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First-Line Supervisors of Police and Detectives

SOC 33-1012.00Job Zone 2 · Some Preparationv.26.05

Context coveredThis framework covers first-line supervision of sworn police officers and detectives across patrol, investigation, records management, personnel oversight, training, and community liaison functions within a municipal or county law enforcement department.

Sources:O*NET v30.2O*NET Resource Center — Occupational Information Network, v30.2 (Sept 2025). Opens in new tab.SkillsCrosswalkSkillsCrosswalk — O*NET enrichment + adjacency index. Opens in new tab.
Emerging
Entry / Apprentice
  1. Duty rosters and shift schedules — review and distribute under supervisor direction within a patrol division.
  2. Departmental reports and daily logs — complete basic entries following established templates in a police records system.
  3. Evidence handling procedures — observe and assist with collection and labeling of physical evidence at a crime scene under direct oversight.
  4. Regulatory updates and policy changes — read and summarize new directives for personal reference before briefing participation.
  5. Police operations terminology — recognize and explain basic patrol procedures to peers during guided ride-alongs.
  6. Office suite and email software — use to send routine communications and format shift assignment documents under supervision.
  7. Personnel activity logs — record subordinate attendance and task completion in a departmental database with guidance.
  8. Law enforcement regulations — identify applicable rules when reviewing routine incident reports alongside a senior supervisor.
  9. Misconduct reporting protocols — follow established steps to document and forward a basic complaint to the appropriate review officer.
  10. Active listening skills — demonstrate by accurately relaying officer concerns to a shift commander during a supervised briefing.
Developing
Mid-level / Established
  1. Work schedules and duty assignments — prepare and distribute independently for a patrol squad, balancing staffing needs across shifts.
  2. Criminal case investigations — coordinate day-to-day activities of assigned investigators, applying procedural guidance with limited oversight.
  3. Evidence and prisoner property — direct collection, documentation, and secure handling in compliance with chain-of-custody requirements.
  4. Personnel performance issues — identify and resolve routine conflicts within the unit using departmental grievance procedures.
  5. Police procedure briefings — explain updated operational methods to subordinate officers during pre-shift roll calls.
  6. Departmental records management — oversee accurate preparation, filing, and retrieval of incident reports using database query software.
  7. New law implications — inform patrol staff of amendments to statutes and their operational impact during regular team meetings.
  8. Spreadsheet and presentation software — use to compile shift statistics and present staffing analyses to watch commanders.
  9. Officer training participation — assist in delivering structured on-the-job training sessions covering patrol and arrest procedures.
  10. Critical incident communication — apply oral expression skills to relay clear, accurate information to dispatchers and responding units during multi-unit responses.
Proficient
Senior / Expert IC
  1. Complex criminal investigations — supervise and guide detective teams autonomously, ensuring full procedural and legal compliance throughout case lifecycle.
  2. Workforce scheduling — design optimized shift rotations for an entire patrol division, anticipating coverage gaps and overtime constraints.
  3. Personnel misconduct investigations — conduct thorough internal inquiries, interview involved parties, and recommend disciplinary or corrective action.
  4. Evidence integrity — establish and enforce evidence handling and chain-of-custody standards across multiple units and crime scene types.
  5. Legislative and policy integration — translate new or amended laws into actionable operational directives communicated to all subordinate staff.
  6. Staff development programs — design and deliver training curricula on advanced police techniques, legal updates, and use-of-force protocols.
  7. Operational performance monitoring — analyze patrol metrics, response times, and case clearance rates using database and spreadsheet tools to identify systemic issues.
  8. Community and interagency communication — represent the unit in briefings with prosecutors, social service agencies, and community stakeholders.
  9. Non-routine incident command — exercise independent judgment to deploy personnel and resources during critical or high-complexity public safety events.
  10. Written policy documentation — author and revise standard operating procedures, ensuring clarity, legal soundness, and alignment with departmental goals.
Advanced
Lead / Principal / Executive
  1. Organizational supervision strategy — set division-wide leadership standards, mentoring junior supervisors in personnel management and decision-making across the department.
  2. Departmental policy architecture — develop, approve, and implement comprehensive law enforcement policies that align with statutory requirements and community expectations.
  3. Strategic workforce planning — direct long-term staffing models, succession planning, and recruitment initiatives to sustain patrol and investigative capacity.
