Assistant Chief of Police

University of California, Riverside • Riverside, California, United States • 13h ago

Overview

Job ID 30312530
Category Security and Public Safety
Organization Health Wellbeing and Safety
Department Police
Location Main Campus - UCR
Salary $143,000 - $285,000
Date Posted April 8, 2026
Application Deadline April 29, 2026
Schedule 8AM - 5PM
Full/Part Time Full-time(100%)
Level of Supervision General Direction
Personnel Program Code Management & Sr Professional
Other Information Qualifies for Employee Referral Bonus: No
UC Internal Job: No

Position Information

The Assistant Chief of Police is under the general direction of the Chief of Police and serves as the second-in-command who assumes full command of the department in the absence of the Chief of Police. The position is on call 24/7 and directly supervises managers such as the Lieutenant(s) or Support Services Manager. The Assistant Chief assists the Chief with overseeing all operations within the department by providing leadership and goals/objectives related to, but not limited to, department policies/protocols, staff development/training, performance management, budget, projects and related benchmarks, community/media relations; coordination with campus leadership/stakeholders; and the management of critical incidents.The position periodically requires irregular work hours and includes the ability to respond 24/7 to situations in a timely manner. While the position resides within the UC Riverside campus, this position may respond to incidents at other University settings and various external venues.Please be advised that applicants are required to submit a cover letter and resume for FULL consideration.Candidates may be required to conduct a presentation, assessment or work sample as part of the interview process. The full salary range for the Assistant Chief of Police is $143,000 - $285,000 annually. However, the expected pay scale for this position is up to $252,000 annually. We base salary offers on a variety of considerations, such as education, licensure and certifications, experience, and other business and organizational needs.Applicants must have current work authorization when accepting a UCR staff position. Currently, we are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment Visa for staff.As a University employee, you will be required to comply with all applicable University policies and/or collective bargaining agreements, as may be amended from time to time. Federal, state, or local government directives may impose additional requirements.

Requirements

Educational Requirements

Degree	Requirement
Bachelor's degree and/or equivalent experience/training.	Required
Advanced degree.	Preferred

Conditions

Condition	Requirement
Ability to successfully complete other training or prerequisites as required by regulation, law or policy.	Required
Maintain POST Continuing Professional Training (CPT) and Perishable Skill (PS) training requirements for the position	Required

Experience Requirements

Experience	Requirement
8 - 13 years of related experience.	Required
Demonstrated experience at managing cirtical incidents such as but not limited to Officer Involved Shootings, major crimes and/or disaster scenes	Preferred
15 experience in law enforcement	Preferred
POST training as a Public Information Officer	Preferred
Previous supervisory/managerial experience.	Preferred
Experience as a lieutenant or other sworn police manager.	Preferred

License Requirements

License	Requirement
Required to hold valid driver's license, have a driving record that is in accordance with local policies/procedures, and/or enroll in the California Employer Pull Notice Program.	Required
Class C California Drivers' License	Required

Certification Requirements

Certification	Requirement
Possession of a POST Supervisory certificate and successful completion of the probationary period as a sergeant.	Required
Ability to successfully earn the POST Management certificate by completing a POST-certified 104-hour Management course within one year of appointment and serving as a Captain for a period of two years.	Required
Possession of a POST Advanced Certification	Required
Graduate of the POST-certified Sherman Bock Supervisory Leadership Institute program and/or POST Command College	Preferred
Graduate of the FBI National Academy and/or PERF Senior Management Institute for Police	Preferred

