Sergeant Salary in Washington, DC

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How much does a Sergeant make in Washington, DC? The average Sergeant salary in Washington, DC is $94,396 as of March 26, 2024, but the salary range typically falls between $77,059 and $105,405. 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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What is a Sergeant?

Sergeant (/ËˆsÉ‘Ë(r)dÊ’É™nt/ SARJ-É™nt; abbreviated to Sgt and capitalized when used as a named person's title) is a rank in many uniformed organizations, principally military and policing forces. The alternate spelling, "serjeant", is used in The Rifles and other units that draw their heritage from the British Light Infantry. Its origin is the Latin "serviens", "one who serves", through the French term "sergent". The term "Sergeant" refers to a non-commissioned officer placed above the rank of a corporal and a police officer immediately below a lieutenant or, in the UK Police forces, below ...

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Patrol Sergeant

City of Rockdale - Killeen , TX

The Rockdale Police Department is seeking a dynamic Police Sergeant to assume command of patrol operations in the absence of command staff, supervise police officers, and department employees in the ...

ZipRecruiter - 25 days ago

Public Safety Sergeant (North Hills)

Kane Realty Corporation - Raleigh , NC

Public Safety Sergeant Kane Realty Corporation in Raleigh, NC is looking to hire a full-time Public Safety Sergeant . Do you have excellent customer service and public relations skills? Are you ...

ZipRecruiter ATS Jobs for ZipSearch/ZipAlerts - 65 days ago

Police Sergeant

Allied Universal® - Winston-Salem , NC

Job Description Sworn Police Officer - Sergeant Full Time Multiple Shifts and locations Starting Pay Rate: $ 22. 50 per hour We are looking for highly motivated applicants that have the education ...

ZipRecruiter ATS Jobs for ZipSearch/ZipAlerts - 26 days ago

Sergeant (Delta Shift)

County of Oconee - Walhalla , SC

Description: Job posted until filled. Entry salary is $52,554. Must be Class 2 certified and have 3 years experience. GENERAL DESCRIPTION: The purpose of this position is to ensure operational ...

ZipRecruiter ATS Jobs for ZipSearch/ZipAlerts - 72 days ago

SGT PATROL

Clear Creek County, Colorado - Georgetown , CO

GENERAL PURPOSE Under the direct supervision of the assigned Division Commander, the Sergeant is responsible for the operation of an assigned component of the Office, including direct supervision of ...

ZipRecruiter ATS Jobs for ZipSearch/ZipAlerts - 63 days ago

Police Officer or Police Corporal

Los Alamos County - Los Alamos , NM

Police Corporal/Police Sergeant NEW HIRE SIGN-ON AND RETENTION BONUSES AVAILABLE: SIGN-ON BONUS: $10,000 FOR CERTIFIED $5,000 AT NEW HIRE AND $5,000 AFTER 6 MONTHS $7,500 FOR NON-CERTIFIED $3,750 AT ...

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What does a Sergeant do?

Common responsibilities of a Sergeant

Performs crisis intervention functions to include, but not limited to, subduing or restraining violent or uncooperative inmates, defending persons against attack, and preventing escapes, using approved deadly or non-deadly force, restraints or other approved methods.

December 25, 2022

Demonstrated administrative skills, including knowledge of labor law, civil and other liability issues, organizational behavior, motivation, evaluation and disciplinary action.

January 13, 2023

Provides emergency assistance during emergencies, disasters and accidents to include but not limited to, CPR, first aid, apprehension of escaping or escaped inmates, implementation of evacuation procedures, provides security of inmates and/or areas in accordance with the emergency situation.

January 28, 2023

Requires knowledge, skill and mental development equivalent to completion of four years of high school and completion of an approved correctional officer training program.

January 30, 2023

Review officer reports, provide feedback, and directs the officers to conduct follow up investigation(s) as necessary in order to determine what occurred, to obtain all relevant information based on the incident, and to identify the individuals involved.

April 13, 2023

Supervises specialized teams and services including Airport Law Enforcement, Field Training Officers, and related assignments.

May 04, 2023

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Average Salary Range for Sergeant in Washington, DC

Average Base Salary

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77059

105405

94396

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77059

105405

94396

What is the average salary for Sergeant in 2024?

These charts show the average base salary (core compensation), as well as the average total cash compensation for the job of Sergeant in Washington, DC. The base salary for Sergeant ranges from $77,059 to $105,405 with the average base salary of $94,396. The total cash compensation, which includes base, and annual incentives, can vary anywhere from $77,059 to $105,405 with the average total cash compensation of $94,396.

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	Average Salary	Average Salary Range
Base Salary	$94,396	$77,059 - $105,405
Bonus	$0	$0 - $0
Total Pay	$94,396	$77,059 - $105,405

* 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.

Sergeant Salary Near Washington, DC

CITY, STATE	AVERAGE SALARY RANGE	COMPARE TO Washington, DC
CITY, STATE Arlington, VA	AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $77,073 - $105,424	COMPARE TO Washington, DC
CITY, STATE Alexandria, VA	AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $77,073 - $105,424	COMPARE TO Washington, DC
CITY, STATE Annandale, VA	AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $77,073 - $105,424	COMPARE TO Washington, DC
CITY, STATE Bowie, MD	AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $76,911 - $105,202	COMPARE TO Washington, DC
CITY, STATE Bethesda, MD	AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $77,073 - $105,424	COMPARE TO Washington, DC
CITY, STATE Silver Spring, MD	AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $77,073 - $105,424	COMPARE TO Washington, DC

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About Washington, District of Columbia

Washington, D.C. is located in the mid-Atlantic region of the U.S. East Coast. Due to the District of Columbia retrocession, the city has a total area of 68.34 square miles (177.0 km2), of which 61.05 square miles (158.1 km2) is land and 7.29 square miles (18.9 km2) (10.67%) is water. The District is bordered by Montgomery County, Maryland to the northwest; Prince George's County, Maryland to the east; Arlington County, Virginia to the south; and Alexandria, Virginia to the west. The south bank of the Potomac River forms the District's border with Virginia and has two major tributaries: the An...

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About Washington, District of Columbia Washington, D.C. is located in the mid-Atlantic region of the U.S. East Coast. Due to the District of Columbia retrocession, the city has a total area....More

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