Police Chief Salary in Phoenix, AZ

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How much does a Police Chief make in Phoenix, AZ? The average Police Chief salary in Phoenix, AZ is $118,607 as of May 28, 2024, but the salary range typically falls between $112,073 and $125,888. 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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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 - 16 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 ...

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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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Chief of Police

Columbia River Inter-Tribal Fish Commission - Hood River , OR

The Chief of Police is responsible for the overall management and administration of the law enforcement department (Columbia River Inter-Tribal Police Department / CRITPD) mission, staff, and ...

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Tribal Police Officer (Certified)

Golden Eagle Casino - Horton , KS

The Tribal Police Officer shall patrol the designated and assigned areas as directed by the Police Chief. Shall be responsible for assigned patrol vehicle, and all equipment issued. Shall file 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 Phoenix, AZ

Average Base Salary

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112073

125888

118607

Average Total Cash Compensation

Includes base and annual incentives

112073

125888

118607

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 Phoenix, AZ. The base salary for Police Chief ranges from $112,073 to $125,888 with the average base salary of $118,607. The total cash compensation, which includes base, and annual incentives, can vary anywhere from $112,073 to $125,888 with the average total cash compensation of $118,607.

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	Average Salary	Average Salary Range
Base Salary	$118,607	$112,073 - $125,888
Bonus	$0	$0 - $0
Total Pay	$118,607	$112,073 - $125,888

* 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 Phoenix, AZ

CITY, STATE	AVERAGE SALARY RANGE	COMPARE TO Phoenix, AZ
CITY, STATE Glendale, AZ	AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $112,056 - $125,869	COMPARE TO Phoenix, AZ
CITY, STATE Peoria, AZ	AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $111,829 - $125,614	COMPARE TO Phoenix, AZ
CITY, STATE Tempe, AZ	AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $112,073 - $125,888	COMPARE TO Phoenix, AZ 0%
CITY, STATE Sun City, AZ	AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $111,602 - $125,359	COMPARE TO Phoenix, AZ
CITY, STATE Scottsdale, AZ	AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $112,073 - $125,888	COMPARE TO Phoenix, AZ 0%
CITY, STATE Avondale, AZ	AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $111,753 - $125,528	COMPARE TO Phoenix, AZ

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About Phoenix, Arizona

Phoenix is in the southwestern United States, in the south-central portion of Arizona; about halfway between Tucson to the southeast and Flagstaff to the north. By car, the city is approximately 150 miles (240 kilometers) north of the US-Mexico border at Sonoyta and 180 mi (290 km) north of the border at Nogales. The metropolitan area is known as the "Valley of the Sun" due to its location in the Salt River Valley. It lies at a mean elevation of 1,086 feet (331 m), in the northern reaches of the Sonoran Desert. Other than the mountains in and around the city, the topography of Phoenix is gener...

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About Phoenix, Arizona Phoenix is in the southwestern United States, in the south-central portion of Arizona; about halfway between Tucson to the southeast and Flagstaff to ....More

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