Police Lieutenant

Working Title: Police Lieutenant

Department Name: University Police

Division: Administration and Finance

Classification Title: Administrator II

Position Salary Range: $11,000 - $14,355 per month

The anticipated hiring range for this position is $12,000 to 13,000 per month.

Salary is commensurate with experience.

Review of applications will begin Monday, November 9, 2026, and the position will remain open until filled. Applicants who apply by the first review date will be given first consideration.

MPP employees serve at the pleasure of the campus President. MPPs do not serve a probationary period and never receive permanent status.

About the Department/Position

The University Police Department at California State University, Dominguez Hills is committed to providing a safe, secure, and service-oriented environment that supports student success, academic excellence, and community engagement. The department partners with campus stakeholders and surrounding law enforcement agencies to deliver comprehensive public safety services to a diverse university community.

Reporting directly to the Chief of Police, the Police Lieutenant serves as a key member of the department's executive leadership team and oversees the patrol, investigations, parking, dispatch, and transportation functions of the department. The position is responsible for ensuring a comprehensive 24-hour law enforcement and security program across campus and the surrounding community. The Lieutenant serves as a field commander during major incidents, demonstrations, special events, and emergencies while providing leadership, strategic planning, policy development, operational oversight, and personnel management. The position is expected to be available for on-call response and may be required to work nights, weekends, holidays, and other non-traditional hours as operational needs dictate.

Special Working Conditions: 24/7 operation to include nights, weekends, holidays, and on-call.

Overview of Duties and Responsibilities

• Lead and manage patrol operations, criminal investigations, dispatch services, parking enforcement, transportation services, and campus safety programs.
• Serve as field commander during critical incidents, emergencies, demonstrations, major events, and other significant law enforcement operations.
• Supervise, mentor, evaluate, and develop subordinate supervisors and police personnel while fostering accountability and professional excellence.
• Oversee the review, development, implementation, and training of departmental policies and procedures to ensure compliance with applicable laws, CSU requirements, and industry best practices.
• Participate as a member of the department's executive leadership team, providing strategic direction, operational oversight, and independent decision-making.
• Collaborate with university administrators, campus departments, community organizations, and external law enforcement agencies to support institutional goals and public safety initiatives.
• Assist in budget planning, fiscal management, resource allocation, and payroll-related activities.
• Coordinate emergency preparedness, incident command activities, and response efforts utilizing ICS, SEMS, and NIMS principles.
• Perform sworn law enforcement duties, including emergency response, investigations, crowd management, traffic enforcement, and related public safety functions as needed.
• Maintain professional law enforcement certifications and ensure compliance with POST training requirements.

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree from an accredited institution.
• Minimum five (5) years of progressively responsible sworn law enforcement experience.
• Minimum two (2) years of supervisory experience as a Sergeant, Watch Commander, or equivalent law enforcement supervisory assignment.
• Possession of a California POST Supervisory Certificate or eligibility to obtain the certificate upon appointment.
• Must satisfy all POST requirements for employment as a peace officer.
• Ability to successfully complete all requirements for a California POST Management Certificate within the timeframe established by POST following appointment.
• Valid California Driver's License.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Demonstrated knowledge of law enforcement principles, practices, procedures, and regulations applicable to a university environment.
• Proven ability to exercise sound judgment, make independent decisions, and effectively manage complex and sensitive situations.
• Strong leadership and personnel management skills, including employee supervision, performance management, coaching, and organizational development.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills with the ability to effectively collaborate with campus constituents, community members, and external agencies.
• Knowledge of emergency management frameworks, including the Incident Command System (ICS), Unified Command, Standardized Emergency Management System (SEMS), and National Incident Management System (NIMS).
• Experience managing multiple projects, priorities, and operational functions simultaneously.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite and technology systems that support law enforcement and administrative operations.
• Demonstrated commitment to professionalism, civility, diversity, equity, inclusion, and customer service.

Preferred Qualifications

• Advanced leadership experience within a municipal, county, state, university, or campus law enforcement agency.
• Experience developing and implementing law enforcement policies and procedures.
• Experience managing departmental budgets and fiscal resources.
• Experience serving in emergency management, incident command, or crisis response leadership roles.
• Experience working in a higher education or campus public safety environment

To view the full position description, click “Position Description” above.

General Information

• Satisfactory completion of a background check (including a criminal records check) is required for employment. Failure to satisfactorily complete the background check may affect the application status of applicants or the continued employment of current CSU employees who apply for the position. Qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with the Fair Chance Hiring Ordinance and State Law.
• In accordance with the California State University (CSU) Out-of-State Employment Policy, the CSU is a state entity whose business operations reside within the State of California and prohibits hiring employees to perform CSU-related work outside of California.
• The CSU system offers a competitive total compensation benefits package for employees and qualifying dependents, including medical, dental, vision, retirement, and tuition assistance. It is our goal to compensate employees equitably and fairly. You can access a full description of our benefits here.
• California State University Dominguez Hills is not currently sponsoring staff or management positions for H-1B employment visas.
• The person holding this position is considered a `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 as a condition of employment.
• This position is a "designated position" in the California State University'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.
• Possession of a valid Driver's License is required. Employees in this position will be enrolled in the Department of Motor Vehicles (DMV) Government Employer Pull Notice Program.

Closing Statement

California State University, Dominguez Hills, is strongly committed to achieving excellence through a diverse workforce. Individuals with disabilities requesting accommodations under the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) may call the Human Resources Office at (310) 243-3771.

California State University Dominguez Hills is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We consider qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, ancestry, age, sex, gender, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, genetic information, medical condition, disability, marital status, or protected veteran status.

Employees at California State University, Dominguez Hills shall abide by the Nondiscrimination Statement.

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 7 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 also 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.

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