Bureau Chief Jobs in Mechanicsville, 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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Senior Superintendent Commercial Construction

  • Richmond, VA (15 miles from Mechanicsville, VA)
  • 3 days ago
  • Richmond, VA (15 miles from Mechanicsville, VA)
  • 3 days ago

Senior Superintendent - Commercial Construction Full-Time | Field-Based | Virginia Estimated Salary: $120,000 - $135,000/year (DOE) Are you a seasoned construction professional with a passion for...

Senior Superintendent

  • Richmond, VA (15 miles from Mechanicsville, VA)
  • 4 days ago
  • Richmond, VA (15 miles from Mechanicsville, VA)
  • 4 days 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,...

Deputy Chief of Fire and Emergency Services

  • Richmond, VA (15 miles from Mechanicsville, VA)
  • 8 days ago
  • Richmond, VA (15 miles from Mechanicsville, VA)
  • 8 days ago

This position is Unclassified and serves at the will of the Appointing Authority. The City of Richmond Department of Fire & Emergency Services - Division of Support Services is seeking a...

Assistant Chief Financial Officer

  • Mechanicsville, VA
  • 13 days ago
  • Mechanicsville, VA
  • 13 days ago

Description This position is incentive eligible. Introduction Executives thrive with us! HCA Healthcare is one of the nations leading providers of healthcare services, comprising of over 180...

Assistant Chief Financial Officer

  • Richmond, VA (15 miles from Mechanicsville, VA)
  • 13 days ago
  • Richmond, VA (15 miles from Mechanicsville, VA)
  • 13 days ago

Description This position is incentive eligible. Introduction Executives thrive with us! HCA Healthcare is one of the nation's leading providers of healthcare services, comprising of over 180...

Senior Superintendent

  • Richmond, VA (15 miles from Mechanicsville, VA)
  • 15 days ago
  • Richmond, VA (15 miles from Mechanicsville, VA)
  • 15 days ago

Senior Superintendent at Kimmel & Associates FULL TIME Job Expires: 4w 2d Job Description About the Company: Our client is a fully integrated, nationally ranked ENR Top 200 General Contractor...

Senior Superintendent - UIC Sanatu

  • Richmond, VA (15 miles from Mechanicsville, VA)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Richmond, VA (15 miles from Mechanicsville, VA)
  • 30+ days ago

UIC Government Services and the Bowhead Family of Companies Senior Superintendent - UIC Sanatu in Richmond , Virginia Overview Company Overview Ukpeagvik Inupiat Corporation (UIC) is the village...

Senior Superintendent - Healthcare

  • Richmond, VA (15 miles from Mechanicsville, VA)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Richmond, VA (15 miles from Mechanicsville, VA)
  • 30+ days ago

Job Type Full-time Description Hourigan is the go-to fully integrated construction management and development firm when it comes to managing complex projects and delivering them to the highest...

Senior Superintendent

  • Richmond, VA (15 miles from Mechanicsville, VA)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Richmond, VA (15 miles from Mechanicsville, VA)
  • 30+ days ago

Job Type Full-time Description Hourigan is the go-to fully integrated construction management and development firm when it comes to managing complex projects and delivering them to the highest...

MEP Senior Superintendent - Commercial

  • Richmond, VA (15 miles from Mechanicsville, VA)
  • 45+ days ago
  • Richmond, VA (15 miles from Mechanicsville, VA)
  • 45+ days ago

At ACI we build our company and our culture not by counting people, but by making our people count! Atlantic Constructors is seeking dynamic, motivated, career minded individuals to join our...

Demographic Data for Mechanicsville, VA

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Salary for Bureau Chief Jobs in Mechanicsville, VA

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

Highest Education Level

Bureau Chiefs in Mechanicsville, 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 Mechanicsville, 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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