Detective Sergeant

CSUN strives to be a destination workplace, where everyone understands that they belong to a community that is vital in advancing student success and providing exemplary service to all stakeholders. We foster an environment of success, both for our students and our employees, with a relentless passion for celebrating diversity, equity, and inclusion as well as being an employer of choice.

Responsibilities

• Conducts and oversees complex criminal investigations as the lead case investigator, handling major and special/sensitive crimes while coordinating investigative activities within the Investigations Unit.
• Provides investigative support for threat assessment cases, including workplace violence, mental health-related incidents, and Title IX matters, ensuring appropriate evaluation, response, and coordination.
• Ensures comprehensive victim and witness support services, including protective measures, resource referrals, and consistent application of victim assistance programs across all cases.
• Coordinates key administrative and operational functions, including case/file management, sex offender registrant tracking, VIP security, asset forfeiture programs, and liaison activities with external agencies and partners.
• Oversees evidence and property management, crime scene processing, and supports specialized operations such as surveillance, search warrants, inter-agency collaboration, training, and policy compliance.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent. Bachelor's degree preferred.
• Equivalent to three years of law enforcement experience in a sworn capacity. Six years of active law enforcement experience and two years of investigative experience preferred.
• Must be free of any felony convictions; have good moral character; meet pre-employment requirements, including physical exam, psychological exam, drug test, and pass a comprehensive POST background investigation.
• Completion of a POST Supervisory Program is desirable or must be completed within one year of appointment.
• Possess a valid POST Certificate of Eligibility or a POST Basic Certificate in good standing. California POST Intermediate certificate preferred.
• Eligible to be a peace officer in the State of California.
• Possession of a valid California Driver's License is required.

Skills

• Extensive knowledge of criminal investigation techniques, including evidence collection and preservation, interview and interrogation methods, and case development strategies.
• Demonstrated ability to analyze complex incidents, apply legal standards, prepare search warrants and subpoenas, and coordinate investigative activities through to court proceedings.
• Proven ability to conduct and coordinate sensitive investigations involving mental health incidents, missing persons, juvenile matters, and Title IX cases.
• Skilled in surveillance and undercover operations, with the ability to plan and execute investigative actions while ensuring compliance with legal, procedural, and safety requirements.
• Comprehensive knowledge of threat assessment principles and violence risk evaluation, including workplace and domestic violence dynamics.
• Demonstrated ability to assess potential threats, conduct detailed investigations and interviews, and implement strategies to mitigate risks and enhance personal and community safety.
• Strong ability to coordinate with multidisciplinary teams, including behavioral intervention groups, university services, and law enforcement units.
• Skilled in managing complex, sensitive situations, supporting stakeholders, and facilitating communication to address safety concerns, operational needs, and incident response effectively.

Pay

The anticipated hiring rate is $9,759 - $11,449 per month, dependent on qualifications and experience. The salary range for this classification is $7,763 - $11,449 per month.

Schedule

Full Time; 40 hours per week; Monday through Friday. May include evenings and weekends. This is a regular position with a one-year probationary period. The individual hired for this role will physically work on-campus in Northridge.

Benefits

The university offers an excellent benefits package, including but not limited to: medical, dental, vision, retirement & savings, and tuition waiver.