  4. Systemic misconduct prevention — lead culture-change initiatives and accountability frameworks that proactively reduce misconduct and strengthen professional integrity.
  5. Cross-functional investigative leadership — oversee major and complex criminal investigations involving multiple agencies, ensuring coordination, legality, and resource efficiency.
  6. Executive reporting and analysis — present division performance, resource utilization, and risk assessments to command staff and elected officials using advanced analytical tools.
  7. Training program governance — establish department-wide learning strategies and certification standards, aligning officer development with evolving public safety legislation.
  8. Technology adoption leadership — evaluate and direct implementation of new law enforcement technologies — including mapping, case management, and data query platforms — across operational units.
  9. Legislative and community liaison — represent the department in shaping local public safety legislation, testifying before oversight bodies and advising policy makers.
  10. Organizational crisis leadership — direct command-level response to large-scale critical incidents, integrating multi-agency resources and upholding officer safety and legal compliance.

AI-at-Work Competency Framework

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Authoritative source data identified for 998 occupations

How a worker at each mastery level uses, directs, and evaluates AI tools in this occupation. Each statement cites its evidence inline; click a citation chip to verify the source.

Emerging
  1. AI-generated shift scheduling — uses AI tools to draft preliminary work schedules and duty assignments, reviewing outputs for conflicts before finalizing assignments Anthropic Economic IndexAnthropic Economic Index — release_2026_03_24. Opens in new tab..
  2. Basic report summarization — submits incident and personnel reports to an AI assistant to produce condensed summaries, then checks the output against source documents before distribution.
Developing
  1. Evidence documentation support — directs AI tools to organize and cross-reference evidence logs and chain-of-custody records, verifying accuracy against physical documentation before submission Anthropic Economic IndexAnthropic Economic Index — release_2026_03_24. Opens in new tab. WEF Skills TaxonomyWEF Skills Taxonomy 2021 — Building a Common Language for Skills at Work. Opens in new tab..
  2. Personnel communication drafting — delegates routine written communications, policy reminders, and procedural explanations to an AI assistant, then edits for tone, accuracy, and jurisdictional compliance Anthropic Economic IndexAnthropic Economic Index — release_2026_03_24. Opens in new tab..
  3. Misconduct case preparation — uses AI to compile and structure background information on personnel misconduct allegations, retaining full judgement on disciplinary recommendations Jadhav & Danve, 2026Skill Automation Feasibility Index — Jadhav & Danve, 2026 (arXiv:2604.06906). Opens in new tab..
Proficient
  1. Investigation coordination briefings — directs AI tools to synthesize case notes, witness statements, and prior records into structured briefing documents, while applying critical thinking to assess investigative gaps and legal compliance Anthropic Economic IndexAnthropic Economic Index — release_2026_03_24. Opens in new tab. Jadhav & Danve, 2026Skill Automation Feasibility Index — Jadhav & Danve, 2026 (arXiv:2604.06906). Opens in new tab..
  2. Operational procedure monitoring — employs AI-assisted dashboards to flag deviations in patrol patterns, response times, and procedural adherence, then interprets alerts and decides on corrective supervisory action WEF Skills TaxonomyWEF Skills Taxonomy 2021 — Building a Common Language for Skills at Work. Opens in new tab..
  3. Training material generation — tasks AI with drafting scenario-based training content for subordinates on updated laws and departmental procedures, reviewing every scenario for legal accuracy and contextual appropriateness Anthropic Economic IndexAnthropic Economic Index — release_2026_03_24. Opens in new tab..
  4. Personnel resource optimization — uses AI-generated analytics on staffing coverage and overtime trends to inform scheduling decisions, exercising final authority over all resource allocation choices Jadhav & Danve, 2026Skill Automation Feasibility Index — Jadhav & Danve, 2026 (arXiv:2604.06906). Opens in new tab. WEF Skills TaxonomyWEF Skills Taxonomy 2021 — Building a Common Language for Skills at Work. Opens in new tab..
Advanced
  1. AI workflow governance — establishes unit-level standards for which investigative and administrative tasks are routed to AI tools versus handled by human judgment, building oversight protocols that account for legal liability and officer safety Jadhav & Danve, 2026Skill Automation Feasibility Index — Jadhav & Danve, 2026 (arXiv:2604.06906). Opens in new tab. WEF Skills TaxonomyWEF Skills Taxonomy 2021 — Building a Common Language for Skills at Work. Opens in new tab..
