Police Lieutenant

The California State University; Bakersfield (CA); On-site; USD 121,000 - 135,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Excellent health, dental & vision

P.O.S.T. retirement benefits

13+ paid holidays

Tuition fee waiver for employees

Uniform allowance

Job summary

The California State University, Bakersfield Police Department seeks an experienced Lieutenant to lead 24/7 law enforcement operations, oversee patrol, investigations, and support services, and act as field commander at major incidents and events.

Under direction of the Chief of Police, you will coordinate safety technology, manage staffing, and establish departmental goals while ensuring compliance with university policies. This role requires strong leadership and operational expertise.

Qualifications

• Equivalent to a bachelor’s degree in criminal justice, social sciences, or related field from an accredited university and a minimum of six (6) years of recent (within 3 years) of progressively responsible law enforcement or public safety experience.
• Experience should include at least two (2) years of experience supervising other law enforcement or public safety staff.

Responsibilities

• Direct work through subordinate supervisors, managers, and assigned personnel; establish accountability for work assignments, service delivery, and compliance with Department expectations and policies.
• Oversee recruiting, testing, interviewing, and background investigations of police officers, dispatcher, and parking candidates as needed.
• Provide administrative oversight of Department attendance, payroll, staffing, and related personnel processes.
• Develop and coordinate training related to new or revised policies, procedures, directives, and general orders to ensure personnel understand and consistently apply Department requirements.

Skills

Public safety leadership

Policy administration

Incident command

Decision making

Team leadership

Education

Bachelor’s degree in criminal justice or related field

Job description

Job no: 563260
Work type: Management (MPP)
Location: Bakersfield
Categories: MPP, Administrative, At-Will, Full Time, On-site (work in-person at business location)

CLASSIFICATION TITLE: Administrator II

UNION CODE: M80

FT/PT: Full-time

PAY PLAN: 12-month

WORKPLACE TYPE: On-site (work in-person at business location)

ANTICIPATED HIRING RANGE: $10,834 - $12,084

• However, offer amount will be commensurate with candidate’s experience, education, skills, and training.

CSU CLASSIFICATION SALARY RANGE: $5,053 – $16,221

PAY BASIS: Monthly

POLICEOFFICERBENEFITS:

• Excellent Health, Dental & Vision benefits
• PERSPeace Officer Retirement, 2.5% at 57
• Employee contribution 10.5%
• Pay incentives for P.O.S.T. Intermediate and Advanced Certificates
• 14 paid holidays (includes 1 personal holiday)
• Tuition fee waiver for employees and dependents
• Pay incentives for special assignments
• Annual Uniform Allowance.

POSITION PURPOSE:

Under administrative direction of the Chief of Police, and in coordination with other Police Department Administrators, the Lieutenant is responsible for the overall administration and operation of assigned departmental functions, which may include patrol, investigations, dispatch, parking, transportation, security technology, and administrative support. The Lieutenant works with minimal direction, independently determines approaches to complex operational and administrative issues, and ensures assigned programs achieve established goals and objectives.

As a member of the Department’s executive management team, the Lieutenant participates in departmental planning, policy administration, resource coordination, and organizational decision-making. The position ensures the delivery of a comprehensive, twenty-four-hour law enforcement and security program for the University community and serves as a department representative with campus administrators, external agencies, and community partners.

The Lieutenant assumes command of major incidents, demonstrations, special events, and other critical situations as assigned. The position performs administrative, field, operational, and shift duties; remains available for emergency consultation outside normal business hours; and works nights, weekends, and holidays as operational requirements dictate. The Lieutenant also performs sworn police and law enforcement duties consistent with assignment, training, and Department policy.

DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:

• In collaboration and coordination with the other Administrators in the University Police Department, oversee the effective management and operations of the patrol, support services, and/or parking division ensuring a comprehensive, twenty-four-hour, law enforcement and security program for the entire campus community (including the immediate surrounding community).
• Assume department leadership responsibilities during non-business hours and in the absence of the Chief of Police when assigned.
• Oversee the investigation and follow-up of criminal, civil, internal, and citizen complaint matters after completion of initial patrol reports, ensuring investigations are thorough, timely, properly documented, and consistent with Department policy.
• Review police reports and related records for accuracy, completeness, and compliance with Department requirements; coordinate corrections and follow-up actions as needed.
• Represent the University before federal, state, and local regulatory agencies, as required, to protect the University’s interest in matters of law enforcement and safety.
• Serve as field commander at the scene of major incidents, demonstrations and/or special events.
• Perform sworn police and law enforcement duties, including emergency response, incident management, investigations, report review, enforcement activities, and other duties consistent with assignment and Department
• policy.
• Serve as the primary coordinator for new alarms, cameras, and safety technology once authority from Chief of Police has been achieved. Coordinate authorization, vendor quotes, installation, repairs, service requests, campus access, and communication with campus requestors and service providers.
• Serve as management representative for organizational wellness program within UPD. Seek ways to provide positive programs for UPD staff, educate and remind staff of programs available under EOP benefits, and look for ways to conduct team building and family events within UPD.
• Keep the Chief of Police informed of significant activities, operational conditions, personnel matters, emerging risks, unresolved issues, and progress toward departmental goals.
• Remain available for emergency consultation and perform administrative, field, operational, and shift assignments outside normal business hours, including nights, weekends, and holidays, as operational requirements dictate.

