Police Chief Salary in West Haven, CT

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How much does a Police Chief make in West Haven, CT? The average Police Chief salary in West Haven, CT is $129,532 as of May 28, 2024, but the salary range typically falls between $122,395 and $137,483. 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 ...

LinkedIn - 4 days ago

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 - 28 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 - 32 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 West Haven, CT

Average Base Salary

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122395

137483

129532

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122395

137483

129532

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 West Haven, CT. The base salary for Police Chief ranges from $122,395 to $137,483 with the average base salary of $129,532. The total cash compensation, which includes base, and annual incentives, can vary anywhere from $122,395 to $137,483 with the average total cash compensation of $129,532.

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	Average Salary	Average Salary Range
Base Salary	$129,532	$122,395 - $137,483
Bonus	$0	$0 - $0
Total Pay	$129,532	$122,395 - $137,483

* 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 West Haven, CT

CITY, STATE	AVERAGE SALARY RANGE	COMPARE TO West Haven, CT
CITY, STATE Milford, CT	AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $128,861 - $144,745	COMPARE TO West Haven, CT
CITY, STATE New Haven, CT	AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $122,929 - $138,082	COMPARE TO West Haven, CT
CITY, STATE Hamden, CT	AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $122,929 - $138,082	COMPARE TO West Haven, CT
CITY, STATE Stratford, CT	AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $128,861 - $144,745	COMPARE TO West Haven, CT
CITY, STATE Waterbury, CT	AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $122,283 - $137,357	COMPARE TO West Haven, CT
CITY, STATE Bridgeport, CT	AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $128,861 - $144,745	COMPARE TO West Haven, CT

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About West Haven, Connecticut

West Haven is a city in New Haven County, Connecticut, United States. At the 2010 census, the population of the city was 55,564. According to the U.S. Census Bureau, the city has a total area of 11 square miles (28 km2), of which 10.75 square miles (27.8 km2) is land .2 square miles (0.52 km2), or 1.54%, is water. West Haven has 3.5 miles (5.6 km) of publicly accessible beaches, which is one-quarter of the publicly accessible beaches in Connecticut. The hilly Allingtown district of the city is home to the University of New Haven. West Haven is located in the south-central portion of Connecticu...

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