Commanding Officer Jobs in Virginia

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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Chief Deputy Registrar

  • City of Fairfax
  • Fairfax, VA
  • 4 days ago
  • Fairfax, VA
  • 4 days ago

Serves as the Chief Deputy to the Director of Elections/General Registrar. Provides professional and technical assistance to the Director of Elections/General Registrar. Work involves...

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Assistant Chief of Cardiology, Western Region Christiansburg, VA

  • Carilion Clinic
  • Christiansburg, VA
  • 5 days ago
  • Christiansburg, VA
  • 5 days ago

Carilion Clinic (CC) and the Cardiovascular Institute invite applications for the position of Assistant Chief of Cardiology, Western Region, based in Christiansburg, Virginia. This is an...

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Deputy Chief Policy Officer for Patents and Innovation

  • Patent and Trademark Office
  • Alexandria, VA
  • 6 days ago
  • Alexandria, VA
  • 6 days ago

The United States Patent and Trademark Office's (USPTO) mission is to promote innovation and competition by providing quality examination and issuance of patent and trademark applications, guiding...

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Physician (Deputy Chief of Staff- Hampton)

  • Veterans Health Administration
  • Hampton, VA
  • 7 days ago
  • Hampton, VA
  • 7 days ago

The Deputy Chief of Staff is the primary backup to the Chief of Staff and provides administrative, clinical, and programmatic leadership to help ensure achievement of the Medical Center's...

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Corrections Major: Coffeewood Correctional Center #00143

  • State of Virginia
  • Culpeper, VA
  • 10 days ago
  • Culpeper, VA
  • 10 days ago

Marijuana use is prohibited for positions that require possession of a firearm or a Commercial Driver's License in the performance of official duties such as Corrections Officers, Probation Officers...

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Deputy Chief Growth Officer

  • Phoenix House Mid-Atlantic
  • Arlington, VA
  • 12 days ago
  • Arlington, VA
  • 12 days ago

SUMMARY: National Capital Treatment & Recovery, formerly Phoenix House, a nonprofit substance use treatment facility in Arlington, VA is hiring a full-time Deputy Chief Growth Officer responsible...

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Heavy Civil Senior Superintendent - Manassas, VA

  • LVI Associates
  • Manassas, VA
  • 12 days ago
  • Manassas, VA
  • 12 days ago

Senior Superintendent - Heavy Civil Construction (Manassas, VA)$100,000-$165,000A wellestablished heavy civil contractor is seeking an experienced Senior Superintendent to lead field operations on...

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Assistant Deputy Chief of Staff for Manpower, Personnel & Services

  • Department of the Air Force - Agency Wide
  • Arlington, VA
  • 15 days ago
  • Arlington, VA
  • 15 days ago

Click on "Learn more about this agency" button below for IMPORTANT additional information. The primary purpose of this position is to assist the Deputy Chief of Staff in directing Air Force-wide...

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Assistant Chief Operating Engineer

  • Cushman & Wakefield
  • Arlington, VA
  • 16 days ago
  • Arlington, VA
  • 16 days ago

Job Title Assistant Chief Operating Engineer Job Description Summary Responsible to ensure the proper efficient operations and maintenance of the mechanical electrical and plumbing systems for the...

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Armed Incident Commander

  • Surefox
  • Norfolk, VA
  • 90+ days ago
  • Norfolk, VA
  • 90+ days ago

What is desired: Security or law enforcement related experience preferred. Military background is a plus. Report writing experience preferred. CPR and First Aid Training is preferred....

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Demographic Data for Virginia

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Salary for Commanding Officer Jobs in Virginia

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

Highest Education Level

Commanding Officers in Virginia offer the following education background
Bachelor's Degree
35.1%
Master's Degree
22.2%
Associate's Degree
14.5%
High School or GED
13.9%
Vocational Degree or Certification
6.4%
Doctorate Degree
4.8%
Some College
2.4%
Some High School
0.7%

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