University & Community Partnerships

• Serve as a principal internal contact for assigned Police Department functions and establish effective working relationships with University administrators, department heads, supervisors, and campus partners.
• Interact with administrators and supervisors of other University departments and law enforcement agencies to promote positive working relationships and ensure that the missions of the Department and University are fulfilled.
• Communicate Department policies, procedures, operational expectations, and public safety information to University personnel, law enforcement partners, and members of the campus community.
• Receive, evaluate, and disseminate critical information related to public safety, operational conditions, emerging risks, and significant incidents.
• Coordinate the Department’s participation in University events, committees, working groups, and task forces as assigned.
• Develop, implement, and evaluate community-oriented policing and crime prevention strategies in collaboration with campus and community partners.

Staff Supervision & Operations

• Direct work through subordinate supervisors, managers, and assigned personnel; establish accountability for work assignments, service delivery, and compliance with Department expectations and policies.
• Oversee, coordinate, and implement recruiting, testing, interviewing, and background investigations of police officers, dispatcher, and parking candidates as needed.
• In coordination with UPD Administrators, provide oversight and management responsibilities over CSUB parking staff, parking program, and communications center operations as needed.
• Provide administrative oversight of Department attendance, payroll, staffing, and related personnel processes.
• Provide guidance to supervisors and staff in resolving difficult operational, personnel, public safety, and service-related issues.
• Coordinate, identify, and correct operational deficiencies within areas of responsibility in an appropriate and timely manner.

Policy & Compliance Oversight

• Monitor and coordinate professional credentialing, certification tracking, and required personnel records to support continued employee eligibility and compliance with law enforcement requirements.
• Direct the systematic review, evaluation, and updating of the CSU Bakersfield Police Department Policies and Procedures Manual, general orders, directives, and related operational documents.
• Recommend modifications to Department and campus policies and participate with the management team in the development and administration of policies affecting the Department, University, or broader law enforcement operations.
• As assigned, develop new procedures, directives, training materials, and related electronic or printed resources in response to legislative changes, accreditation requirements, operational needs, or identified deficiencies.
• Develop and coordinate training related to new or revised policies, procedures, directives, and general orders to ensure personnel understand and consistently apply Department requirements.
• Prepare or coordinate daily training bulletins, policy updates, and other communications as assigned to reinforce operational expectations and keep personnel informed.
• Coordinate or assist with accreditation audits, compliance reviews, policy assessments, corrective actions, and supporting documentation.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:

Equivalent to a bachelor’s degree in criminal justice, social sciences, or related field from an accredited university and a minimum of six (6) years of recent (within 3 years) of progressively responsible law enforcement or public safety experience. Experience should include at least two (2) years of experience supervising other law enforcement or public safety staff. A combination of relevant education and experience may be considered.

LICENSES – Documents must be attached to your application.

• Possession of a valid driver’s license or the ability to obtain by date of hire.
• Possession of a current P.O.S.T. Advanced Certificate and P.O.S.T. Supervisory Certificate are required.

SKILLS, KNOWLEDGE & ABILITIES (SKA’s) –

• Regular and reliable attendance is required.
• Knowledge of law enforcement procedures as they relate to the University jurisdiction, Crime Prevention, Patrol and Communications Units.
• Demonstrated commitment to CSU Bakersfield’s mission and goals as a student-centered University dedicated to teaching excellence and active learning with a university first perspective and a customer focused strategy.
• Demonstrated ability to establish a clear and understandable vision for the University Police Department, engage the University community in the implementation of the vision and build the operational components to execute the vision
• Demonstrated ability to lead and enable groups of people to face challenges and achieve results in complex conditions. Ability to hold subordinates accountable for work product and applicable laws, procedures and policies.
• A demonstrated commitment to inclusiveness and access in all areas of the University.
• Demonstrated ability to develop and support on‑going learning and professional development for staff, managers, and emerging leaders.
• Demonstrated ability to identify current and future challenges and propose and implement effective solutions.
• Ability to make effective decisions with sound analytical ability, good judgment, and strong operational focus.
• Ability to effectively create and implement long- and short-term goals.
• Knowledge of the California Peace Officers Bill of Rights.
• Thorough knowledge of community policing programs, public safety procedures and law enforcement and security methods.
• Knowledge of California Penal Code and related codes/ laws in the State of California
• Understanding and ability to apply emergency preparedness and disaster control procedures.
• Knowledge of and skill in the use and care of firearms and other police equipment.
• Knowledge of first aid techniques.
• Ability to follow all University policies, procedures, and guidelines including but not limited to safety, civility, information security and non-discrimination policies and procedures.
• Proven ability to interpret and evaluate policies and procedures and formulate proposals for implementation and improvement.
• Knowledge of personnel management theories, principles, practices, and techniques.
• Experience in directing multiple complex tasks and projects of a diverse nature simultaneously.
• Demonstrated understanding of the concepts of the Incident Command