Constitutional Policing Administrator (CPA)-Cit...

The Constitutional Policing Administrator (CPA) is an at-will management classification that plays a critical role in serving as compliance, technical assistance, and accountability function embedded within the Oakland Police Department (OPD). This position regularly provides updates to the Mayor and City Administrator on a wide range of OPD operations, policies, and procedures. The CPA partners with internal and external stakeholders to build public trust in OPD by providing hands-on technical assistance in all areas of OPD operations, including recruitment, contracts, internal audits, risk management, and police operations.

About the role

This vital position provides consistent support and accountability as OPD focuses on policy and constitutional law adherence, and community trust building. The Constitutional Policing Administration must exercise considerable initiative and independent judgment in reviewing and resolving operational problems and policy matters that may arise. The incumbent receives direction from an Assistant City Administrator or the City Administrator.

The CPA will enhance internal accountability, update the Mayor and City Administrator on a wide range of OPD operations, and ensure compliance with the principles of constitutional policing. The CPA will be guided by national best practices and the Negotiated Settlement Agreement (NSA). The CPA fosters and maintains effective and collaborative relationships with a variety of stakeholders, including City departments, internal governing bodies, regional and state partners, community organizations and leaders, and other public and private agencies.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university, with major coursework or concentration in law enforcement, police science, criminal justice, social justice, social science, public or business administration, law, or a closely related field. An advanced degree, such as a juris doctorate, Master’s degree, or higher, is desirable.
• Five (5) years of professional experience in a legal or administrative setting that includes substantial responsibility for conducting investigations, audits, policy analysis, and/or oversight activities related to law enforcement issues. Senior-level executive management experience is highly desirable.
• Valid California Driver’s License (required throughout tenure of employment).
• Possession of a certification from the National Association of Civilian Oversight of Law Enforcement as a Certified Practitioner of Oversight is desirable.

Benefits

• Generous medical insurance
• Life insurance
• Automobile allowance
• Paid holidays, vacation, sick leave, and management leave
• CalPERS retirement
• Voluntary deferred compensation

Pay

Annual salary range: $175,879.44 to $263,819.28. Salary is negotiable within the defined range depending on qualifications.