Police Commissioner Jobs in San Jose, CA

A Police Commissioner is a senior position within the law enforcement industry primarily responsible for setting the strategy and direction for the entire police department. This includes making plans to ensure public safety, managing financial resources, overseeing personnel matters, and representing the police force in interactions with government officials, community leaders, and the public. The Police Commissioner also plays a key role in maintaining ethical standards, ensuring accountability, and implementing community-focused policing strategies.

The commissioner should have a strong background in law enforcement, typically having served in various roles such as a Police Officer, Sergeant, Lieutenant, Captain, or even Police Chief. They must possess certifications from an accredited law enforcement academy, and higher education in criminal justice or a related field is often required. Important skills for a Police Commissioner include leadership, strategic thinking, communication, budgeting, and crisis management. They must also have an in-depth understanding of the law, police procedures, and the criminal justice system.

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Assistant Chief of Police

  • Los Altos Hills, CA (14 miles from San Jose, CA)
  • 18 days ago
  • Los Altos Hills, CA (14 miles from San Jose, CA)
  • 18 days ago

Two years of increasingly responsible experience in law enforcement, including one year in a supervisor position. Preferred Qualifications: Experience in Community Policing and Budget controls....

Executive Assistant to the Chief of Police

  • San Jose, CA
  • 30+ days ago
  • San Jose, CA
  • 30+ days ago

enforcement or campus issues as needed Interact with Federal, State, and Local law enforcement agencies at Chief's discretion Handle CSU Chiefs communications (manage Chief's inbox which has access...

Executive Assistant to the Chief of Police San Jose State University

  • San Jose, CA
  • 30+ days ago
  • San Jose, CA
  • 30+ days ago

Reporting directly to the Chief of Police, the Executive Assistant to the Chief of Police works independently performing a wide variety of specialized administrative and analytical duties and/or...

Executive Assistant to the Chief of Police

  • San Jose, CA
  • 30+ days ago
  • San Jose, CA
  • 30+ days ago

Reporting directly to the Chief of Police, the Executive Assistant to the Chief of Police works independently performing a wide variety of specialized administrative and analytical duties and/or...

Assistant Manager, Chief of Police

  • San Jose, CA
  • 45+ days ago
  • San Jose, CA
  • 45+ days ago

enforcement services and police personnel needs to proactively maintain a safe learning environment throughout the district....

Demographic Data for San Jose, CA

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Salary for Police Commissioner Jobs in San Jose, CA

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Highest Education Level

Police Commissioners in San Jose, CA offer the following education background
Master's Degree
33.4%
Bachelor's Degree
33.2%
Associate's Degree
9.7%
Vocational Degree or Certification
7.4%
High School or GED
7.3%
Doctorate Degree
6.6%
Some College
2.1%
Some High School
0.3%

Average Work Experience
Here's a breakdown of the number of years' experience offered by Police Commissioners in San Jose, CA
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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