Campus Safety Chief & Emergency Management Leader

Kern Community College District; Bakersfield (CA); On-site; USD 120,000 - 190,000; Full time

Job summary

Kern Community College District seeks a Chief of Police/Executive Director of College Safety to lead all campus safety operations at Bakersfield College. The role manages sworn and non-sworn personnel, directs emergency response, and ensures compliance with Clery, Title IX, and POST standards.

The executive oversees budgeting, policy development, and interagency coordination, serving as a primary college official for safety matters across district campuses.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in administration of justice, criminology, or related field or equivalent experience.
• Five years of progressively responsible public law enforcement experience, including at least three in a command/management role.
• POST certificate per California Penal Code 832 prerequisites.
• California POST certs (Basic/Intermediate/Advanced/Supervisory).
• Valid First Aid and CPR certificates.

Responsibilities

• Plan, direct, and manage college law enforcement and safety operations.
• Oversee 24-hour safety operation, investigations, and event security.
• Develop policies and procedures for safety, emergency management, and compliance.
• Coordinate emergency planning, training, and business continuity.
• Maintain relations with local, state, and federal safety partners.

Skills

Executive leadership

Public safety management

Emergency management

Policy development

Budget planning

Staff supervision

Crisis response

Community policing

Education

Bachelor’s degree in justice/public administration/related field

Master’s degree (preferred)

Job description

Kern Community College District seeks a Chief of Police/Executive Director of College Safety to lead all campus safety operations at Bakersfield College. The role manages sworn and non-sworn personnel, directs emergency response, and ensures compliance with Clery, Title IX, and POST standards.

The executive oversees budgeting, policy development, and interagency coordination, serving as a primary college official for safety matters across district campuses.