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Job Summary
Under the direction of the Chief of Police, the Manager of Police Administrative Services serves as a senior member of the University Police Department leadership team and directs all administrative, fiscal, accreditation, human resources, and technology coordination functions of the department. The position ensures regulatory compliance, fiscal integrity, operational efficiency, and alignment with university priorities while supervising the Administrative Services Unit.
Key Responsibilities
- CSULB PD Accreditation: Provides leadership and direct supervision of the Accreditation program.
- Police Administrative Operations: Directs and evaluates the administrative division of the Police Department through subordinate managers; develops and implements management controls and reviews systems for managing operations effectively; evaluates and reviews facilities use and recommends modifications.
- Community Service Officer (CSO) & Intern Program Management: Manages all aspects of the CSO and Intern Program, including hiring, supervision, operations, scheduling, coordination, equipment, uniforms, vehicles, mentoring and coaching with the support of assigned Corporal CSO Program Liaison.
- Budget & Financial Management: Oversees the execution and management of contractual agreements for CSULB PD as primary liaison with campus partners, such as purchasing and procurement.
- Human Resources: Administer UPD Human Resources functions including managing of: recruitments, employee relations, payroll, workers’ compensation, position management, and various employment processes. Serve as the liaison with Human Resources Management for all other HR, Employee Relations, Payroll, Worker’s Compensation and Benefits related issues.
Department
University Police
Duration of Appointment
This is a regular, at-will position.
Classification
Administrator I
Compensation
Salary placement is determined by the education, experience, and qualifications the candidate brings to the position, internal equity, and the hiring department’s fiscal resources.
Hiring Range: The hiring range for this position is $6,589 - $8,166 per month commensurate with candidate's education, experience, skills, and training.
Benefits
At California State University (CSU), we prioritize the health, growth, and success of our employees. Our benefits program reflects our commitment to your overall well-being.
To be eligible for full benefits, employees must be appointed at least half-time (.50 FTE) with an appointment lasting more than six months and one day. Benefits eligibility and offerings may vary based on appointment type, classification, and applicable collective bargaining agreement. Eligible employees may have access to a comprehensive benefits package that can include:
- Paid Time Off: Up to 24 vacation days per year (based on employee group and/or length of service), 14 paid holidays, and 12 sick days annually with unlimited accrual.
- Health Coverage: A variety of medical, dental, and vision plans.
- Retirement Plans: Participation in the CalPERS defined benefit plan, along with voluntary savings options such as 403(b), 401(k), and 457 plans.
- Educational Benefits: Tuition fee waiver programs for eligible employees; dependent eligibility varies by employee group and bargaining unit.
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP): Confidential counseling and support services for employees and their families.
- Additional Benefits: Wellness programs, professional development opportunities, and insurance options including life, disability, and pet insurance.
Candidates are encouraged to review the appropriate CSU Employee Benefits Summary for details specific to their position. Additionally, the CSU Total Compensation Calculator is available to help prospective employees understand the full value of the CSU benefits package and how it complements base salary.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
Advanced knowledge of public sector budgeting and financial management. Strong supervisory and leadership skills. Knowledge of accreditation standards and regulatory compliance. Ability to interpret and apply CSU policies and federal/state regulations. High-level communication and interpersonal skills. Ability to maintain confidentiality and exercise sound judgment.
Demonstrated commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion. Ability to communicate with an ethnically and culturally diverse campus community. Ability to follow all university policies, procedures, and guidelines including but not limited to safety, civility, information security, and non-discrimination policies and procedures. Ability to contribute to a positive university experience for each and every student and assist in achieving the university's commitment to a "vision of excellence."
Education and Experience
• Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Financial Management, Criminal Justice, Public Policy, or related field.
Minimum five (5) years of progressively responsible administrative or management experience.
• Demonstrated experience in supervision, budget development, fiscal analysis, and compliance management.
• Experience maintaining CALEA or IACLEA accreditation preferred.
•Must successfully complete background investigation. Must comply with CSU Mandated Reporter requirements.
•May be required to respond during campus emergencies. On-site position.
•Access to confidential and sensitive information. Authority to commit financial resources and approve expenditures.
Licenses / Certificates
• Ability to pass a comprehensive background investigation including LiveScan fingerprinting.
• Valid California Driver’s License required
Application Procedures
Click “Apply Now” to complete the CSULB Online Employment Application.
Please fill out the application completely. It is important that all sections of the online application are completed fully and accurately. Be sure to include all relevant education and experience. Your application will be used to determine whether you meet the minimum qualifications for this position.
Physical Summary
Sedentary work - Involves mainly sitting. Walking and standing are minimal. Lifting is limited to lightweight objects (10 pounds or less).
Additional Information
CSULB is not a sponsoring agency for staff and management positions (i.e. H-1B Visas).
A background check (including a criminal records check) must be completed satisfactorily and is required for employment. CSULB 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.
Due to the nature of this position, current CSULB employees are subject to a criminal record check unless they have successfully completed a criminal background check through CSULB within the past 12 months.
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 Revised July 21, 2017 as a condition of employment.
Conflict of Interest: The duties of this position will include participation in decisions that may have a material financial benefit to the incumbent. Therefore, the selected candidate will be required to file Conflict of Interest Form 700: Statement of Economic Interest on an annual basis, complete ethics training within 6 months of appointment, and attend this training every other year thereafter.
Equal Employment Statement
Consistent with California law and federal civil rights laws, CSULB provides equal opportunity in employment without unlawful discrimination or preferential treatment based on race, sex, color, ethnicity, national origin, or other protected status. CSULB complies with Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972, the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act, the California Equity in Higher Education Act, California’s Proposition 209 (Art. I, Section 31 of the California Constitution), other applicable state and federal anti-discrimination laws, and CSU’s Nondiscrimination Policy. We prohibit discriminatory preferential treatment, segregation based on race or any other protected status, and all forms of discrimination, harassment, and retaliation in all university programs, policies, and practices.
California State University Long Beach expects respectful, professional behavior from its employees in all situations. Acts of harassment or abusive conduct are prohibited. Demonstrated appropriate professional behavior, treating others with civility and respect, and refusing to tolerate abusive conduct is expected of all employees.
Accommodations
We provide reasonable accommodations to applicants and employees with disabilities. Applicants with questions about access or requiring a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application or hiring process should contact StaffHR-Accommodations@csulb.edu.
Out of State Employment Policy
California State University, Long Beach, as part of the CSU system, is a State of California Employer. As such, the University requires all employees upon date of hire to reside in the State of California.
As of January 1, 2022 the CSU Out-of-State Employment Policy prohibits the hiring of employees to perform CSU-related work outside the state of California.