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How much do interim police chief jobs pay per year?

As of Jun 26, 2026, the average yearly pay for interim police chief in the United States is $124,409.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $93,000.00 and $146,000.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What are some unique challenges an Interim Police Chief may face when stepping into the role on short notice?

As an Interim Police Chief, you may encounter challenges such as quickly gaining the trust of both departmental staff and the community, navigating ongoing investigations or initiatives started by your predecessor, and managing potential uncertainty within the ranks. Balancing the need for stability with potential calls for change requires strong communication and leadership skills. You’ll also need to collaborate closely with local government officials and community leaders to ensure continuity in public safety and maintain morale throughout the transition period.

What are the main responsibilities of an Interim Police Chief?

An Interim Police Chief is responsible for overseeing a police department on a temporary basis, often during a transition period between permanent chiefs. Their duties include managing daily operations, ensuring public safety, maintaining departmental policies, and providing leadership to officers and staff. They may also be tasked with implementing new initiatives, addressing community concerns, and preparing the department for a smooth transition to the next permanent chief. The interim chief must maintain stability and continuity within the department while upholding law enforcement standards.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as an Interim Police Chief, and why are they important?

To thrive as an Interim Police Chief, you need extensive law enforcement experience, leadership skills, and typically a bachelor's degree in criminal justice or a related field. Familiarity with police management systems, incident reporting software, and knowledge of state and federal regulations are essential, along with relevant certifications such as POST (Peace Officer Standards and Training). Strong decision-making, integrity, and effective communication skills help navigate community relations and lead diverse teams. These competencies ensure the department maintains public trust, operational stability, and effective policing during transitional periods.
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Infographic showing various Interim Police Chief job openings in the United States as of June 2026, with employment types broken down into 90% Full Time, and 10% Part Time. Highlights an 80% In-person, and 20% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $124,409 per year, or $59.8 per hour.
District Compliance Officer

