Commanding Officer Jobs in New York

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

  • Fairport, NY
  • 10 hours ago
  • Fairport, NY
  • 10 hours ago

Assistant Chief Engineer Hourly Pay $31.00 Job Summary: The Assistant Chief Engineer's primary responsibilities are to assist the Chief Engineer with the maintenance of all electrical and...

Associate Executive Director-Deputy Chief Financial Officer

  • New York, NY
  • 11 hours ago
  • New York, NY
  • 11 hours ago

Associate Executive Director-Deputy Chief Financial Officer DepartmentFINANCE ADMINISTRATION Location Bronx Job ID123647 Civil Service ClassificationManagerial Hire In Rate$200,000.00 (for...

Assistant Deputy Chief Investigator - Public Integrity Division

  • Beacon, NY
  • 14 hours ago
  • Beacon, NY
  • 14 hours ago

Appropriate licensure and certifications (including being or becoming a peace officer qualified to carry a firearm) are also required. The ability to travel is also necessary....

Assistant to the Deputy Chief of Administration

  • New York, NY
  • 15 hours ago
  • New York, NY
  • 15 hours ago

Under executive direction with the widest latitude for the exercise of independent judgment, assists with the activities of the Administration Division. Duties include, but are not limited to, the...

Senior Superintendent - Healthcare/Life Sciences

  • White Plains, NY
  • 1 day ago
  • White Plains, NY
  • 1 day 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...

Assistant Chief Engineer

  • New York, NY
  • 2 days ago
  • New York, NY
  • 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 Officer- Special Investigations and Review

  • New York, NY
  • 2 days ago
  • New York, NY
  • 2 days ago

. + Represent NYCT and MTA Bus in joint investigations with law enforcement, other MTA agencies, and outside agencies....

Assistant Chief Officer- Special Investigations and Review

  • Brooklyn, NY
  • 2 days ago
  • Brooklyn, NY
  • 2 days ago

Represent NYCT and MTA Bus in joint investigations with law enforcement, other MTA agencies, and outside agencies....

Deputy Chief Technology Officer- Architecture

  • Albany, NY
  • 2 days ago
  • Albany, NY
  • 2 days ago

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Deputy Chief Technology Officer- Network

  • Albany, NY
  • 2 days ago
  • Albany, NY
  • 2 days ago

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Deputy Chief Technology Officer- Cloud

  • Albany, NY
  • 2 days ago
  • Albany, NY
  • 2 days ago

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Deputy Chief Engineer - SW

  • New York, NY
  • 2 days ago
  • New York, NY
  • 2 days ago

In order to be considered for this position candidate must be serving permanently in the title, or be reachable on either List, exam # 156, 4030 or 4522, or be eligible under the 55-a Program* The...

Deputy Chief Technology Officer-Client Compute

  • Albany, NY
  • 2 days ago
  • Albany, NY
  • 2 days ago

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Deputy Chief Growth Officer

  • New York, NY
  • 5 days ago
  • New York, NY
  • 5 days ago

Deputy Chief Growth Officer MetroPlus Health Plan United States, York, York Jul 03, 2025 Deputy Chief Growth Officer Job Ref: 123462 Category: Professional Department: SALES ADMINISTRATION...

Deputy Chief of Staff for the Office of the Commissioner

  • New York City, NY
  • 6 days ago
  • New York City, NY
  • 6 days ago

About the Agency: The New York City Department of Housing Preservation (HPD) promotes quality and affordability in the city's housing, and diversity and strength in the city's neighborhoods...

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Salary for Commanding Officer Jobs in New York

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

Highest Education Level

Commanding Officers in New York offer the following education background
Bachelor's Degree
34.0%
Master's Degree
21.9%
High School or GED
15.0%
Associate's Degree
14.1%
Vocational Degree or Certification
6.4%
Doctorate Degree
4.9%
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 New York
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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