Inspector Jobs in Texas

An Inspector in the law enforcement industry plays a vital role in maintaining order and ensuring the law is upheld. They oversee operations within their departments, manage personnel, and ensure adherence to policies and regulations. They conduct investigations, participate in surveillance, and assist in high-profile or complex cases. Their work often requires dealing with sensitive and potentially dangerous situations, making judgment, critical thinking, and decision-making skills very important.

Before becoming an Inspector, one may have served as a Police Officer, Detective, or Sergeant. These roles provide the necessary experience in law enforcement operations, investigations, and personnel management. Inspectors typically require a certification in Law Enforcement and a bachelor's degree in Criminal Justice or a related field. They also need to pass the Law Enforcement Inspector's exam and complete an inspector training program. Additional certifications like Certified Law Enforcement Analyst (CLEA) or Certified Inspector General (CIG) may be beneficial.

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Senior Evidence Technician

  • Houston, TX
  • 2 days ago
  • Houston, TX
  • 2 days ago

EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS Two years of experience with a law enforcement agency, which includes work related with the procurement and inventory control of supplies and property, are required....

Deputy Evidence Technician

  • Huntsville, TX
  • 4 days ago
  • Huntsville, TX
  • 4 days ago

The Deputy Evidence Technician is will occasionally provide administrativesupport to the Criminal Investigations Division and department staff to includethe following job duties: conducting research...

Property & Evidence Technician

  • Midland, TX
  • 9 days ago
  • Midland, TX
  • 9 days ago

Cooperate with other law enforcement agencies and matter relating to Property/Evidence....

Forensic Investigator

  • Houston, TX
  • 18 days ago
  • Houston, TX
  • 18 days ago

Locates and notifies family of death, responds to inquiries from families and law enforcement agencies, and provides for complete transition of information from shift to shift and team to team....

Evidence Technician (Non-Civil Service)

  • San Angelo, TX
  • 22 days ago
  • San Angelo, TX
  • 22 days ago

Candidates will be subject to an extensive background investigation which includes credit history and polygraph exam....

CSU Property & Evidence Technician

  • Midland, TX
  • 90+ days ago
  • Midland, TX
  • 90+ days ago

Supports, promotes, and emulates the values of the Midland County Sheriffs Office and the law enforcement profession....

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Salary for Inspector Jobs in Texas

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

Licensing / Certification

Required or preferred licenses and certifications for Inspector positions.



Highest Education Level

Inspectors in Texas offer the following education background
Bachelor's Degree
38.3%
Master's Degree
18.1%
Associate's Degree
16.2%
High School or GED
12.4%
Vocational Degree or Certification
8.2%
Some College
3.7%
Doctorate Degree
2.5%
Some High School
0.6%


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