First-Line Supervisors of Police and Detectives
Median salary, education path, job outlook, and related careers — based on U.S. labor data.
Median salary
$106,040/yr
Typical range
$81,860 – $132,620
Education
High school diploma
Time to entry
No degree required — short-term training or on-the-job learning
What a First-Line Supervisors of Police and Detectives does
You oversee and coordinate the work of police officers and detectives, handling scheduling, performance reviews, and case assignments. Your leadership ensures public safety operations run smoothly while maintaining department standards.
Education & path
The typical entry point is a high school diploma. No degree required — short-term training or on-the-job learning.
Estimated cost of that path: No degree cost. Estimates only — actual cost varies widely by school and financial aid; payback assumes ~20% of income applied.
Related careers
- Security Guards — $38,020/yr
- Police and Sheriff's Patrol Officers — $76,210/yr
- Customs and Border Protection Officers — $76,210/yr
- Correctional Officers and Jailers — $58,940/yr
- Firefighters — $59,280/yr
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