Commanding Officer Jobs in Massachusetts

A Commanding Officer in the law enforcement industry oversees the operations of a law enforcement unit, ensuring all activities are in line with the department's policies and the law. They are responsible for managing the personnel under their command, making critical decisions in high-pressure situations, and coordinating with other departments or agencies as necessary. Duties may also include developing and implementing strategic plans, managing budgets, and conducting performance evaluations.

Key skills required for this role include leadership, decision-making, communication, and problem-solving abilities. They should be adept at handling high-stress situations, and have a deep understanding of law enforcement procedures and policies. They should also hold a Police Officer Standards and Training (POST) certification or equivalent, and preferably, a degree in criminal justice, public administration, or a related field. Prior to becoming a Commanding Officer, a person may have roles as a Patrol Officer, Sergeant, or Lieutenant within the law enforcement industry.

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Senior Superintendent - UIC Sanatu

  • Boston, MA
  • 17 hours ago
  • Boston, MA
  • 17 hours ago

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

Senior Superintendent- Rhode Island

  • Boston, MA
  • 2 days ago
  • Boston, MA
  • 2 days ago

Overview At Shawmut Design and Construction, were proud that the culture weve built as a 100% employee-owned company as we have been recognized with over 83 Best Place to Work awards. Including...

Deputy Chief of Public Safety - Curry College

  • Milton, MA
  • 4 days ago
  • Milton, MA
  • 4 days ago

The candidate would have obtained their POST Certification by having completed a Municipal Police Training Committee (MPTC) Basic Recruit Officer Academy and/or obtained a permanent exemption from the...

Summer Intern - Child Support - Deputy Commissioner's Office

  • Boston, MA
  • 7 days ago
  • Boston, MA
  • 7 days ago

Agency Overview The Department of Revenue's core mission is to collect the revenues required to support the business of the Commonwealth, to make a difference in the lives of children by enforcing...

PM X/Deputy Chief of Staff

  • Milford, MA
  • 16 days ago
  • Milford, MA
  • 16 days ago

Duties\: The Deputy Chief of Staff will assist the Chief of Staff by ensuring that the Commissioner's vision, goals, and department mission are being met. The Deputy Chief will assist with...

Senior Superintendent - Boston

  • Boston, MA
  • 17 days ago
  • Boston, MA
  • 17 days ago

Senior Superintendent - Boston Boston, MA Position Description: The Senior Superintendent's primary role is to site supervise, oversee, plan and ensure the success of the construction job....

Deputy Chief of Staff

  • Boston, MA
  • 23 days ago
  • Boston, MA
  • 23 days ago

MassHealth is seeking a strategic and mission-oriented Deputy Chief of Staff. The selected candidate will work on high-priority initiatives across the organization, as project manager, strategic...

Deputy Chief Operating Officer of Hosting Services

  • Chelsea, MA
  • 23 days ago
  • Chelsea, MA
  • 23 days ago

The Executive Office of Technology Services and Security (EOTSS) is the lead enterprise technology organization for the Commonwealth of Massachusetts. Charged with driving the ongoing alignment of...

Remote Work

Assistant Chief Nursing Officer (RN) FT | PAM Health Specialty Hospital of Stoughton Location US-MA-Stoughton ID 2025-61961 Category Management Position Type Full-Time Overview PAM Health...

Deputy Chief of Strategic Operations - Program Manager VII

  • Boston, MA
  • 30+ days ago
  • Boston, MA
  • 30+ days ago

Deputy Chief of Strategic Operations - Program Manager VII (2500001O) Job Description Deputy Chief of Strategic Operations - Program Manager VII - (2500001O) Description Who We Are: The Executive...

Who We Are: The Executive Office of Energy and Environmental Affairs (EEA) seeks to protect, preserve, and enhance Massachusetts' environmental resources and create a clean energy future for all...

Senior Superintendent - Solar Construction

  • Braintree, MA
  • 30+ days ago
  • Braintree, MA
  • 30+ days ago

The Superintendent works alongside Project Operations and Field Management to foster great client relationships, develop our employees, and oversee the construction of safe, high quality,...

Senior Superintendent

  • Boston, MA
  • 30+ days ago
  • Boston, MA
  • 30+ days ago

Dimeo Construction Company Senior Superintendent in Boston , Massachusetts General The Senior Superintendent has the overall schedule responsibility and operational success of multiple or singular...

The new address of this position will be 1 Federal Street, Boston, MA 02110 in March 2025. About the Organization\: The Division of Occupational Licensure (DOL), an agency within the Office of...

Deputy Chief, Rulings and Regulations

  • Boston, MA
  • 45+ days ago
  • Boston, MA
  • 45+ days ago

Agency Overview \: The Department of Revenue's core mission is to collect the revenues required to support the business of the Commonwealth, to make a difference in the lives of children by...

Demographic Data for Massachusetts

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Salary for Commanding Officer Jobs in Massachusetts

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

Highest Education Level

Commanding Officers in Massachusetts 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 Commanding Officers in Massachusetts
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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