Squad Leader Jobs in Texas

In the Law Enforcement industry, a Squad Leader is primarily responsible for overseeing a team of officers, coordinating daily operations, assigning tasks, and ensuring that all protocols and legal regulations are adhered to. They are the first line of supervision and play a crucial role in maintaining discipline, morale, and efficiency within the squad. They also liaise with higher-ranking officers and participate in decision-making processes. Squad leaders are in charge of training their team members, evaluating their performance, and providing guidance and support whenever necessary. They are also expected to lead from the front during challenging or high-risk situations.

Important skills for a Squad Leader include strong leadership and communication abilities, problem-solving skills, and the capacity to work under pressure. They should have a thorough understanding of law enforcement procedures, as well as excellent physical fitness. Depending on the specific requirements of the law enforcement agency, certain certifications may be necessary, such as in first aid or firearms training. Additionally, a Squad Leader must typically have several years of experience in law enforcement. Roles that could precede this position might include Patrol Officer, Detectives, or Field Training Officer. These roles provide the necessary exposure, skills, and experience that are crucial for effective squad leadership.

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Supervisory CBP Officer (Watch Commander - POE)

  • Brownsville, TX
  • 23 hours ago
  • Brownsville, TX
  • 23 hours ago

If you are not a current CBP employee in a law enforcement position, you may be required to take a polygraph exam and have favorable results in order to continue in the pre-employment process....

0000003250.Attorney Vii(Legal Division Director).Public Defender

  • Dallas, TX
  • 27 days ago
  • Dallas, TX
  • 27 days ago

Conducts presentations at conferences and seminars; instructs law enforcement and other criminal justice personnel in legal aspects of the criminal justice system; and speaks before community and citizen...

Firefighter Division Chief

  • Nederland, TX
  • 30+ days ago
  • Nederland, TX
  • 30+ days ago

Why Join our Team? At Vallen, we embrace what makes us unique. We thrive on the diversity of our associates and the different ways each of us contributes to Vallens success. We pride ourselves on...

Environmental Services Division Chief

  • San Antonio, TX
  • 30+ days ago
  • San Antonio, TX
  • 30+ days ago

enforcement and abatement/remediation activities....

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Salary for Squad Leader 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 Squad Leader positions.



Highest Education Level

Squad Leaders in Texas offer the following education background
Bachelor's Degree
34.2%
Master's Degree
20.0%
High School or GED
14.2%
Associate's Degree
14.2%
Vocational Degree or Certification
9.3%
Some College
3.7%
Doctorate Degree
3.5%
Some High School
0.8%

Average Work Experience
Here's a breakdown of the number of years' experience offered by Squad Leaders in Texas
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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