  2. Cross-case pattern analysis — directs AI systems to surface patterns across multiple open criminal investigations, critically evaluating algorithmic outputs for bias or evidentiary gaps before adjusting investigative strategy Anthropic Economic IndexAnthropic Economic Index — release_2026_03_24. Opens in new tab. Jadhav & Danve, 2026Skill Automation Feasibility Index — Jadhav & Danve, 2026 (arXiv:2604.06906). Opens in new tab..
  3. Human-AI task boundary arbitration — evaluates the 8.3% collaboration rate observed across police supervisor tasks and designates which high-stakes decisions — use-of-force review, misconduct adjudication, community engagement — remain exclusively human-led Anthropic Economic IndexAnthropic Economic Index — release_2026_03_24. Opens in new tab..
  4. AI output accountability — serves as the accountable reviewer for all AI-generated products leaving the unit, ensuring reports, schedules, and case summaries meet departmental, legal, and ethical standards before dissemination Jadhav & Danve, 2026Skill Automation Feasibility Index — Jadhav & Danve, 2026 (arXiv:2604.06906). Opens in new tab..
  5. Emerging-tool evaluation — pilots new AI monitoring and dispatch-support tools, assessing performance against established supervisory standards and recommending adoption, modification, or rejection to command leadership WEF Skills TaxonomyWEF Skills Taxonomy 2021 — Building a Common Language for Skills at Work. Opens in new tab..
Evidence pack
AEI usage
Task observations: 83
Augment share: 8.3%
Time saved: 85%
AI autonomy: 3.25
SAFI positioning
Top skill: Speaking
Score: 48.5 / 100
Quadrant: Q2_ai_augmented
precision: exact
WEF cluster
Technology Use, Monitoring and Control
technology_use_monitoring_control
Sources:Anthropic Economic IndexAnthropic Economic Index — release_2026_03_24. Opens in new tab.WEF Skills TaxonomyWEF Skills Taxonomy 2021 — Building a Common Language for Skills at Work. Opens in new tab.Jadhav & Danve, 2026Skill Automation Feasibility Index — Jadhav & Danve, 2026 (arXiv:2604.06906). Opens in new tab.

Pathsmith Durable Skills Framework

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Ten durable-skill domains mapped to four proficiency/role levels for each occupation. Each statement is aligned to the Pathsmith taxonomy, derived from trusted grounding data and mapped to occupation-specific O*NET tasks and skills.

1Communication12 statements
Emerging
  1. Shift briefing delivery — presents basic duty assignments and safety updates to patrol officers during roll call in a structured format Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab. O*NET v30.2O*NET Resource Center — Occupational Information Network, v30.2 (Sept 2025). Opens in new tab.
  2. Incident report review — reads and summarizes subordinate officers' written reports to identify missing information or procedural errors O*NET v30.2O*NET Resource Center — Occupational Information Network, v30.2 (Sept 2025). Opens in new tab.
  3. Policy explanation — conveys updated departmental regulations and amended laws to officers using plain language during briefings O*NET v30.2O*NET Resource Center — Occupational Information Network, v30.2 (Sept 2025). Opens in new tab.
Developing
  1. Witness and complainant interviews — conducts structured interviews with community members to gather accurate accounts while maintaining professional rapport Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab. O*NET v30.2O*NET Resource Center — Occupational Information Network, v30.2 (Sept 2025). Opens in new tab.
  2. Personnel counseling communication — delivers corrective feedback to officers regarding performance deficiencies using clear, documented language O*NET v30.2O*NET Resource Center — Occupational Information Network, v30.2 (Sept 2025). Opens in new tab.
  3. Interagency coordination messaging — relays operational information between patrol units and investigative divisions to ensure continuity across shifts O*NET v30.2O*NET Resource Center — Occupational Information Network, v30.2 (Sept 2025). Opens in new tab.
Applying
  1. Criminal investigation briefings — explains investigative procedures, evidentiary requirements, and legal constraints to detectives and officers with precision and authority Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab. O*NET v30.2O*NET Resource Center — Occupational Information Network, v30.2 (Sept 2025). Opens in new tab.
  2. Misconduct communication — presents findings from internal investigations to command staff and HR using factual, legally defensible language O*NET v30.2O*NET Resource Center — Occupational Information Network, v30.2 (Sept 2025). Opens in new tab.
