Police Commissioner Jobs

A Police Commissioner is a senior position within the law enforcement industry primarily responsible for setting the strategy and direction for the entire police department. This includes making plans to ensure public safety, managing financial resources, overseeing personnel matters, and representing the police force in interactions with government officials, community leaders, and the public. The Police Commissioner also plays a key role in maintaining ethical standards, ensuring accountability, and implementing community-focused policing strategies.

The commissioner should have a strong background in law enforcement, typically having served in various roles such as a Police Officer, Sergeant, Lieutenant, Captain, or even Police Chief. They must possess certifications from an accredited law enforcement academy, and higher education in criminal justice or a related field is often required. Important skills for a Police Commissioner include leadership, strategic thinking, communication, budgeting, and crisis management. They must also have an in-depth understanding of the law, police procedures, and the criminal justice system.

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Police Chief

  • Glade Spring, VA
  • 2 days ago
  • Glade Spring, VA
  • 2 days ago

Applicants must be a certified law enforcement officer and possess prior management experience. Experience in applying, managing, and overseeing grants is a plus....

Chief of Police (Safety and Police) - District (Extended)

  • Riverside, CA
  • 2 days ago
  • Riverside, CA
  • 2 days ago

Serves as the District's community policing advocate and coordinates police activity with other law enforcement agencies; participates on state, regional and local law enforcement committees and panels...

Police Chief

  • Enfield, NC
  • 22 days ago
  • Enfield, NC
  • 22 days ago

POLICE CHIEF – Enfield Population ~2536. Located in Historic Southern Halifax County. The Police Chief will ensure the department is staffed, equipped and trained to prevent and suppress crime....

Chief of Police

  • Chisholm, MN
  • 22 days ago
  • Chisholm, MN
  • 22 days ago

The Chisholm Police Department operates from a new, state-of-the-art law enforcement center and consists of 13 dedicated professionals and a $2,300,000 department budget....

Chief of Police

  • Scotland, SD
  • 28 days ago
  • Scotland, SD
  • 28 days ago

City of Scotland, SD is seeking a knowledgeable & experienced South Dakota certified law enforcement professional to serve as full time Police Officer. SD certified required....

Deputy Police Chief

  • Buffalo, NY
  • 8 hours ago
  • Buffalo, NY
  • 8 hours ago

General knowledge of police training, communications equipment, investigative techniques, crime prevention methods, community policing, and police supervision....

Director Public Safety Operations Center

  • Charlotte, NC
  • 11 hours ago
  • Charlotte, NC
  • 11 hours ago

Primary Purpose The Director of Public Safety Communications is responsible for overseeing the development, implementation, and management of Public Safety and command strategies across Advocate...

Chief of Police

  • Camarillo, CA
  • 17 hours ago
  • Camarillo, CA
  • 17 hours ago

E Direct, coordinate and supervise compreh ensive criminal investigations....

Director, Public Safety

  • San Diego, CA
  • 1 day ago
  • San Diego, CA
  • 1 day ago

Experience in managing security operations for large public venues, major corporate security programs, or law enforcement command-level experience strongly preferred....

Deputy Police Chief

  • Longwood, FL
  • 1 day ago
  • Longwood, FL
  • 1 day ago

Consults with and advises the Chief of Police and other law enforcement officials regarding crime prevention, crime suppression, traffic safety and other law enforcement related issues and responds...

Deputy Police Chief

  • Sacramento, CA
  • 1 day ago
  • Sacramento, CA
  • 1 day ago

Certification: Must obtain appropriate POST Certificate within POST designated timeframes....

Chief of Police - City of Cheney

  • Four Lakes, WA
  • 1 day ago
  • Four Lakes, WA
  • 1 day ago

The Chief of Police serves under the general direction of the Mayor and City Administrator. The Chief is responsible for the protection of life and property and the maintenance of order within the...

Director - Public Safety

  • Chicago, IL
  • 2 days ago
  • Chicago, IL
  • 2 days ago

Forms and manages relationships with local law enforcement and other local first responders. Directs security review to determine opportunities for improvement and implements recommendations....

Associate Vice President and Chief of Police

  • Montclair, NJ
  • 3 days ago
  • Montclair, NJ
  • 3 days ago

collaborative work with outside law enforcement agencies....

NSD Chief of Police

  • Neosho, MO
  • 3 days ago
  • Neosho, MO
  • 3 days ago

Valid Missouri POST Certification Bachelor’s degree in criminal justice, law enforcement, or a related field. Strong leadership, communication, and conflict-resolution skills....

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Salary for Police Commissioner Jobs Nationwide

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Licensing / Certification

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Highest Education Level

Police Commissioners offer the following education background
Master's Degree
33.6%
Bachelor's Degree
33.1%
Associate's Degree
9.7%
Vocational Degree or Certification
7.4%
High School or GED
7.2%
Doctorate Degree
6.7%
Some College
2.1%
Some High School
0.3%

Average Work Experience
Here's a breakdown of the number of years' experience offered by Police Commissioners
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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