Chief is a term used to describe someone at the top of their field, section, or area of study.
Chief could also be used in a friendly manner, such as "Whoa... Chief..." (TXF: "Theef")
A "chief suspect" is the primary suspect in a police investigation. (TXF: "Alone")
In 1952, Senator Joseph McCarthy and FBI Director J. Edgar Hoover were described as the nation's "chief red hunters." (TXF: "Travelers")
Types of Chiefs
Ranks
- Chief of Police, a police rank
- Chief Petty Officer, a rank in the US Navy
- Deputy Chief, a police rank
- Division Chief, a rank in the FBI
- Fire Chief, a fire department rank
- Section Chief, a rank in the FBI
| Ranks and Titles Within the FBI | ||
|---|---|---|
| Agent | Chief | Director |