Chief Detective Jobs in Richmond, VA

A Chief Detective, also known as a Detective Superintendent, plays a pivotal role in the law enforcement industry, overseeing the operations and activities of a team of detectives. Their responsibilities typically involve strategizing and implementing various investigative procedures, ensuring the accuracy of the investigation process, managing the collection and preservation of evidence, and coordinating with other law enforcement agencies. They also participate in high profile or complex investigations and supervise the preparation of case reports.

To be an effective Chief Detective, one should possess strong leadership and decision-making skills, excellent communication skills, keen attention to detail, and the ability to work under high-pressure situations. They should also be well-versed in criminal investigation processes, law enforcement protocols, and crime scene management. Certification as a Peace Officer Standards and Training (POST) is often required, along with a substantial number of years in law enforcement. Prior to becoming a Chief Detective, one may serve in roles such as a Police Officer, Detective, or Sergeant, gaining critical experience in law enforcement operations and criminal investigations.

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Senior Superintendent Commercial Construction

  • Richmond, VA
  • 3 days ago
  • Richmond, 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
  • 4 days ago
  • Richmond, 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
  • 8 days ago
  • Richmond, 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 (15 miles from Richmond, VA)
  • 13 days ago
  • Mechanicsville, VA (15 miles from Richmond, 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
  • 13 days ago
  • Richmond, 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 days ago
  • Richmond, 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
  • 30+ days ago
  • Richmond, 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
  • 30+ days ago
  • Richmond, 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
  • 30+ days ago
  • Richmond, 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
  • 45+ days ago
  • Richmond, 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 Richmond, VA

Moving to Richmond, VA? Find some basic demographic data about Richmond, VA below.


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Salary for Chief Detective Jobs in Richmond, VA

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

Highest Education Level

Chief Detectives in Richmond, 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 Chief Detectives in Richmond, 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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