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First-Line Supervisors of Police and Detectives
Description
Directly supervise and coordinate activities of members of police force.
Common Tasks
- Explain police operations to subordinates to assist them in performing their job duties.
- Inform personnel of changes in regulations and policies, implications of new or amended laws, and new techniques of police work.
- 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.
- Investigate and resolve personnel problems within organization and charges of misconduct against staff.
- Train staff in proper police work procedures.
Required Education
High school diploma or equivalent
Wages
In 2016 the mean hourly wage in the Greater Sacramento area was $61.95 . The hourly rate for this occupation typically paid between $40.78 and $77.66 .
In 2016 the mean annual salary in the Greater Sacramento area was $128,864.14 . The annual salary for this occupation typically paid between $84,821.71 and $161,526.32 .
Occupation Outlook
This occupation employed 390 people in the Greater Sacramento area during 2014.
By 2024, there is expected to be an increase of 10.3% in the number of jobs in the Greater Sacramento area for this occupation, bringing to total number to 430.
By 2024, in the Greater Sacramento area, the median hourly rate for this occupation is expected to be $64.00 with the median annual salary reaching $134,085.
