Bureau Chief Jobs in Alexandria, VA

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 of Environmental Resources

  • La Plata, MD (21 miles from Alexandria, VA)
  • 7 hours ago
  • La Plata, MD (21 miles from Alexandria, VA)
  • 7 hours ago

Summary We are hiring! Charles County Government is currently recruiting for an Assistant Chief of Environmental Resources to become a part of the Department of Department of Public Works team....

Assistant Chief of Accounting

  • La Plata, MD (21 miles from Alexandria, VA)
  • 7 hours ago
  • La Plata, MD (21 miles from Alexandria, VA)
  • 7 hours ago

Summary We are hiring! Charles County Government is currently recruiting for an Assistant Chief of Accounting to become a part of the Department of Fiscal & Administrative Services team. The...

Regional Deputy Chief Immigration Judge

  • Falls Church, VA (5 miles from Alexandria, VA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Falls Church, VA (5 miles from Alexandria, VA)
  • 1 day ago

Regional Deputy Chief Immigration Judge Hiring Organization Executive Office for Immigration Review (EOIR) Hiring Office Office of the Chief Immigration Judge Job ID DE-12722091-25-MS Location:...

Deputy Commissioner

  • Fairfax, VA (21 miles from Alexandria, VA)
  • 2 days ago
  • Fairfax, VA (21 miles from Alexandria, VA)
  • 2 days ago

Title: Deputy Commissioner State Role Title: Deputy Commissioner Hiring Range: The Deputy Commissioner has a starting salary of $142,055. Pay Band: UG Agency: VA Workers' Compensation Comm...

Deputy Chief Information Officer

  • Rockville, MD (19 miles from Alexandria, VA)
  • 3 days ago
  • Rockville, MD (19 miles from Alexandria, VA)
  • 3 days ago

The Deputy Chief Information Officer (DCIO) performs complex professional and administrative work under the direction of, and in concert with, the Chief Information Officer (CIO), and acts for the...

Commercial Construction Senior Superintendent - Base Building

  • Falls Church, VA (5 miles from Alexandria, VA)
  • 5 days ago
  • Falls Church, VA (5 miles from Alexandria, VA)
  • 5 days 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...

Deputy Chief Information Officer

  • Rockville, MD (19 miles from Alexandria, VA)
  • 5 days ago
  • Rockville, MD (19 miles from Alexandria, VA)
  • 5 days ago

The Deputy Chief Information Officer (DCIO) performs complex professional and administrative work under the direction of, and in concert with, the Chief Information Officer (CIO), and acts for the...

Deputy Chief of Party / Transaction Advisor

  • Arlington, VA (5 miles from Alexandria, VA)
  • 6 days ago
  • Arlington, VA (5 miles from Alexandria, VA)
  • 6 days ago

Company Description Work with Us. Change the World. At AECOM, we're delivering a better world. Whether improving your commute, keeping the lights on, providing access to clean water, or...

ATHENA Mission Commander

  • Fairfax, VA (21 miles from Alexandria, VA)
  • 6 days ago
  • Fairfax, VA (21 miles from Alexandria, VA)
  • 6 days ago

Acts as a Mission Commander (MC) supporting program flight operations as an Intelligence, Surveillance and Reconnaissance (ISR) Subject Matter Expert (SME) working in a small, close-knit crew...

Deputy Chief Development Officer

  • Washington, DC (5 miles from Alexandria, VA)
  • 7 days ago
  • Washington, DC (5 miles from Alexandria, VA)
  • 7 days ago

Seeking a collaborative fundraising leader with a passion for fiscal policy, anti-poverty programs, and racial justice to create and drive new revenue streams, expand our community of funding...

Deputy Chief Development Officer (Center on Budget and Policy Priorities)

  • Washington, DC (5 miles from Alexandria, VA)
  • 19 days ago
  • Washington, DC (5 miles from Alexandria, VA)
  • 19 days ago

POSITION ANNOUNCEMENT Organization: Center on Budget and Policy Priorities (CBPP) Position: Deputy Chief Development Officer (Deputy CDO) Salary Range: $150,000 - $170,000 (commensurate with...

Assistant Chief Engineer

  • Washington, DC (5 miles from Alexandria, VA)
  • 20 days ago
  • Washington, DC (5 miles from Alexandria, VA)
  • 20 days ago

Job Title Assistant Chief Engineer Job Description Summary Responsible to ensure the proper efficient operations and maintenance of the mechanical electrical and plumbing systems for the assigned...

Commercial Construction Senior Superintendent - Government

  • Falls Church, VA (5 miles from Alexandria, VA)
  • 21 days ago
  • Falls Church, VA (5 miles from Alexandria, VA)
  • 21 days 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...

Commercial Senior Superintendent needed

  • Herndon, VA (20 miles from Alexandria, VA)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Herndon, VA (20 miles from Alexandria, VA)
  • 30+ days ago

SENIOR SUPERINTENDENT-Commercial Construction Our Client is a quickly growing, full-service Commercial General Contractor in the area seeking a Senior Superintendent that will coordinate all site...

Senior Superintendent

  • Alexandria, VA
  • 45+ days ago
  • Alexandria, VA
  • 45+ days ago

As a Senior Superintendent, you will leverage your capacity for innovation and problem-solving to lead field operations to ensure an exceptional project is delivered to our clients. You will...

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Salary for Bureau Chief Jobs in Alexandria, VA

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Highest Education Level

Bureau Chiefs in Alexandria, VA 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 in Alexandria, VA
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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