First-Line Supervisors of Police and Detectives
SOC Code: 33-1012 Job Zone 2: Some Preparation Needed
Directly supervise and coordinate activities of members of police force.
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Prevailing Wage Levels (National)
DOL/OFLC prevailing wage thresholds for First-Line Supervisors of Police and Detectives. Hourly rates x 2,080 = annual.
FY2027 Weighted Lottery Impact
| Level | Lottery Entries | Est. Selection Rate |
|---|---|---|
| Level I (Entry) | 1 entry | ~16% |
| Level II (Qualified) | 2 entries | ~31% |
| Level III (Experienced) | 3 entries | ~45% |
| Level IV (Expert) | 4 entries | ~61% |
Prevailing Wages by Metro Area
| Metro Area | Level I | Level II | Level III | Level IV |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| San Jose-Sunnyvale-Santa Clara, CA | $144,394 | $164,341 | $184,267 | $204,214 |
| San Francisco-Oakland-Fremont, CA | $152,651 | $166,130 | $179,629 | $193,107 |
| Vallejo, CA | $139,006 | $156,458 | $173,888 | $191,339 |
| Napa, CA | $137,800 | $154,003 | $170,227 | $186,430 |
| Los Angeles-Long Beach-Anaheim, CA | $138,674 | $153,962 | $169,250 | $184,538 |
| El Centro, CA | $95,451 | $124,696 | $153,941 | $183,186 |
| Santa Maria-Santa Barbara, CA | $131,851 | $147,181 | $162,490 | $177,819 |
| Sacramento-Roseville-Folsom, CA | $122,907 | $140,754 | $158,600 | $176,446 |
| Santa Cruz-Watsonville, CA | $121,784 | $139,963 | $158,142 | $176,322 |
| Redding, CA | $118,019 | $136,656 | $155,293 | $173,930 |
Key Skills
| Skill | Importance | Level |
|---|---|---|
| Critical Thinking | 4.0 | |
| Social Perceptiveness | 4.0 | |
| Speaking | 4.0 | |
| Monitoring | 4.0 | |
| Reading Comprehension | 4.0 | |
| Management of Personnel Resources | 4.0 | |
| Active Listening | 4.0 | |
| Active Learning | 3.9 | |
| Instructing | 3.9 | |
| Coordination | 3.9 |
Knowledge Areas
| Knowledge | Importance |
|---|---|
| Public Safety and Security | 4.7 |
| Law and Government | 4.5 |
| Customer and Personal Service | 4.4 |
| Administration and Management | 4.0 |
| English Language | 3.8 |
| Psychology | 3.8 |
| Sociology and Anthropology | 3.3 |
| Therapy and Counseling | 3.2 |
Education Requirements
| Education Level | % of Workers |
|---|---|
| High school diploma | 56.4% |
| Post-secondary certificate | 19.6% |
| Bachelor's degree | 19.4% |
| Associate's degree | 3.6% |
Typical 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.
- Maintain logs, prepare reports, and direct the preparation, handling, and maintenance of departmental records.
- Monitor and evaluate the job performance of subordinates, and authorize promotions and transfers.
- Direct collection, preparation, and handling of evidence and personal property of prisoners.
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