  3. Community liaison communication — represents the department in public forums, explaining police operations and policies to diverse civilian audiences O*NET v30.2O*NET Resource Center — Occupational Information Network, v30.2 (Sept 2025). Opens in new tab.
Exceeding
  1. Command-level operational communication — authors comprehensive after-action reports and policy memoranda that shape departmental procedure and serve as training references Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab. O*NET v30.2O*NET Resource Center — Occupational Information Network, v30.2 (Sept 2025). Opens in new tab.
  2. Cross-agency crisis messaging — coordinates real-time communication between multiple law enforcement and emergency response agencies during critical incidents, ensuring unified command clarity Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab. O*NET v30.2O*NET Resource Center — Occupational Information Network, v30.2 (Sept 2025). Opens in new tab.
  3. Mentored communication development — coaches emerging supervisors in delivering effective briefings, conducting interviews, and writing defensible reports that meet evidentiary standards Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab.
2Leadership11 statements
Emerging
  1. Duty assignment direction — issues daily task assignments to patrol officers based on shift needs and coverage requirements O*NET v30.2O*NET Resource Center — Occupational Information Network, v30.2 (Sept 2025). Opens in new tab.
  2. Procedural modeling — demonstrates correct evidence collection and scene management protocols to junior officers during active situations Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab. O*NET v30.2O*NET Resource Center — Occupational Information Network, v30.2 (Sept 2025). Opens in new tab.
Developing
  1. Personnel scheduling leadership — prepares work schedules that balance unit coverage, officer welfare, and operational demands across a patrol district O*NET v30.2O*NET Resource Center — Occupational Information Network, v30.2 (Sept 2025). Opens in new tab.
  2. Training facilitation — leads in-service training sessions on updated police procedures, legal changes, and use-of-force protocols for subordinate staff O*NET v30.2O*NET Resource Center — Occupational Information Network, v30.2 (Sept 2025). Opens in new tab.
  3. Accountability enforcement — addresses officer performance gaps through documented counseling and corrective action while maintaining unit cohesion Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab. O*NET v30.2O*NET Resource Center — Occupational Information Network, v30.2 (Sept 2025). Opens in new tab.
Applying
  1. Investigation supervision — directs the full lifecycle of criminal case investigations, assigning leads, reviewing progress, and ensuring legal compliance at every stage O*NET v30.2O*NET Resource Center — Occupational Information Network, v30.2 (Sept 2025). Opens in new tab.
  2. Misconduct resolution leadership — conducts thorough personnel investigations and delivers outcomes that uphold departmental integrity and public trust O*NET v30.2O*NET Resource Center — Occupational Information Network, v30.2 (Sept 2025). Opens in new tab.
  3. Shift command ownership — assumes full operational responsibility for a patrol shift, making real-time deployment decisions during emergencies and high-priority calls Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab.
Exceeding
  1. Organizational culture leadership — models and institutionalizes ethical standards, procedural accountability, and community-oriented policing values across the entire unit Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab. O*NET v30.2O*NET Resource Center — Occupational Information Network, v30.2 (Sept 2025). Opens in new tab.
  2. Succession development — identifies high-potential officers and designs individualized growth plans that prepare them for supervisory promotion Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab.
  3. Strategic resource leadership — advocates for personnel, equipment, and training resources at the command level based on operational data and unit performance analysis O*NET v30.2O*NET Resource Center — Occupational Information Network, v30.2 (Sept 2025). Opens in new tab.
3Metacognition8 statements
Emerging
  1. Decision awareness — recognizes when a field decision requires consultation with command rather than independent action, calibrating self-confidence against situational risk Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab.
  2. Learning gap identification — identifies personal deficiencies in knowledge of updated statutes or new investigative techniques and seeks appropriate resources Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab.
Developing
  1. Supervisory style reflection — evaluates own management approaches after personnel conflicts or unit performance issues to identify adjustments needed Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab.
  2. After-action self-assessment — reviews personal decision-making during critical incidents against departmental policy to identify deviations and learning points Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab. O*NET v30.2O*NET Resource Center — Occupational Information Network, v30.2 (Sept 2025). Opens in new tab.
Applying
  1. Bias recognition in personnel decisions — monitors own judgment for implicit bias when evaluating officer conduct or making assignment decisions, applying corrective deliberation Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab. O*NET v30.2O*NET Resource Center — Occupational Information Network, v30.2 (Sept 2025). Opens in new tab.
