Police Lieutenant

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Police Lieutenant

California State University (CSU) Bakersfield 9001 Stockdale Highway, Bakersfield, CA 93311, USA

Job Description:

Police Lieutenant

Description

CANDIDATES ELIGIBLE TO APPLY: THIS RECRUITMENT IS AVAILABLE TO CURRENT ON-CAMPUS EMPLOYEES ONLY.

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

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

PAY BASIS: Monthly

POLICE OFFICER BENEFITS: •Excellent Health, Dental & Vision benefits • PERS Peace 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:

Department Leadership
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:

EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE - 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.

SKILLS, KNOWLEDGE & ABILITIES (SKA’s) -

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

PHYSICAL DEMANDS: MEDIUM WORK - up to 40% of the activities involve sitting, standing, squatting, kneeling or walking; lifting heavy weight objects limited to 50 pounds; may involve pushing and pulling objects within the weight limits.

ENVIRONMENTAL FACTORS: Drives motorized equipment

SPECIAL CONDITIONS:

SCREENING: Only those applicants possessing experience most directly related to the immediate needs of the office will be invited to appear before a Qualifications Appraisal Board for the purpose of appraising training, experience, and interest in the position.

BACKGROUND CHECK: Satisfactory completion of a background check (including a criminal records check) is required for employment. CSU will make a conditional offer of employment, which may be rescinded if the background check reveals disqualifying information, and/or it is discovered that the candidate knowingly withheld or falsified information. Failure to satisfactorily complete the background check may affect the continued employment of a current CSU employee who was conditionally offered the position.

Education Code 89521 Requirements: Applicants will be required to disclose whether they have received a final administrative decision or final judicial decision determining that they have committed sexual harassment within the last seven years only after a determination is made that they meet the minimum qualifications for the position, and before an offer of employment is extended. Applicants who reach the final stages of the application process must sign a release form that authorizes the release of information by the applicant’s current and/or former employers to the CSU concerning any substantiated allegations of misconduct.

SENSITIVE POSITION: Sensitive positions are designated by the CSU as requiring heightened scrutiny of individuals holding the position, based on potential for harm to children, concerns for the safety and security of the people, animals, or property, or heightened risk of financial loss to the CSU or individuals in the university community.

MANDATED REPORTER: The person holding this position is considered a general mandated reporter under the California Child Abuse and Neglect Reporting Act and is required to comply with the requirements set forth in CSU Executive Order 1083, revised July 21, 2017.

CONFLICT OF INTEREST: A “designated position” in the CSU’s Conflict of Interest Code. The successful candidate accepting this position is required to file Conflict of Interest forms subject to the regulations of the Fair Political Practices Commission.

CAMPUS SECURITY AUTHORITY (CSA): This position is designated as a Campus Security Authority (CSA). The position is required to participate in training at the direction of the Clery Director and must also promptly report allegations of reportable crimes according to the Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Campus Crime Statistics Act, its accompanying regulations; the California State Education Code, Chapter 15.5, of the Donahoe Higher Education Act, Section 67380; and the California State University system-wide policy, Code EO 1107.

GENERAL INFORMATION: It is the policy of California State University, Bakersfield to hire only United States citizens and aliens lawfully authorized to work in the United States. All new employees will be required to present documentation verifying their right to accept employment. You will also be requested to present a social security card at the time of initial appointment in compliance with state payroll regulations. State regulations require that every state employee sign the Oath of Allegiance prior to commencing the duties of his/her State employment, except legally employed non-citizens. These individuals are required to sign the Declaration of Permission to Work.

The California State University (“CSU”), including California State University, Bakersfield is committed to an inclusive and equitable community that values diversity and fosters mutual respect. All students and employees have the right to participate fully in CSU programs, activities, admission, and employment free from discrimination, harassment, sexual misconduct, sexual exploitation, dating violence, domestic violence, stalking and retaliation. The CSU Nondiscrimination Policy prohibits discrimination and harassment based on any protected status, sexual harassment, sexual misconduct, sexual exploitation, dating violence, domestic violence, stalking, prohibited consensual relationships, and retaliation.

Campus contact for our Nondiscrimination policy is Allan Williams, Associate Vice President of Civil Rights & Compliance, (661) 654-2713.

Advertised: Oct 21 2026 Pacific Daylight Time
Applications close: Nov 04 2026 Pacific Standard Time
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