Bureau Chief Jobs

A Bureau Chief in the law enforcement industry oversees the operations of a specific department or bureau within a law enforcement agency. They are responsible for the administration, planning, and direction of their department's activities. They coordinate and manage investigations, review and analyze crime data, develop policies and procedures, and ensure their department's compliance with laws and regulations. They may also engage in public relations, acting as a spokesperson for their department. A Bureau Chief must maintain effective relationships with other law enforcement agencies, government organizations, and the community.

The Bureau Chief should possess strong leadership and communication skills, and have an in-depth understanding of law enforcement principles, practices, and procedures. They should also have knowledge of the criminal justice system, crime prevention techniques, and emergency response planning. Besides, they should have strong analytical and problem-solving skills. The necessary certifications include a degree in Criminal Justice, Law Enforcement, or a related field. Depending upon the specific requirements of an agency, certification from the Federal Bureau of Investigation National Academy or similar may be required. Experience ranks high for this role; therefore potential candidates would have held roles such as Police Officer, Sergeant, and Lieutenant before stepping into the role of a Bureau Chief.

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Assistant Chief Engineer

  • Boston, MA
  • 10 hours ago
  • Boston, MA
  • 10 hours ago

Job Title Assistant Chief Engineer Job Description Summary Responsible to assist the Chief Engineer with the planning, implementation, coordination, and supervision of mechanical operations,...

Deputy Chief

  • New York, NY
  • 12 hours ago
  • New York, NY
  • 12 hours ago

capacity and Law Enforcement Certifications proficient in the use of computers, knowledge of Microsoft Word, Excel and Outlook....

Senior Superintendent - Datacenter

  • Atlanta, GA
  • 12 hours ago
  • Atlanta, GA
  • 12 hours ago

Position: Sr. Superintendent - Datacenter Location: Atlanta Yates is proud to be an industry leader in construction and engineering services. To be a top of class organization, Yates is dedicated...

Assistant Chief Engineer

  • Miami, FL
  • 12 hours ago
  • Miami, FL
  • 12 hours ago

Get to know us: NOVO Health Services offers linen management solutions to the healthcare industry. NOVO Health keenly focuses on safety and infection control and provides its partner hospitals...

Major Of Corr Off

  • Palestine, TX
  • 13 hours ago
  • Palestine, TX
  • 13 hours ago

Six years full-time, wage-earning correctional custody or law enforcement experience to include three years in the supervision of employees....

Senior Superintendent

  • Richmond, VA
  • 13 hours ago
  • Richmond, VA
  • 13 hours ago

Summary Balfour Beatty Construction is seeking a Senior Superintendent to join our team in Richmond Virginia. This role helps provide overall leadership for on-site field administration,...

Attorney, Assistant Chief Counsel

  • West Sacramento, CA
  • 13 hours ago
  • West Sacramento, CA
  • 13 hours ago

Job Description and Duties This position is Hybrid and eligible for telework in accordance with the Statewide Telework Policy, and will be required to report to the office as needed/required. The...

DEPUTY CHIEF INFORMATION OFFICER Central Michigan University

  • Mount Pleasant, MI
  • 17 hours ago
  • Mount Pleasant, MI
  • 17 hours ago

DEPUTY CHIEF INFORMATION OFFICER Position Number: S-3603 Position Summary: Reporting to the Central Michigan Universitys (CMU) Vice President for Information Technology and Chief Information...

Chief Deputy Treasurer

  • Colorado Springs, CO
  • 1 day ago
  • Colorado Springs, CO
  • 1 day ago

Chief Deputy Treasurer Lead with Integrity. Serve with Purpose. Are you a strategic thinker passionate about public service and financial stewardship? El Paso County is seeking a Chief Deputy...

Senior Superintendent - Healthcare

  • Temple, TX
  • 1 day ago
  • Temple, TX
  • 1 day ago

The Senior Superintendent - Healthcare is a critical field leadership position and is foundational to our projects success and safety. The Senior Superintendent will oversee construction of a...

Commercial Construction Senior Superintendent - Base Building

  • Falls Church, VA
  • 1 day ago
  • Falls Church, VA
  • 1 day ago

Every day, our team members do amazing things in pursuit of our shared purpose to build trust with our clients, partners, subcontractors, and teammates. No matter your background, education, or...

Senior Superintendent - J14300

  • Arvada, CO
  • 1 day ago
  • Arvada, CO
  • 1 day ago

Compensation Range:$130,000.00 - $150,000.00 Annual SalaryJob Description Summary:Supervision of the construction project resulting in successful projectcompletionJob Description:POSITION...

Senior Superintendent

  • San Antonio, TX
  • 1 day ago
  • San Antonio, TX
  • 1 day ago

Senior Superintendent A Senior Superintendent is the primary jobsite supervisor with operational responsibility for employees involved in the installation, alteration, addition, and/or repair of...

Assistant Chief Counsel

  • Sacramento, CA
  • 1 day ago
  • Sacramento, CA
  • 1 day ago

and Duties This position is Hybrid and eligible for telework in accordance with the Statewide Telework Policy, and will be required to report to the office as needed/required. The successful...

Deputy Chief Engineer

  • Aiken, SC
  • 1 day ago
  • Aiken, SC
  • 1 day ago

Job Description The purpose of this position is to provide the essential administrative processes, technical knowledge, and direction as listed. This position has oversight of a specific area, and...

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Salary for Bureau Chief Jobs Nationwide

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

Highest Education Level

Bureau Chiefs offer the following education background
Bachelor's Degree
34.5%
Master's Degree
21.4%
High School or GED
15.6%
Associate's Degree
13.5%
Vocational Degree or Certification
6.6%
Doctorate Degree
4.6%
Some College
2.9%
Some High School
0.8%

Average Work Experience
Here's a breakdown of the number of years' experience offered by Bureau Chiefs
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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