Watch Commander Jobs

A Watch Commander is a pivotal role in the law enforcement industry responsible for overseeing all operations within a policing unit during a specific shift. This position monitors the status of all officers and cases, ensures effective communication between departments, and maintains the safety and wellbeing of officers and the public. In addition to this, they are tasked with making crucial decisions during emergencies, evaluating the performance of officers, and providing guidance and support where necessary.

A Watch Commander should possess strong leadership, decision-making, and communication skills. They should also have a thorough understanding of law enforcement procedures, policies, and regulations. Certifications in areas such as Criminal Justice or Law Enforcement Administration, coupled with extensive on-the-job training, are highly desirable. Prior to becoming a Watch Commander, an individual may serve in roles such as a Patrol Officer, Police Sergeant, or Lieutenant, gaining the necessary experience and knowledge to effectively manage a team of law enforcement officers.

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Airport Public Safety Supervisor

Under direction, supervises, trains, and directs subordinates in the Airport Public Safety Division engaged in aviation security, law enforcement and aircraft rescue and firefighting operations....

Shift Supervisor

  • Cranberry Twp, PA
  • 27 days ago
  • Cranberry Twp, PA
  • 27 days ago

Job Summary As a GetGo Crew Lead, you will exceed customer and Team Member needs and expectations by providing safe, efficient, accurate and pleasant shopping, purchasing and food services in...

Registered Nurse Shift Supervisor 3A Ante Full Time Days SLB

  • San Antonio, TX
  • 28 days ago
  • San Antonio, TX
  • 28 days ago

POSITION SUMMARY This position is part of the departmental leadership team that provides clinical supervision on a shift basis including: coordination and assignment of patient care; functions as...

Crew Lead

  • Middletown, IN
  • 30+ days ago
  • Middletown, IN
  • 30+ days ago

Job Summary As a GetGo Crew Lead, you will exceed customer and Team Member needs and expectations by providing safe, efficient, accurate and pleasant shopping, purchasing and food services in...

RN Shift Supervisor Labor and Delivery Full Time Nights Westover Hills

  • Balcones Heights, TX
  • 30+ days ago
  • Balcones Heights, TX
  • 30+ days ago

Position Summary This position is part of the departmental leadership team that provides clinical supervision on a shift basis including: coordination and assignment of patient care; functions as...

Night Shift Supervisor

  • Monaca, PA
  • 30+ days ago
  • Monaca, PA
  • 30+ days ago

Job Summary As a GetGo Night Crew Lead, you will exceed customer and Team Member needs and expectations by providing safe, efficient, accurate and pleasant shopping, purchasing and food services....

shift supervisor - Store# 11844, I-15 & BROADWAY- IDAHO FALLS

  • Idaho Falls, ID
  • 60+ days ago
  • Idaho Falls, ID
  • 60+ days ago

Join us and inspire with every cup! At Starbucks, its all about connection. People are at the heart of who we are, especially the people that are a part of our store team. We connect with each...

Unarmed Guard / Patrol Supervisor

  • Tucson, AZ
  • 4 hours ago
  • Tucson, AZ
  • 4 hours ago

Central Alarm Security is HIRING for full/part time, days, swings, and graveyard shifts. Weekend Office Assistant NEEDED. Must have a valid unarmed guard card as well as a valid drivers license....

Manager II, (Risk Management Division Chief, Grade M2)

  • Rockville, MD
  • 8 hours ago
  • Rockville, MD
  • 8 hours ago

Anticipated salary range upon hire: $110,403 - $194,974 WHO WE ARE Montgomery County is one of Maryland's outstanding places to live and work. With the largest population in Maryland at over one...

Overnight Public Safety Supervisor

  • Miami Beach, FL
  • 1 day ago
  • Miami Beach, FL
  • 1 day ago

First responders: Collaborate with local law enforcement during emergencies or as needed to address the specific security needs of the facility....

Supervisory Cbp Officer (Watch Commander)

  • Miami, FL
  • 1 day ago
  • Miami, FL
  • 1 day ago

For additional information on the preemployment process, review the following link: Applicant Resources | CBP Careers Polygraph Examination: The SUPERVISORY CBP OFFICER (WATCH COMMANDER) position is...

Criminal Division Chief Assistant Tribal Prosecutor

  • Durant, OK
  • 4 days ago
  • Durant, OK
  • 4 days ago

Maintain good inter-departmental relations and communication with the judicial department, Children and Family Services, state offices, law enforcement and legal departments....

Overnight Public Safety Supervisor Full-Time Miami Beach Convention Center

  • Miami Beach, FL
  • 4 days ago
  • Miami Beach, FL
  • 4 days ago

First responders: Collaborate with local law enforcement during emergencies or as needed to address the specific security needs of the facility....

Senior Project Squad Leader (Civil Engineer IV)

  • Effingham, IL
  • 4 days ago
  • Effingham, IL
  • 4 days ago

Agency: Department of Transportation Position Title: Civil Engineer IV Closing Date/Time: 04/02/2025 Salary: Anticipated Starting Salary $6,281 Monthly; Full Range $6,281 - $9,792 Monthly Job...

Division Chief

  • Austin, TX
  • 4 days ago
  • Austin, TX
  • 4 days ago

Posting Title Division Chief Job Requisition Number COA093376 Position Number 100816 Job Type Full-Time Division Name City Attorney Minimum Qualifications Education and/or Equivalent Experience:...

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The Great Commanders
The Great Commanders is an award-winning expert portrait of six men: Alexander the Great, Julius Caesar, Horatio Nelson, Napoleon Bonaparte, Ulysses S. Grant, and Georgi Zhukov. Their military...
Fire Watch Course
Every year, many workplace fires occur as a result of hot work including cutting, welding and other work that generates heat and sparks. Hot work is often being done without an adequate fire watch...
Watching the weather
This free course, Watching the weather, describes how meteorological observations are made looking upwards from the surface of the Earth, looking downwards from satellites in space and from...

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Salary for Watch Commander Jobs Nationwide

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Licensing / Certification

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Highest Education Level

Watch Commanders offer the following education background
Bachelor's Degree
33.5%
Master's Degree
20.1%
High School or GED
14.5%
Associate's Degree
14.2%
Vocational Degree or Certification
9.4%
Some College
3.9%
Doctorate Degree
3.6%
Some High School
0.8%

Average Work Experience
Here's a breakdown of the number of years' experience offered by Watch Commanders
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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