Chief of Police & Director of Public Safety (Administrator III), University Police Department

About the role

The Chief of Police and Director of Public Safety at California State University, San Bernardino is responsible for leading and managing all law enforcement operations on a 24/7, year-round basis. This includes patrol, investigations, crime suppression, and emergency response. The position requires extensive supervision level experience in leading and managing a law enforcement workforce, with a focus on administration, investigations, and patrol.

Responsibilities

• Enforce federal, state, and California State University regulations while establishing policies, procedures, and work methods.
• Oversee departmental and state-mandated training programs for all sworn and civilian staff.
• Manage the department’s budget (approximately $3.8M), including General Fund, Foundation, Grant, and Parking Fund resources.
• Oversee all personnel decisions, including hiring, development, and performance management, as well as departmental purchasing.
• Promote a partnership policing philosophy through collaboration with campus leadership, academic units, and community stakeholders.
• Lead campus public safety awareness and crime prevention initiatives and ensure compliance with federal and state crime reporting mandates.
• Build and maintain relationships with media, community organizations, and local/state agencies; participate in campus and community committees.
• Direct the campus Emergency Management Program, coordinating preparedness and response efforts for incidents such as natural disasters, public safety threats, and hazardous events.
• Collaborate with internal departments and external agencies to develop emergency procedures and ensure effective response coordination.
• Coordinate fire prevention and response efforts with Facilities and local fire agencies; support delivery of emergency medical services in partnership with health and safety units.
• Work closely with Environmental Health & Safety on compliance, hazard mitigation, and safety education programs; support regulatory committees as required.
• Serve as Director of the Emergency Operations Center during activations and oversee emergency staffing and deployment strategies.
• Support the campus CARE Team efforts, supporting crisis response and intervention for students, faculty, and staff.
• Represent the university and/or Division of Administration and Finance on committees, at conferences, and in external engagements.
• Respond to medical, fire, and law enforcement incidents as needed, including outside normal working hours.

Requirements

• Minimum of 10 years of supervisory level experience in leading and managing a law enforcement workforce.
• Current management and advanced California POST certifications or eligibility to attain them within 12 months of hire.
• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university—study in the areas of criminal justice administration, business administration, psychology, or a related field preferred.
• Master’s degree desirable along with prior University law enforcement experience and knowledge of University regulations.

Qualifications

• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills (including being a good listener) to interact and communicate effectively with faculty, staff, students, and external constituencies, both verbally and in writing.
• Advanced time management and analytical skills.
• Strong critical thinking, analytical, research, problem-solving, and conflict resolution skills.
• Ability to build effective teams through goal setting, defining responsibilities, empowering team members, providing feedback, and adhering to deadlines.
• Strong negotiating skills to settle issues and maintain harmony in the team.
• Demonstrated proficiency in ability to effectively use common computer and technology programs and related computer software packages (e.g., Microsoft Office Suite, Zoom, etc.) in the course of assigned duties.

Skills

• Leadership and management skills.
• Effective communication and interpersonal skills.
• Advanced time management and analytical skills.
• Strong critical thinking, analytical, research, problem-solving, and conflict resolution skills.
• Ability to build effective teams through goal setting, defining responsibilities, empowering team members, providing feedback, and adhering to deadlines.
• Strong negotiating skills to settle issues and maintain harmony in the team.
• Demonstrated proficiency in ability to effectively use common computer and technology programs and related computer software packages (e.g., Microsoft Office Suite, Zoom, etc.) in the course of assigned duties.

Benefits

The anticipated salary range for this position is $6,891 - $16,479 per month. The CSU system provides a comprehensive benefit package that includes medical, dental and vision plans, membership in the California Public Employees Retirement System (CalPERS), sick and vacation time, and 15 paid holidays a year. Eligible employees are also able to participate in the fee waiver education program. A summary of benefit information can be found here.

Pay

The anticipated salary range for this position is $6,891 - $16,479 per month.

Schedule

This is a full-time management (MPP) position. MPP employees serve at the pleasure of the campus President. MPPs do not serve a probationary period and never receive permanent status. This position is a "designated position" in the California State University's Conflict of Interest Code. The scope of responsibilities for this position includes making or participating in decisions that may have a material financial benefit to the incumbent. Therefore, the individual holding this position is required to file an initial Conflict of Interest: Statement of Economic Interests ("Form 700") within thirty (30) days from the date of hire and on an annual basis. In addition, the individual holding this position must complete the required conflict of interest training within thirty (30) days of their appointment and at least once during each consecutive period of two calendar years following the appointment, subject to the Fair Political Practices Commission regulations.