  2. Stress-state monitoring — recognizes the effect of fatigue and high-stress operations on cognitive performance and adjusts decision thresholds accordingly Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab.
Exceeding
  1. Metacognitive modeling for supervisors — teaches developing sergeants to examine their own decision-making processes during scenario-based training and after-action debriefs Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab.
  2. System-level thinking reflection — analyzes patterns in unit errors and near-misses to identify whether procedural gaps stem from policy, training, or supervisory blind spots Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab. O*NET v30.2O*NET Resource Center — Occupational Information Network, v30.2 (Sept 2025). Opens in new tab.
4Critical Thinking11 statements
Emerging
  1. Evidence evaluation basics — assesses whether collected physical evidence meets chain-of-custody requirements before authorizing its submission to records O*NET v30.2O*NET Resource Center — Occupational Information Network, v30.2 (Sept 2025). Opens in new tab.
  2. Incident assessment — reads initial responding officer reports to identify inconsistencies, missing elements, or probable cause gaps Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab. O*NET v30.2O*NET Resource Center — Occupational Information Network, v30.2 (Sept 2025). Opens in new tab.
Developing
  1. Investigative strategy analysis — evaluates multiple investigative approaches for criminal cases, weighing legal admissibility, resource cost, and probability of successful prosecution O*NET v30.2O*NET Resource Center — Occupational Information Network, v30.2 (Sept 2025). Opens in new tab.
  2. Personnel complaint analysis — examines conflicting accounts from officers and complainants to determine whether conduct violated policy or law O*NET v30.2O*NET Resource Center — Occupational Information Network, v30.2 (Sept 2025). Opens in new tab.
  3. Regulatory impact evaluation — analyzes implications of new or amended laws on current patrol and investigative practices before briefing staff O*NET v30.2O*NET Resource Center — Occupational Information Network, v30.2 (Sept 2025). Opens in new tab.
Applying
  1. Scene management reasoning — synthesizes crime scene conditions, witness accounts, and physical evidence to direct investigative priorities under time pressure Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab. O*NET v30.2O*NET Resource Center — Occupational Information Network, v30.2 (Sept 2025). Opens in new tab.
  2. Resource allocation judgment — applies critical analysis to patrol coverage data, crime trends, and officer availability to optimize shift deployment decisions O*NET v30.2O*NET Resource Center — Occupational Information Network, v30.2 (Sept 2025). Opens in new tab.
  3. Use-of-force review — evaluates use-of-force incident reports against legal standards, departmental policy, and contextual facts to reach a defensible determination O*NET v30.2O*NET Resource Center — Occupational Information Network, v30.2 (Sept 2025). Opens in new tab.
Exceeding
  1. Systemic crime pattern analysis — synthesizes multi-source intelligence data to identify emerging crime trends and recommends proactive enforcement strategies to command Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab. O*NET v30.2O*NET Resource Center — Occupational Information Network, v30.2 (Sept 2025). Opens in new tab.
  2. Policy challenge arbitration — applies legal reasoning and departmental precedent to adjudicate complex misconduct cases where facts are ambiguous and stakes are high Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab. O*NET v30.2O*NET Resource Center — Occupational Information Network, v30.2 (Sept 2025). Opens in new tab.
  3. Investigative oversight reasoning — identifies flawed assumptions in detective-led investigations and redirects case strategy before evidentiary or procedural errors become irreversible O*NET v30.2O*NET Resource Center — Occupational Information Network, v30.2 (Sept 2025). Opens in new tab.
5Collaboration9 statements
Emerging
  1. Cross-unit information sharing — coordinates handoff of active case details and pending assignments between outgoing and incoming shift supervisors O*NET v30.2O*NET Resource Center — Occupational Information Network, v30.2 (Sept 2025). Opens in new tab.
  2. Dispatch collaboration — works cooperatively with communications center personnel to prioritize call responses and allocate patrol resources Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab.
Developing
  1. Detective-patrol coordination — aligns patrol unit activities with investigative division priorities to support active criminal investigations without disrupting community patrol coverage O*NET v30.2O*NET Resource Center — Occupational Information Network, v30.2 (Sept 2025). Opens in new tab.
  2. Multi-agency scene coordination — collaborates with fire, EMS, and neighboring jurisdictions during joint incidents to establish unified command structures Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab. O*NET v30.2O*NET Resource Center — Occupational Information Network, v30.2 (Sept 2025). Opens in new tab.
