Chief of Police

A Chief of Police leads a police force, ensuring the safety and security of the community. You might work in a city, town, or regional area, overseeing law enforcement operations and managing police personnel. Chiefs of Police focus on crime prevention, public safety, and maintaining order. You’ll develop strategies, implement policies, and coordinate with government agencies to address criminal activities and community concerns.

As a Chief of Police, you play a crucial role in community well-being. You’ll need to be decisive and possess strong leadership skills, with the ability to communicate effectively with officers, government officials, and the public. You’ll also ensure that your team operates within legal frameworks and upholds public trust.

Future demand Medium
Average yearly income $130,000
Skill level Advanced

How do I become a chief of police?

All skill levels Beginner Experienced

Bachelor of Criminology and Justice

Blended
3 years
$0 - $49,050
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
BSB50320

Diploma of Human Resource Management

Blended, Online, Traineeship
12 - 24 months
$0 - $4,095
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
BSB50820

Diploma of Project Management

Online
12 - 18 months
$0 - $6,318
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
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  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Project Administrator Project Manager Project Officer Scheduler IT Project Manager Project Coordinator Regional Manager Governance Coordinator ICT Project Manager Digital Project Manager Corporate Services Manager Senior Risk Manager Park Manager Wind Turbine Engineer Investigation Manager National Security Adviser Field Engineer Innovation Coordinator Chief Innovation Officer Data Analytics Consultant Logistician Innovation Manager Purchasing Officer Quality Assurance Engineer Data Consultant Strata Manager Planning Officer Student Experience Officer Regional Coordinator Conservation Manager Real Estate Agency Manager Sustainable Farmer Automated Tester IT Auditor Resilience Officer Head of Procurement Infrastructure Engineer Engineering Technician Operations Officer Gym Manager Fitness Centre Manager Conference Manager Event Director Exhibition Manager Tour Operations Manager Drilling Supervisor Plant Supervisor Plant Manager Project Manager (Police Force) Facilities Manager Technical Project Manager Maintenance Manager Scrum Master Change And Communications Manager Policy Researcher Public Service Officer International Marketing Specialist International Project Manager Program Analyst Film Producer Strategic Advisor Transport Manager Film and TV Production Manager Broadcast Production Manager Video Production Manager Project Scheduler Program Leader Technical Manager Operations Analyst Supply Chain Analyst Strategy Manager Inventory Planner Supply and Distribution Manager Change Management Consultant Marketing Project Manager Design Manager Electrical Estimator Electrical Project Manager Client Side Project Manager Business Process Analyst Project Director Senior Business Analyst BIM Manager Property Development Manager Continuous Improvement Manager Chief of Police Police Sergeant Aviation Consultant Contract Specialist Digital Transformation Manager Chief Data Officer Nurse Manager Quality Control Manager Construction Planner Drilling Engineer Site Manager Program Evaluator PMO Manager Research and Development Manager Executive Manager Business Architect Sustainability Manager IT Operations Manager Advertising Account Manager Economics Consultant Investment Banking Analyst Senior Project Manager Chief Project Officer Promotions Manager Employee Relations Manager + 107 more

Bachelor of Criminology

Blended, On Campus
3 years
$0 - $91,200
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
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