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Deputy Chief of Police

Los Angeles Unified School District
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COMPANY: Los Angeles Unified School District

POSITION: Deputy Chief of Police

 

SALARY DETAILS

$161,810 - $207,775 Annually

 

APPLICATION FILING DATES

Apply Now! The application period is open until hiring needs are met.

 

BENEFITS

Insurance: District paid premiums for your choice of several medical, dental, and vision for you and your dependents; and life insurance plans.

Retirement: Membership in the California Public Employee Retirement System (CalPERS).

Vacation: 24 days each year.

Paid Holidays: Up to 13 days.

 

INFORMATION ABOUT LAUSD

We are LAUSD. We are at the forefront of innovation in public education, focused on a clear and inspiring vision of the future for all of our students as they venture forward on their journey as lifelong learners. Here, you will have the opportunity to exercise your potential in a role supporting the business of education. Our work directly contributes toward the goal of ensuring that our students graduate ready for the world – ready to thrive in college, career and life. LAUSD is the second largest school district in the nation with an enrollment of nearly 575,000 students. We serve an area totaling 710 square miles, with over 1,190 schools and educational centers, and we employ over 74,000 individuals, making us one of the largest employers in our city.

 

DEPARTMENT

The Los Angeles School Police Department seeks a visionary and accomplished law enforcement leader to serve as Deputy Chief of Police. The ideal candidate will be a dedicated professional with extensive experience in law enforcement, a strong commitment to school-based policing, and a demonstrated passion for public safety, student well-being, and community engagement. As second in command, this individual will play a critical leadership role in shaping and implementing department-wide strategies that not only ensure the safety and security of the Los Angeles Unified School District but also foster trust and positive relationships among students, staff, families, and the broader community.

 

THE POSITION

The Deputy Chief of Police plans, organizes, and directs the activities of a bureau or a specialized assignment of the School Police Department involved in school operations, patrol, investigations, or administrative services.

 

THE IDEAL CANDIDATE

THE IDEAL CANDIDATE WILL POSSESS:

  • Proven Leadership Experience:
  • A distinguished record of progressive responsibility in law enforcement, with substantial leadership experience overseeing major operations, specialized units, or bureaus within a policing organization.
  • Educational Credentials:
  • A bachelor's degree in Criminal Justice, Public Administration, or a related field; a master's degree is strongly preferred.
  • School-Based Policing Expertise:
  • In-depth knowledge of crime prevention, campus safety protocols, and the unique challenges and opportunities of a school-centered policing model.
  • Legal and Regulatory Acumen:
  • Comprehensive understanding of California Penal, Welfare & Institutions, and Education Codes, with an ability to apply these statutes effectively to school safety matters.
  • Strategic Vision & Crisis Management Skills:
  • Exceptional judgment and decision-making abilities, with the capacity to develop forward-thinking policies, lead emergency responses, and guide complex investigations with professionalism and integrity.
  • Community-Centered Approach:
  • A genuine commitment to building lasting partnerships with diverse community stakeholders, parents, educators, and students to promote shared safety goals and mutual respect.

 

JOB DUTIES/RESPONSIBILITIES

  • Cultivating community connections with stakeholders; organizing, planning, and leading community policing events and forums; building sustained partnerships with the public and government entities; and providing meaningful dialogue and community-informed communications aimed at producing productive and durable collaborations.
  • Developing long-range planning goals for the department, recommending changes in policies, procedures, and regulations, and overseeing department personnel activities, training, and assignment of sworn personnel.
  • Developing and maintaining school police department procedures and methods for protecting District property and personnel related to school operations, patrol, investigations, and support services.
  • Evaluating and analyzing operational efficiencies and effectiveness and making appropriate recommendations.
  • Developing and conducting in-service training and staff development programs for department personnel, including the coordination of training at California Peace Officer Standards and Training (CA P.O.S.T.) approved academies.
  • Training new Police Officers, Senior Police Officers, Police Detectives, Sergeants, and Lieutenants.
  • Overseeing projects, conducting audits, preparing reports and correspondence, supervising, and reviewing the work of subordinate staff.
  • Acting as a liaison with local and national law enforcement agencies and organizations dealing with school safety, modern law enforcement management, and mutual aid situations.
  • Participating in a variety of meetings with the Superintendent of Schools, Board of Education committees, District personnel, school faculty, and local community members and groups, including law enforcement agencies, to respond to the policing needs of the District and to exchange information relating to law enforcement methodology.
  • Preparing budget requests and participating in District meetings concerning financial issues.
  • Coordinating highly sensitive investigations and the dissemination of confidential information.

 

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS

EDUCATION: Graduation from an accredited college or university with a bachelor’s degree. Additional qualifying experience may be substituted on a year-for-year basis for up to two years of the required education, provided that graduation from high school or evidence of equivalent educational proficiency is met.

 

EXPERIENCE: Two years of experience as a Lieutenant with the District or four years of sworn officer experience in a management position in a law enforcement agency within the last five years.

 

SPECIAL:

  1. Possession of a Management California Peace Officer Standards and Training (CA P.O.S.T.) Certificate or its equivalent.
  2. A valid driver’s license to legally operate a motor vehicle in the State of California and the use of a motor vehicle.
  3. An appointee must be legally authorized to work in the United States.
  4. The ability to speak and understand Spanish is preferable.
  5. Qualify biannually with departmentally approved firearms at a designated police range.

 

SPECIAL NOTES:

  1. Management class, exempt from bargaining units.
  2. An employee in this class may be subject to the reporting requirements of the District’s Conflict of Interest Code.
  3. Appointment is subject to fingerprinting, a review of criminal record, and a comprehensive background investigation.
  4. Subject to rotation in assignment, work shift, and location.
  5. Subject to 24-hour call that may include weekends.

 

SPECIAL PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

  • Good visual field and depth, color, and hue perception.
  • Hear normal voice-range frequencies.
  • Agility, strength, and stamina to make apprehensions and to protect self from attack

 

If you experience any technical difficulties with the application process, please contact our help desk at 213-241-3455 and/or email them at helpmeapply@lausd.net while describing the issues you are experiencing. They are the best source in helping you resolve any application issues.