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Police Chief
₡26 771 215 (CRC)/yr
₡12 870,78 (CRC)/hr
₡1 480 448 (CRC)/yr
The average police chief gross salary in Costa Rica is ₡26 771 215 or an equivalent hourly rate of ₡12 871. In addition, they earn an average bonus of ₡1 480 448. Salary estimates based on salary survey data collected directly from employers and anonymous employees in Costa Rica. An entry level police chief (1-3 years of experience) earns an average salary of ₡18 721 282. On the other end, a senior level police chief (8+ years of experience) earns an average salary of ₡33 522 881.
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Salary Potential
₡31 464 187 (CRC)
18 %
Based on our compensation data, the estimated salary potential for Police Chief will increase 18 % over 5 years.
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Police Chief, the majority at 32% with bachelors.
Typical Field of Study: Criminal Justice/Law Enforcement Administration
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View Cost of Living PageCosta Rica (UK: , US: ; Spanish: [ˈkosta ˈrika]; literally "Rich Coast"), officially the Republic of Costa Rica, is a country in the Central American region of North America. Costa Rica is bordered by Nicaragua to the north, the Caribbean Sea to the northeast, Panama to the southeast, and the Pacific Ocean to the southwest, as well as maritime border with Ecuador to the south of Cocos Island. It has a population of around five million in a land area of 51,060 km2 (19,710 sq mi). An estimated 333...
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Job Description
Serves as the face of the police department and dictates, presides over, and directs the operations of the entire department. Coordinates with other senior staff and human resources personnel to develop and dictate new policy and procedure measures to improve internal conduct and ensure compliance with laws. Oversees and manages the daily operations of the police department and coordinates activities... across police units, departments, and external agencies. Maintains channels of communication with government bodies, local governments, community leaders, and neighboring police department chiefs. Directs the development and review of the police department budget, forecasts future budget needs, and allocates funds based on the goals of the police department. Maintains up to date knowledge of laws and regulations and adjusts prioritization of crimes based on updates to local, state, and federal laws.
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