District Compliance Officer

Imperial Valley College

Imperial, CA • On-site

$92K - $124K/yr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

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Job description

Salary : $92,327.00 - $124,085.00 Annually
Location : 380 East Aten Road, Imperial, CA
Job Type: Classified Administrator
Job Number: 26-072
Division: Human Resources
Opening Date: 03/27/2026
Closing Date: Continuous
Representative Duties
BASIC FUNCTION
Under the general direction of the Associate Vice President, Human Resources, the incumbent will coordinate the District's comprehensive compliance programs, ensuring adherence to the wide range of federal, state, and local laws and regulations applicable to a California community college. This includes, but is not limited to, Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO), Title IX, Cal/OSHA (California Occupational Safety and Health Administration), and other critical compliance areas that impact the District's operations and campus community. The position requires a broad and in-depth understanding of the complex compliance landscape specific to California community colleges to promote a safe, equitable, and legally compliant environment for students, faculty, staff, visitors, and third parties.
DISTINGUISHING CHARACTERISTICS
This classification is an administrative level position in the series of administrative classifications requiring a high level of competency in communication, judgement, confidentiality, working independently, discretion, and administrative skills. The District Compliance Officer may directly supervise staff employed within the Office of Human Resources.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES
The following duties and responsibilities describe the general nature and level of work being performed. It is not intended to be restricted or construed as an exhaustive list of all duties and responsibilities required of individuals so classified, and not all duties listed are necessarily performed by each employee in this classification.
1. Serves as the District's Title IX and Diversity Compliance Officer through the process of planning, organizing, directing, budgeting, and supervising assigned staff.
2. Oversees and/or investigates allegations of discrimination, harassment, retaliation, and sexual violence; meets regularly with complainants to determine necessary interim measures and ensures implementation; develops educational programs and training materials relating to sexual harassment, sexual violence, and other compliance issues.
3. Prepares statistical reports for analysis and reporting; monitors and oversees campus implementation of Title IX, Title 5 Discrimination compliance, Cal/OSHA regulations, and other applicable compliance frameworks.
4. Serves as the District's central resource on issues related to sexual violence, sexual and gender-based harassment, domestic and dating violence, stalking, retaliation, workplace safety, and other compliance areas, ensuring a fair, neutral, and legally compliant process for all parties
5. Coordinates and/or investigates complaints alleging violations of District policies prohibiting discrimination, harassment, retaliation, whistleblower complaints, workplace safety violations, and other compliance concerns; prepares detailed written investigatory reports.
6. Consults with the Associate Vice President, Human Resources and other District leadership on investigative findings, training and development, strategic planning, collective bargaining, employee relations, and compliance matters.
7. Engages in dispute resolution processes; maintains well-organized and thorough documentation; provides advice and guidance to conclude complaints effectively; oversees campus investigators and facilitates the use of external investigators when appropriate.
8. Coordinates and monitors compliance efforts across the District, including Title IX delegates, Educational Services, Police Department, Environmental Health & Safety, and other relevant offices, fostering collaboration to ensure comprehensive compliance.
9. Develops, implements, and recommends campus policies related to compliance, harassment prevention, workplace safety, equity, and related areas.
10.Oversees, develops, and provides education, training, and outreach programs for the campus community on prevention and reporting of sexual violence, harassment, workplace safety, retaliation, diversity and inclusion, and students of concern.
11.Presents educational programs on nondiscrimination, harassment prevention, workplace safety regulations, and ensures compliance with AB 1825 and other mandatory training requirements.
12.Monitors, oversees, and assists with the implementation of the California Whistleblower Protection Act, Clery Act, Cal/OSHA regulations, and other relevant federal, state, and local statutes affecting the District.
13.Provides or recommends targeted training to responsible employees, investigators, and other campus officials with compliance-related responsibilities.
14.Hires, trains, evaluates, and supervises assigned staff; manages office operations, budget, and resource allocation effectively.
15.Keep current with frequent changes in laws, policies, regulations, and best practices related to compliance, employment law, workplace safety, and higher education.
16.Serves District committees, task forces, advisory boards, and special projects to advance compliance, safety, equity, and diversity initiatives.
17. Leads or supports campus-wide compliance audits, risk assessments, and corrective action plans to mitigate liability and enhance institutional compliance.
18.Facilitates communication and education between administration, faculty, staff, students, and external agencies to maintain an informed and compliant campus environment.
19.Other duties as assigned.
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Minimum Qualifications
An earned Bachelor's degree from an accredited institution in human resources management, business administration, public administration, organizational management, educational management, or a related field AND a minimum of three (3) years of progressively responsible experience in compliance, human resources, investigations, or related areas, preferably in a public agency or educational setting;
OR an earned Associate's degree from an accredited institution in human resources management, business administration, public administration, organizational management, educational management, or a related field AND a minimum of six (6) years of progressively responsible experience in compliance, human resources, investigations, or related areas, preferably in a public agency or educational setting.
Desired Qualifications:
Juris Doctor in a related field of law; Experience in compliance in a California Community College, or in a CSU or UC system in human resources.
Certificates, Licenses, Special Requirements:
Certain assignments may require a valid California driver's license and the ability to maintain insurability under the district's vehicle insurance program.
Other Requirements:
Imperial Community College is committed to creating an academic and work environment that fosters diversity, equity, and inclusion and equal opportunity for all, and ensures that students, faculty, management, and staff of all backgrounds feel welcome, included, supported, and safe. Our culture of belonging, openness, and inclusion makes our district a unique and special place for individuals of all backgrounds. It is important that our employees' values align with our District's mission and goals for Equal Opportunity, Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Access.
Supplemental Information
RANGE 4 ON THE UNREPRESENTED SALARY SCHEDULE: Initial salary placement is normally at Step 1, no higher than Step 3. Please click to review current salary schedule.
IMPORTANT:
First Review of Applications:Complete application packets will be accepted until the position is filled; but those received by June 26, 2026,are assured consideration. The College reserves the right to extend time limits or reinitiate the recruitment/selection process at any point.
For Additional inquiries please contact:Gina Snow
HR Recruiter
Phone: 760-355-6210
Email:
EEO Information
Imperial Valley College is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate against persons on the basis of race, religion, national origin, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity and expression, marital status, age, disability, pregnancy, medical condition, or covered veteran status.
Employer/employee paid medical coverage options, dental, vision, and life insurance. For additional information, click
Earned annual sick leave.
Earned annual vacation leave for classified and confidential classified employees.
Enrollment in a California Retirement System.
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Please answer the following questions specifically and completely. These supplemental questions will be used with other application materials to screen applicants for interview. Applicants should submit at least one well-developed paragraph for each pf the supplemental questions. Answers should be thoughtful, substantive, carefully edited and may be much longer than one paragraph. If your response exceeds the maximum 600 character limit, you may continue your response by attaching an additional typed document. Please make sure to identify the questions by number. I have read and understand the above statements.
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Supplemental Question A: What in your background and experience make you particularly well suited for this position at Imperial Valley College?
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Supplemental Question B: How do you define Diversity? Please share an example of how your personal and professional experience have informed your perspective on diversity, equity, inclusion, and accessibility (DEIA). How do you plan to integrate DEIA in your position?
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Supplemental Question C: Discuss your experience working with diverse populations. How do you encourage and empower individuals from all backgrounds and abilities to overcome obstacles and achieve their goals? Please provide examples to help us better understand.
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