Police Chief Salary in Oakland, CA

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How much does a Police Chief make in Oakland, CA? The average Police Chief salary in Oakland, CA is $146,459 as of May 28, 2024, but the salary range typically falls between $138,390 and $155,448. Salary ranges can vary widely depending on many important factors, including education, certifications, additional skills, the number of years you have spent in your profession. With more online, real-time compensation data than any other website, Salary.com helps you determine your exact pay target.

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Police Chief

Ponca City Development Authority - Ponca City , OK

DEFINITION To plan, direct, manage and oversee the activities and operations of the Police Department including field operations and patrol, criminal investigations, communications, jail, animal ...

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Chief of Police

Mashantucket Pequot Tribal Nation - Mashantucket , CT

Under the direction of Tribal Council's designee, the Chief of Police is responsible for the direct administration of the Police Department, Tribal Security Department, and Public Safety Law ...

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Full Time Chief of School Police

Laurel School District - New Castle , PA

NOTICE OF VACANCY POSITION: Full Time Chief of School Police DESCRIPTION: The Laurel School District is seeking a qualified and experienced leader to serve as Chief of School Police. This is a ...

Recruitology - 25 days ago

Chief of Police

Contra Costa Community College District - Martinez , CA

Chief of Police Posting Number: 0002016 Location: District Office Salary: $135,144- 164,664 per year (Compensation includes a generous benefits package) Position Definition: Under direction of the ...

ZipRecruiter - 29 days ago

Assistant Chief of Police

City of Des Moines Washington - Seattle , WA

Join the City of Des Moines as our Assistant Chief of Police! We're seeking a dynamic leader to drive excellence in law enforcement, community engagement, and strategic initiatives. As an Assistant ...

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Police Officer

City of Morgantown - Morgantown , WV

... Chief of Police. The patrol officer participates in law enforcement efforts that include police patrol duties, crime prevention and investigation, emergency response, public assistance, and ...

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What does a Police Chief do?

Common responsibilities of a Police Chief

Manages personnel processes and functions including hiring, promotion, disciplinary process, internal investigations and workers' compensation, and monitors all productivity/performance of department employees.

February 05, 2023

Plans, establishes and monitors appropriate security and emergency procedures for the hospital to ensure compliance with standard policies, practices, laws, rules and regulations and to ensure the safety and protection of institution employees, students, faculty, patients, clients and visitors.

March 22, 2023

Prepares and coordinates City Council agenda items and work session items, including reviewing agenda material with the City Secretary and attending City Council meetings, public hearings, and related proceedings to represent the Police Department.

May 01, 2023

Assists in the development and maintenance of an inspection program for College facilities by department personnel to identify hazards and unsafe conditions that could lead to injury and the recommended action to remedy identified hazards.

May 15, 2023

Respond to needs of personnel and collaborate with human resources, union representatives or other departments to resolve issues and complains.

May 17, 2023

Provide examples a challenge faced supporting a critical enterprise-class system, metrics used to evaluate and manage performance of a team, influencing stakeholders, and implementation of business solutions.

May 18, 2023

Recommend the appointment and removal of officers and employees within the Police Department within such limits and bounds as prescribed by statutes and City Personnel Rules and Regulations.

May 19, 2023

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Average Salary Range for Police Chief in Oakland, CA

Average Base Salary

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138390

155448

146459

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138390

155448

146459

What is the average salary for Police Chief in 2024?

These charts show the average base salary (core compensation), as well as the average total cash compensation for the job of Police Chief in Oakland, CA. The base salary for Police Chief ranges from $138,390 to $155,448 with the average base salary of $146,459. The total cash compensation, which includes base, and annual incentives, can vary anywhere from $138,390 to $155,448 with the average total cash compensation of $146,459.

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	Average Salary	Average Salary Range
Base Salary	$146,459	$138,390 - $155,448
Bonus	$0	$0 - $0
Total Pay	$146,459	$138,390 - $155,448

* Base Salary represents gross income before taxes and deductions. It does not include additional pay such as benefits, bonuses, profit sharing or commissions.

* Total Pay combines base salary, bonuses, profit sharing, tips, commissions, overtime pay and other forms of cash earnings, as applicable for this job.

Police Chief Salary Near Oakland, CA

CITY, STATE	AVERAGE SALARY RANGE	COMPARE TO Oakland, CA
CITY, STATE Berkeley, CA	AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $138,390 - $155,448	COMPARE TO Oakland, CA 0%
CITY, STATE Hayward, CA	AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $138,163 - $155,194	COMPARE TO Oakland, CA
CITY, STATE Concord, CA	AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $128,733 - $144,601	COMPARE TO Oakland, CA
CITY, STATE Fremont, CA	AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $142,088 - $159,602	COMPARE TO Oakland, CA
CITY, STATE Daly City, CA	AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $141,793 - $159,271	COMPARE TO Oakland, CA
CITY, STATE Antioch, CA	AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $130,576 - $146,672	COMPARE TO Oakland, CA

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About Oakland, California

Oakland is in the eastern region of the San Francisco Bay. In 1991 the City Hall tower was at 37°48′19″N 122°16′21″W / 37.805302°N 122.272539°W / 37.805302; -122.272539 (NAD83). (The building still exists, but like the rest of the Bay Area, it has shifted northwest perhaps 0.6 meters in the last twenty years.) The United States Census Bureau says the city's total area is 78.0 square miles (202 km2), including 55.8 square miles (145 km2) of land and 22.2 square miles (57 km2) (28.48 percent) of water. Oakland's highest point is near Grizzly Peak Blvd, east of Berkeley, just over 1,760 feet (...

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About Oakland, California Oakland is in the eastern region of the San Francisco Bay. In 1991 the City Hall tower was at 37°48′19″N 122°16′21″W / 37.805302°N 122.272539°W / 3....More

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