Applying
  1. Interdepartmental investigation management — coordinates evidence handling, witness management, and case documentation across patrol, detective, and records units to maintain prosecutorial integrity O*NET v30.2O*NET Resource Center — Occupational Information Network, v30.2 (Sept 2025). Opens in new tab.
  2. Community partnership collaboration — builds sustained working relationships with community organizations, schools, and local government to support crime prevention initiatives O*NET v30.2O*NET Resource Center — Occupational Information Network, v30.2 (Sept 2025). Opens in new tab.
  3. Personnel conflict mediation — facilitates resolution of interpersonal disputes between officers by establishing shared expectations and mutual accountability Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab. O*NET v30.2O*NET Resource Center — Occupational Information Network, v30.2 (Sept 2025). Opens in new tab.
Exceeding
  1. Task force leadership collaboration — serves as the supervisory liaison for multi-agency task forces, ensuring departmental personnel contribute effectively while maintaining individual agency protocols Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab. O*NET v30.2O*NET Resource Center — Occupational Information Network, v30.2 (Sept 2025). Opens in new tab.
  2. Command collaboration modeling — demonstrates cross-functional collaboration to junior supervisors by visibly partnering with detectives, prosecutors, and community stakeholders on complex cases Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab.
6Character9 statements
Emerging
  1. Procedural integrity — follows evidence collection, documentation, and reporting protocols with consistency regardless of case complexity or time pressure Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab. O*NET v30.2O*NET Resource Center — Occupational Information Network, v30.2 (Sept 2025). Opens in new tab.
  2. Impartial enforcement — applies departmental policies equitably across all officers and community members without favoritism or discriminatory treatment Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab. O*NET v30.2O*NET Resource Center — Occupational Information Network, v30.2 (Sept 2025). Opens in new tab.
Developing
  1. Misconduct reporting accountability — documents and escalates officer misconduct allegations through proper channels even when doing so creates interpersonal friction within the unit O*NET v30.2O*NET Resource Center — Occupational Information Network, v30.2 (Sept 2025). Opens in new tab.
  2. Transparent record-keeping — maintains accurate shift logs, case records, and personnel files that reflect actual events without omission or misrepresentation O*NET v30.2O*NET Resource Center — Occupational Information Network, v30.2 (Sept 2025). Opens in new tab.
Applying
  1. Ethical command modeling — demonstrates consistent alignment between stated departmental values and personal supervisory conduct, setting a visible standard for the unit Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab. O*NET v30.2O*NET Resource Center — Occupational Information Network, v30.2 (Sept 2025). Opens in new tab.
  2. Constitutional policing accountability — holds officers accountable to Fourth and Fifth Amendment standards in arrests, searches, and interrogations, addressing violations immediately and formally O*NET v30.2O*NET Resource Center — Occupational Information Network, v30.2 (Sept 2025). Opens in new tab.
  3. Conflict-of-interest management — recuses from personnel investigations or enforcement decisions where personal relationships create actual or perceived bias Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab.
Exceeding
  1. Integrity culture reinforcement — establishes unit norms where ethical conduct is recognized, misconduct has predictable consequences, and officers feel safe reporting concerns without retaliation Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab. O*NET v30.2O*NET Resource Center — Occupational Information Network, v30.2 (Sept 2025). Opens in new tab.
  2. Character-based mentoring — develops junior supervisors' ethical reasoning by working through real case dilemmas and discussing the long-term consequences of integrity failures on public trust Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab.
7Creativity8 statements
Emerging
  1. Alternative deployment thinking — proposes non-standard patrol assignments or beat configurations to address localized crime spikes when conventional coverage proves insufficient Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab.
  2. Problem-oriented approach — identifies creative non-enforcement interventions such as environmental modifications or community referrals to address recurring calls for service O*NET v30.2O*NET Resource Center — Occupational Information Network, v30.2 (Sept 2025). Opens in new tab.
Developing
  1. Investigative strategy innovation — develops novel approaches to stalled criminal investigations by reframing the evidentiary question or introducing underutilized investigative tools Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab. O*NET v30.2O*NET Resource Center — Occupational Information Network, v30.2 (Sept 2025). Opens in new tab.
  2. Training scenario design — creates realistic, occupation-specific training scenarios that expose officers to emerging threat types not yet addressed in standard curriculum O*NET v30.2O*NET Resource Center — Occupational Information Network, v30.2 (Sept 2025). Opens in new tab.
