • New York, NY (8 miles from Flushing, NY)
  • 13 days ago

Deputy Chief Financial Officer and Deputy Director, OFRM United Nations Development Programme (UNDP) New York (United States) D1 Director and Top Executive Full-time Internationallly Recruited...

Senior Advisor to the Deputy Commissioner of Environment and Planning

  • New York, NY (8 miles from Flushing, NY)
  • 13 days ago
  • New York, NY (8 miles from Flushing, NY)
  • 13 days ago

ONLY OPEN TO CURRENT FULL-TIME ANNUALLY PAID PARKS EMPLOYEES* This vacancy is only open to 1) current permanent Parks employees serving in the Associate Staff Analyst civil service title or 2) on...

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Salary for Commanding Officer Jobs in Flushing, NY

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Highest Education Level

Commanding Officers in Flushing, NY 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 Flushing, NY
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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