Special Conditions

Special Condition	Requirement
Background investigation.	Required
Successful medical and psychological evaluation.	Required
Ability to work rotating shifts in all weather conditions and for extended periods during periods of disaster or civil disorder.	Required
Is at least 21 years of age and a US citizen or has permanent resident alien status and achieves citizenship within three years.	Required
No felony convictions or other legal restrictions on the ability to carry firearms or to perform other work responsibilities.	Required
Proficiency with the police equipment (e.g., firearms, handcuffs, etc.), computers, presentation equipment, and various types of office equipment.	Required
Meets all other requirements for peace officers and the rank of Lieutenant as established by law and the California Commission on Peace Officer Standards and Training.	Required
Knowledge and understanding of current police practices, protocols, procedures and criminal justice system	Required
Exercise the utmost discretion in managing sensitive information learned in the course of performing their duties. Sensitive information includes but is not limited to employee and student records, health and patient records, financial data, strategic plans, proprietary information, and any other sensitive or non-public information learned during the course and scope of employment. Understands that sensitive information should be shared on a limited basis and actively takes steps to limit access to sensitive information to individuals who have legitimate business need to know. Ensure that sensitive information is properly safeguarded. Follow all organizational policies and laws on data protection and privacy. This includes secure handling of physical and digital records and proper usage of IT systems to prevent data leaks. The unauthorized or improper disclosure of confidential work-related information obtained from any source on any work-related matter is a violation of these expectations.	Required
Knowledge and understand of the Police Officer's Bill of Rights	Required
Knowledge and understanding of labor issues and workforce dynamics within the field of law enforcement	Required
Valid Drivers License	Required
Public Driving Record	Required
Travel	Required
Travel Outside of Normal Business Hours	Required
Knowledge and understanding of local, state and federal laws applicable to the police function.	Preferred
Knowledge and understanding of police work within a university or college environment	Preferred

Minimum Requirements

Thorough experience performing all aspects of police officer, sergeant of police and lieutenant of police functions.

Thorough knowledge of law, regulation and University policy regarding public safety and law enforcement functions.

Thorough knowledge of modern policing issues, philosophies, practices and trends as applied within the University environment. Thorough knowledge of current law enforcement management theory and administrative standards.

Thorough knowledge of budgeting and financial practices applicable to law enforcement in the University environment.

Excellent ability to communicate effectively in person and in writing. Excellent ability to take decisive action based upon sound judgment. Excellent ability to independently manage a large and complex organization with multiple priorities and limited resources.

Excellent ability to effectively orchestrate the ongoing deployment of multiple employees and resources. Excellent ability to supervise and train staff in the relevant and necessary aspects of their duties.

Ability to operate computers and other relevant or specialized technology.

Excellent knowledge of use and legal application of firearms and other police weapons, equipment or tools.

Excellent ability to credibly represent the police department in an official capacity.

Ability to safely operate motor vehicles and possess a valid California Driver's License.

Excellent problem solving ability.

Possess and demonstrate a management philosophy that is sensitive and understanding of the diversity and dynamics within the University campus and community.

Demonstrated ability to properly delegate tasks and require accountability

Experience with applying positive and negative reinforcement, and to praise and reward employees.

Excellent verbal, written (email, correspondence and reports), in person and on the telephone. This includes communicating with challenging, difficult or angry people. Demonstrated ability to communicate clearly and confidently in a public setting that may include composing accurate detailed, concise reports, memos and correspondence with proper grammar, punctuation and spelling.

Preferred Qualifications

Knowledge and successful experience with effective supervisory, management, command and leadership principles.

Develop and maintain good relationships, networks and/or partnerships with local, state and/or federal agencies.

Additional Information

In the Heart of Inland Southern California, UC Riverside is located on nearly 1,200 acres near Box Springs Mountain in Southern California; the park-like campus provides convenient access to the vibrant and growing Inland region. The campus is a living laboratory for the exploration of issues critical to growing communities' air, water, energy, transportation, politics, the arts, history, and culture. UCR gives every student, faculty and staff member the resources to explore, engage, imagine and excel.

UC Riverside is recognized as one of the most ethnically diverse research universities in the country boasting several key rankings of which we are extremely proud.

UC Riverside is proud to be ranked No. 12 among all U.S. universities, according to Money Magazine's 2020 rankings, and among the top 1 percent of universities worldwide, according to the 2019-20 Center for World University rankings.
UC Riverside is the top university in the United States for social mobility. - U.S. News 2020
UCR is a member of the University Innovation Alliance, the leading national coalition of public research universities committed to improving student success for low-income, first-generation, and students of color.
Among top-tier universities, UC Riverside ranks No. 2 in financial aid. - Business Insider 2019
Ranked No. 2 in the world for research, UCR's Department of Entomology maintains one of the largest collections of insect specimens the nation. - Center for World University Rankings
UCR's distinguished faculty boasts 2 Nobel Laureates, and 13 members of the National Academies of Science and Medicine.

The University of California is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age, protected veteran status, or other protected categories under state or federal law. It is the policy of the University of California to undertake affirmative action and anti-discrimination efforts, consistent with its obligations as a Federal and State contractor.

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