Chief Detective Jobs in Virginia

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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Commercial Senior Superintendent needed

  • Herndon, VA
  • 11 hours ago
  • Herndon, VA
  • 11 hours 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 - UIC Sanatu

  • Richmond, VA
  • 20 hours ago
  • Richmond, VA
  • 20 hours 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, Data Centers

  • Sterling, VA
  • 1 day ago
  • Sterling, VA
  • 1 day ago

Overview About Suffolk Suffolk is a national enterprise that builds, innovates and invests. Suffolk is an end-to-end business that provides value throughout the entire project lifecycle by...

Senior Superintendent - Healthcare

  • Richmond, VA
  • 10 days ago
  • Richmond, VA
  • 10 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...

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Senior Superintendent

  • Richmond, VA
  • 10 days ago
  • Richmond, VA
  • 10 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
  • 14 days ago
  • Richmond, VA
  • 14 days ago

As a 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 oversee...

Business Torts Life Sciences Major Case Specialist

  • Richmond, VA
  • 14 days ago
  • Richmond, VA
  • 14 days ago

Directly investigate each claim through prompt and strategically-appropriate contact with appropriate parties such as policyholders, accounts, claimants, law enforcement agencies, witnesses, agents,...

Senior Superintendent (Water/Wastewater)

  • Ashburn, VA
  • 15 days ago
  • Ashburn, VA
  • 15 days ago

The Senior Superintendent in the Clark Water Group oversees all field operations on a project to ensure that self-performed and subcontracted trade work is in compliance with contract documents...

MEP Senior Superintendent - Commercial

  • Richmond, VA
  • 17 days ago
  • Richmond, VA
  • 17 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...

Senior Superintendent

  • Blacksburg, VA
  • 20 days ago
  • Blacksburg, VA
  • 20 days ago

As a 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 oversee...

Construction Senior Superintendent

  • Virginia Beach, VA
  • 30+ days ago
  • Virginia Beach, VA
  • 30+ days ago

Overview Archer Western a member of The Walsh Group is currently seeking a Construction Senior Project Superintendent for our Mid Atlantic Heavy Civil Group, projects in and around the Southeast...

Chief Deputy Assessor

  • VA
  • 45+ days ago
  • VA
  • 45+ days ago

Chief Deputy Assessor Salary $83,634.00 - $95,000.00 Annually Location Virginia, VA Job Type Full-Time Job Number 55555-130 Department Real Estate Assessment Opening Date 01/24/2025 Position...

Deputy Chief of Community Corrections

  • Winchester, VA
  • 60+ days ago
  • Winchester, VA
  • 60+ days ago

Youll work closely with judicial and law enforcement agencies and provide leadership to a dedicated team....

Summary: Floor Staff team members are classified based on individual theatre needs, and/or employee availability, as either variable hour, part-time fixed, part-time regular or full-time hourly...

Assistant Chief Engineer

  • Roanoke, VA
  • 60+ days ago
  • Roanoke, VA
  • 60+ days ago

The Assistant Chief Engineer will assist with overseeing the day-to-day operations of the Engineering Department and is responsible for the maintenance of all broadcast technology and equipment at...

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Salary for Chief Detective Jobs in Virginia

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

Highest Education Level

Chief Detectives in Virginia offer the following education background
Bachelor's Degree
34.9%
Master's Degree
21.1%
High School or GED
15.8%
Associate's Degree
13.4%
Vocational Degree or Certification
6.6%
Doctorate Degree
4.5%
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 Virginia
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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