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

About the role

The Chief of Police and Director of Public Safety position at California State University, San Bernardino is seeking a leader with extensive supervision level experience in leading and managing a law enforcement workforce. The ideal candidate will have a bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university, with study in criminal justice administration, business administration, psychology, or a related field, and a minimum of command level experience in law enforcement.

Responsibilities

• Provide overall leadership and direction for all law enforcement operations on a 24/7, year-round basis, including patrol, investigations, crime suppression, and emergency response.
• 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.
• Support the campus CARE Team efforts, supporting crisis response and intervention for students, faculty, and staff.
• Serve as Director of the Emergency Operations Center during activations and oversee emergency staffing and deployment strategies.
• 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 command level experience in leading and managing a law enforcement workforce.
• Must possess a POST Management certificate or be able to obtain one within 12 months of hire.
• A bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university with study in criminal justice administration, business administration, psychology, or a related field is required.
• Prior law enforcement experience in a university or educational setting.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills (including being a good listener).
• 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.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree preferred.

Skills

• High-level discretion and maintaining confidentiality.
• Effective use of common computer and technology programs and related computer software packages (e.g., Microsoft Office Suite, Zoom, etc.).

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.

Position Information

• Work status: Full-time/Exempt/At-will
• Academic year schedule: Monday through Friday (8:00 am – 5:00 pm), some evenings/weekends.
• Summer schedule: Monday through Thursday (7:00 am - 5:30 pm), some evenings/weekends.
• 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.