Commanding Officer Jobs in Richmond, VA

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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Senior Superintendent

  • North Chesterfield, VA (6 miles from Richmond, VA)
  • 9 days ago
  • North Chesterfield, VA (6 miles from Richmond, VA)
  • 9 days ago

Responsibilities Allan Myers is looking for a hard-working, dedicated Senior Construction Superintendent with high heavy civil technical knowledge and excellent leadership skills. Join our elite...

Emc - Construction - Senior Superintendent

  • Richmond, VA
  • 45+ days ago
  • Richmond, VA
  • 45+ days ago

Who We're Hiring: We are looking for a seasoned Senior Superintendent with experience in plumbing and mechanical work to lead the on-site execution of large-scale construction projects. The ideal...

Commercial Construction Senior Superintendent

  • Richmond, VA
  • 45+ days ago
  • Richmond, VA
  • 45+ 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 Commercial Construction

  • Richmond, VA
  • 45+ days ago
  • Richmond, VA
  • 45+ days ago

Senior Superintendent - Commercial Construction Full-Time | Field-Based | Virginia Estimated Salary: $120,000 - $135,000/year (DOE) Are you a seasoned construction professional with a passion for...

Senior Superintendent

  • Richmond, VA
  • 45+ days ago
  • Richmond, VA
  • 45+ days ago

Summary Balfour Beatty Construction is seeking a Senior Superintendent to join our team in Richmond Virginia. This role helps provide overall leadership for on-site field administration,...

MEP Senior Superintendent - Commercial

  • Richmond, VA
  • 90+ days ago
  • Richmond, VA
  • 90+ days ago

At ACI we build our company and our culture not by counting people, but by making our people count! Atlantic Constructors is seeking dynamic, motivated, career minded individuals to join our...

Demographic Data for Richmond, VA

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Salary for Commanding Officer Jobs in Richmond, VA

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

Highest Education Level

Commanding Officers in Richmond, VA 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 Richmond, VA
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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