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First-Line Supervisors of Police and Detectives

Directly supervise and coordinate activities of members of police force.

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Salary Breakdown

First-Line Supervisors of Police and Detectives

Average

$98,610

ANNUAL

$47.41

HOURLY

Entry Level

$61,930

ANNUAL

$29.77

HOURLY

Mid Level

$98,870

ANNUAL

$47.53

HOURLY

Expert Level

$128,710

ANNUAL

$61.88

HOURLY

Program Recommendations

First-Line Supervisors of Police and Detectives

Chandler-Gilbert Community College (MCCCD)

Administration of Justice

Education

Associate's Degree

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Estrella Mountain Community College (MCCCD)

Administration of Justice

Education

Associate's Degree

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Glendale Community College (MCCCD)

Administration of Justice

Education

Associate's Degree

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Phoenix College (MCCCD)

Administration of Justice

Education

Associate's Degree

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Paradise Valley Community College (MCCCD)

Administration of Justice

Education

Associate's Degree

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Rio Salado College (MCCCD)

Administration of Justice

Education

Associate's Degree

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Projected Jobs

First-Line Supervisors of Police and Detectives

1,970

Projected job openings through 2030

Top Expected Tasks

First-Line Supervisors of Police and Detectives

01

Supervise and coordinate the investigation of criminal cases, offering guidance and expertise to investigators, and ensuring that procedures are conducted in accordance with laws and regulations.

02

Explain police operations to subordinates to assist them in performing their job duties.

03

Train staff in proper police work procedures.

04

Investigate and resolve personnel problems within organization and charges of misconduct against staff.

05

Inform personnel of changes in regulations and policies, implications of new or amended laws, and new techniques of police work.

06

Maintain logs, prepare reports, and direct the preparation, handling, and maintenance of departmental records.

07

Cooperate with court personnel and officials from other law enforcement agencies and testify in court, as necessary.

08

Direct collection, preparation, and handling of evidence and personal property of prisoners.

09

Monitor and evaluate the job performance of subordinates, and authorize promotions and transfers.

10

Review contents of written orders to ensure adherence to legal requirements.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

First-Line Supervisors of Police and Detectives

Common knowledge, skills & abilities needed to get a foot in the door.

KNOWLEDGE

Law and Government

KNOWLEDGE

Public Safety and Security

KNOWLEDGE

English Language

KNOWLEDGE

Psychology

KNOWLEDGE

Administration and Management

SKILL

Active Listening

SKILL

Coordination

SKILL

Critical Thinking

SKILL

Management of Personnel Resources

SKILL

Monitoring

ABILITY

Oral Expression

ABILITY

Oral Comprehension

ABILITY

Problem Sensitivity

ABILITY

Written Comprehension

ABILITY

Deductive Reasoning

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