Applying
  1. Community engagement program design — designs targeted outreach initiatives that address specific neighborhood crime drivers using unconventional partnerships and formats Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab. O*NET v30.2O*NET Resource Center — Occupational Information Network, v30.2 (Sept 2025). Opens in new tab.
  2. Adaptive resource solutions — develops creative scheduling and cross-training strategies to maintain patrol coverage during staffing shortfalls without compromising public safety response times O*NET v30.2O*NET Resource Center — Occupational Information Network, v30.2 (Sept 2025). Opens in new tab.
Exceeding
  1. Policy innovation — authors novel operational policies or procedural revisions that address emerging law enforcement challenges such as cybercrime, mental health crisis response, or drone surveillance Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab. O*NET v30.2O*NET Resource Center — Occupational Information Network, v30.2 (Sept 2025). Opens in new tab.
  2. Systemic problem-solving design — engineers multi-unit strategies that combine enforcement, social services, and community engagement to address entrenched crime patterns in creative and measurable ways Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab.
8Growth Mindset8 statements
Emerging
  1. Legal update integration — treats changes in criminal law or departmental policy as learning opportunities rather than operational burdens and promptly integrates them into supervisory practice Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab. O*NET v30.2O*NET Resource Center — Occupational Information Network, v30.2 (Sept 2025). Opens in new tab.
  2. Feedback receptivity — accepts corrective input from command staff regarding supervisory decisions and applies that feedback to the next comparable situation Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab.
Developing
  1. Post-incident learning — conducts structured after-action reviews following critical incidents to extract lessons that improve future supervisory and tactical decisions Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab. O*NET v30.2O*NET Resource Center — Occupational Information Network, v30.2 (Sept 2025). Opens in new tab.
  2. Skills gap pursuit — proactively seeks advanced training in investigative techniques, labor law, or crisis intervention to address identified supervisory competency gaps O*NET v30.2O*NET Resource Center — Occupational Information Network, v30.2 (Sept 2025). Opens in new tab.
Applying
  1. Constructive failure ownership — publicly acknowledges supervisory errors in after-action settings and uses the experience to model accountability and continuous improvement for subordinate officers Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab.
  2. Adaptive supervision — adjusts supervisory style in response to officer performance data, community feedback, and incident outcomes rather than defaulting to fixed approaches Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab. O*NET v30.2O*NET Resource Center — Occupational Information Network, v30.2 (Sept 2025). Opens in new tab.
Exceeding
  1. Learning culture institutionalization — builds unit-level norms where after-action reviews, peer feedback, and skill development are embedded in daily operations rather than treated as exceptional events Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab.
  2. Growth modeling for supervisors — mentors newly promoted sergeants through early supervisory failures by reframing setbacks as developmental data and facilitating structured reflection Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab.
9Mindfulness9 statements
Emerging
  1. Situational attention — maintains focused awareness of evolving scene conditions during multi-unit responses, avoiding fixation on a single element while other risks emerge Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab.
  2. Emotional regulation basics — manages initial frustration or stress reactions during volatile personnel or citizen interactions before responding verbally or taking action Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab.
Developing
  1. High-stress decision intentionality — pauses to assess all available information before issuing tactical orders during active critical incidents rather than reacting to incomplete initial reports Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab. O*NET v30.2O*NET Resource Center — Occupational Information Network, v30.2 (Sept 2025). Opens in new tab.
  2. Officer wellness observation — maintains ongoing attention to signs of stress, trauma, or burnout in subordinate officers and initiates appropriate support conversations O*NET v30.2O*NET Resource Center — Occupational Information Network, v30.2 (Sept 2025). Opens in new tab.
Applying
  1. De-escalation mindfulness — applies present-moment awareness during emotionally charged citizen encounters to regulate tone, pace, and word choice in ways that reduce rather than escalate tension Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab. O*NET v30.2O*NET Resource Center — Occupational Information Network, v30.2 (Sept 2025). Opens in new tab.
  2. Deliberate shift management — begins each shift with an intentional review of personnel status, outstanding cases, and community conditions rather than reacting reactively to incoming events Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab.
  3. Use-of-force mindfulness — evaluates use-of-force situations with full contextual awareness, resisting cognitive shortcuts and anchoring bias when reviewing officer actions Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab. O*NET v30.2O*NET Resource Center — Occupational Information Network, v30.2 (Sept 2025). Opens in new tab.
