Commanding Officer Jobs in Tennessee

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

  • Nashville, TN
  • 17 hours ago
  • Nashville, TN
  • 17 hours ago

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

Senior Superintendent (Water/Wastewater)

  • Hixson, TN
  • 21 days ago
  • Hixson, TN
  • 21 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...

Senior Superintendent (Water/Wastewater)

  • Hixson, TN
  • 24 days ago
  • Hixson, TN
  • 24 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...

Senior Superintendent - Bridges & Highways

  • Memphis, TN
  • 27 days ago
  • Memphis, TN
  • 27 days ago

Responsibilities Brasfield & Gorrie, a leading General Contractor in the Southeast, is searching for experienced, traveling Superintendents to join our growing heavy civil teams to run large...

Market Assistant Chief Financial Officer (ACFO)

  • Brentwood, TN
  • 28 days ago
  • Brentwood, TN
  • 28 days ago

LifePoint Health has opportunities for a Market Assistant Chief Financial Officer (ACFO) over Havasu Regional Medical Center (Lake Havasu City, AZ), and Valley View Medical Cente r (Fort Mohave,...

Senior Superintendent - Industrial and Manufacturing

  • Nashville, TN
  • 29 days ago
  • Nashville, TN
  • 29 days ago

Responsibilities Brasfield & Gorrie, a leading General Contractor in the Southeast, is searching for experienced, traveling Superintendents to join our growing industrial and manufacturing team....

Senior Superintendent

  • Nashville, TN
  • 30+ days ago
  • Nashville, TN
  • 30+ days ago

Seni Superintendent Nashville, Tennessee Construction Operations 8567 Job Description Responsibilities Brasfield & Grie is searching f a Seni Superintendent. A successful candidate should ideally...

Traveling Senior Superintendent - MSG - Data Centers

  • Memphis, TN
  • 30+ days ago
  • Memphis, TN
  • 30+ days ago

Division: Critical Facilities-Data Centers Project Location(s): Memphis, TN 37501 USA Minimum Years Experience: Travel Involved: Job Type: RegularJob Classification: ExperiencedEducation:Job...

Assistant Chief Pilot

  • Smyrna, TN
  • 30+ days ago
  • Smyrna, TN
  • 30+ days ago

Job Details Job Location : Contour Aviation Headquarters - Smyrna, TN Position Type : Full Time Education Level : 2 Year Degree Salary Range : Undisclosed Travel Percentage : Negligible Job Shift...

Assistant Chief Nursing Officer

  • Knoxville, TN
  • 30+ days ago
  • Knoxville, TN
  • 30+ days ago

Conveniently located on Parkside Drive in Turkey Creek, Turkey Creek Medical Center offers a range of services in the heart of Knoxville, Tennessee. The Knoxville hospital features a 24/7...

Executive Assistant for Chief Media Officer

  • Franklin, TN
  • 45+ days ago
  • Franklin, TN
  • 45+ days ago

Overview Are you a master of organization, a pro at multitasking, and someone who thrives in a fast-paced environment? As the Executive Assistant to the Chief Media Officer, you'll be the trusted...

Senior Superintendent - Heavy Civil/Utility

  • Nashville, TN
  • 45+ days ago
  • Nashville, TN
  • 45+ days ago

Responsibilities Brasfield & Gorrie is searching for a Superintendent for Heavy Civil/Utilities construction. A successful candidate should ideally have commerical construction experience and can...

Deputy Chief Information Officer

  • Memphis, TN
  • 60+ days ago
  • Memphis, TN
  • 60+ days ago

Southwest Tennessee Community College is a comprehensive, multicultural, public, open-access college. Southwest has 7 campuses/centers from which it offers over 100 programs and over 20 technical...

Analyst, Research

  • Nashville, TN
  • 60+ days ago
  • Nashville, TN
  • 60+ days ago

I want to work for JLL. Accepting applications on an ongoing basis until candidate identified. Activate your Personal Job Alerts now and receive opportunities as soon as they are advertised. If...

Senior Superintendent

  • Franklin, TN
  • 90+ days ago
  • Franklin, TN
  • 90+ days ago

Job Overview Skanska is searching for a dynamic Senior Superintendent. This is a great opportunity to start a career with a company that builds things that matter and values its team. We are proud...

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Salary for Commanding Officer Jobs in Tennessee

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

Highest Education Level

Commanding Officers in Tennessee 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 Tennessee
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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