Commanding Officer Jobs in Arlington, VA

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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Supervisory Information Technology Specialist (Deputy Chief)

  • Washington, DC (3 miles from Arlington, VA)
  • 7 hours ago
  • Washington, DC (3 miles from Arlington, VA)
  • 7 hours ago

This position is in the Administrative Office of the U.S. Courts (AO), Department of Technology Services, Chief Operating Officer, Cloud Hosting and Networks Office (CHNO). CHNO provides...

Commercial Senior Superintendent needed

  • Herndon, VA (16 miles from Arlington, VA)
  • 13 hours ago
  • Herndon, VA (16 miles from Arlington, VA)
  • 13 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

  • Washington, DC (3 miles from Arlington, VA)
  • 21 hours ago
  • Washington, DC (3 miles from Arlington, VA)
  • 21 hours ago

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

Senior Superintendent, Data Centers

  • Sterling, VA (19 miles from Arlington, VA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Sterling, VA (19 miles from Arlington, 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...

Deputy Chief Financial Officer

  • Washington, DC (3 miles from Arlington, VA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Washington, DC (3 miles from Arlington, VA)
  • 1 day ago

This position is located in the Office of the Chief Financial Officer. The position assists the SES-level Chief Financial Officer in managing all aspects of the agency's financial management...

Assistant Chief Broadcast Engineer

  • Washington, DC (3 miles from Arlington, VA)
  • 2 days ago
  • Washington, DC (3 miles from Arlington, VA)
  • 2 days ago

Insight Global Assistant Chief Broadcast Engineer in Washington , District Of Columbia Job Description One of Insight Globals major clients are seeking an Assistant Chief Broadcast Engineer to...

Supervisory Physician (Deputy Chief Medical Officer)

  • Washington, DC (3 miles from Arlington, VA)
  • 4 days ago
  • Washington, DC (3 miles from Arlington, VA)
  • 4 days ago

Customs and Border Protection (CBP) is a federal law enforcement agency that requires all applicants to undergo a thorough background investigation prior to employment in order to promote the agency's...

Deputy Chief Operating & Financial Officer

  • Washington, DC (3 miles from Arlington, VA)
  • 4 days ago
  • Washington, DC (3 miles from Arlington, VA)
  • 4 days ago

Deputy Chief Operating & Financial Officer Remote About Community Change and Community Change Action: Community Change builds the power and capacity of low-income people, especially low-income...

Assistant Chief Engineer

  • Washington, DC (3 miles from Arlington, VA)
  • 7 days ago
  • Washington, DC (3 miles from Arlington, VA)
  • 7 days ago

I want to work for JLL. Pursuant to the Arizona Civil Rights Act, criminal convictions are not an absolute bar to employment. Pursuant to Illinois Law, applicants are not obligated to disclose...

Senior Superintendent (Water/Wastewater)

  • Ashburn, VA (23 miles from Arlington, VA)
  • 15 days ago
  • Ashburn, VA (23 miles from Arlington, 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...

Senior Superintendent

  • McLean, VA (4 miles from Arlington, VA)
  • 15 days ago
  • McLean, VA (4 miles from Arlington, VA)
  • 15 days ago

As a Senior 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...

Deputy Assistant Commandant for Resources and Deputy Chief Financial Officer

  • Washington, DC (3 miles from Arlington, VA)
  • 21 days ago
  • Washington, DC (3 miles from Arlington, VA)
  • 21 days ago

This position is located in the Assistant Commandant for Resources and Chief Financial Officer (CG-8) at the USCG Headquarters in Washington, D.C. Required Documents section of this announcement...

Deputy Chief Facilities Engineer (Job ID: 2025-3599)

  • Washington, DC (3 miles from Arlington, VA)
  • 25 days ago
  • Washington, DC (3 miles from Arlington, VA)
  • 25 days ago

Overview Join one of the most influential, most quoted and most trusted think tanks! The Brookings Institution is a nonprofit public policy organization based in Washington, DC. Our mission is to...

Executive Assistant, Chief Communications and Marketing Officer

  • Washington, DC (3 miles from Arlington, VA)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Washington, DC (3 miles from Arlington, VA)
  • 30+ days ago

Position Summary : The Executive Assistant, Chief Communications and Marketing Officer provides executive-level support to the Chief Communications and Marketing Officer (CCMO) of the National...

Deputy Chief Engineer (Job ID: 2025-3599)

  • Washington, DC (3 miles from Arlington, VA)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Washington, DC (3 miles from Arlington, VA)
  • 30+ days ago

Overview Join one of the most influential, most quoted and most trusted think tanks! The Brookings Institution is a nonprofit public policy organization based in Washington, DC. Our mission is to...

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Salary for Commanding Officer Jobs in Arlington, VA

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

Highest Education Level

Commanding Officers in Arlington, VA 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 Arlington, 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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