Exceeding
  1. Mindful command presence — demonstrates calm, grounded authority during large-scale critical incidents that stabilizes unit performance and prevents panic-driven decision errors Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab.
  2. Organizational mindfulness modeling — teaches supervisors and officers structured attention practices applicable to high-stakes field decisions, reducing impulsive enforcement actions and improving outcomes Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab.
10Fortitude9 statements
Emerging
  1. Adverse shift persistence — maintains supervisory effectiveness and officer support through extended shifts, understaffing, or high call-volume periods without degrading performance quality Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab.
  2. Difficult conversation follow-through — completes required corrective or misconduct conversations with officers even when the interpersonal discomfort is high Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab. O*NET v30.2O*NET Resource Center — Occupational Information Network, v30.2 (Sept 2025). Opens in new tab.
Developing
  1. Critical incident leadership continuity — maintains command function and decision-making composure during active violent incidents, officer-involved shootings, or mass casualty events Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab. O*NET v30.2O*NET Resource Center — Occupational Information Network, v30.2 (Sept 2025). Opens in new tab.
  2. Sustained investigation management — directs long-duration criminal investigations through evidentiary setbacks, witness reluctance, and prosecutorial delays without abandoning case pursuit O*NET v30.2O*NET Resource Center — Occupational Information Network, v30.2 (Sept 2025). Opens in new tab.
Applying
  1. Unpopular decision execution — implements and defends operationally or legally necessary decisions that are met with officer resistance, community criticism, or media scrutiny Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab. O*NET v30.2O*NET Resource Center — Occupational Information Network, v30.2 (Sept 2025). Opens in new tab.
  2. Post-trauma unit stabilization — provides leadership continuity and psychological support to a unit following a traumatic event such as an officer fatality or use-of-force incident Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab.
  3. Sustained accountability enforcement — maintains consistent application of disciplinary standards over time despite organizational pressure to overlook repeat or popular officers' violations Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab. O*NET v30.2O*NET Resource Center — Occupational Information Network, v30.2 (Sept 2025). Opens in new tab.
Exceeding
  1. Crisis command fortitude — directs multi-unit emergency responses under conditions of extreme ambiguity, resource scarcity, and public scrutiny while sustaining tactical and moral clarity Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab. O*NET v30.2O*NET Resource Center — Occupational Information Network, v30.2 (Sept 2025). Opens in new tab.
  2. Resilience culture building — establishes unit-level support structures, peer wellness programs, and supervisory practices that sustain officer resilience through prolonged occupational adversity Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab.
Sources:Pathsmith Durable SkillsPathsmith Durable Skills Framework — America Succeeds + CompTIA. Opens in new tab.O*NET v30.2O*NET Resource Center — Occupational Information Network, v30.2 (Sept 2025). Opens in new tab.
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O*NET skills
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Knowledge domains
Public Safety and SecurityLaw and GovernmentCustomer and Personal ServiceAdministration and ManagementEnglish LanguagePsychologySociology and AnthropologyTherapy and CounselingEducation and TrainingPersonnel and Human Resources
Abilities
Oral ExpressionWritten ComprehensionOral ComprehensionProblem SensitivityWritten ExpressionDeductive ReasoningInductive ReasoningInformation OrderingSpeech ClaritySpeech Recognition
Work styles
Leadership OrientationDependabilityIntegrityStress ToleranceSelf-ControlCautiousness
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Tasks · seed anchors for statements
  1. 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.
  2. Prepare work schedules and assign duties to subordinates.
  3. Direct collection, preparation, and handling of evidence and personal property of prisoners.
  4. Investigate and resolve personnel problems within organization and charges of misconduct against staff.
  5. Explain police operations to subordinates to assist them in performing their job duties.
  6. Maintain logs, prepare reports, and direct the preparation, handling, and maintenance of departmental records.
  7. Inform personnel of changes in regulations and policies, implications of new or amended laws, and new techniques of police work.
  8. Train staff in proper police work procedures.
CIP education codes
03.020829.020343.010043.010243.010343.010443.011543.011943.012043.012243.012343.030143.030243.030343.030443.040143.040443.040743.0499

Sources: O*NET v30.2 (CC BY 4.0), SkillsCrosswalk.com, LER.me, Anthropic Economic Index, SAFI (Jadhav & Danve, 2026), WEF Skills Taxonomy 2021, Pathsmith Durable Skills Framework. © 2026 EBSCOed.