Director of Police Accountability
Listed on 2026-05-30
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Government
Government Affairs
Director of Police Accountability
City of Berkeley, California
Salary Range: $169,787 - $254,680 DOE/DOQ
The City of Berkeley, California is seeking a principled and collaborative leader to serve as its next Director of Police Accountability. Reporting directly to the City Council, the Director leads Berkeley's independent civilian police oversight function and works closely with the Police Accountability Board (PAB) to promote transparency, accountability, and public trust in policing. This highly visible role oversees complex misconduct investigations, evaluates police policies and procedures, and helps strengthen systems of civilian oversight and constitutional policing.
The Director oversees a team of three and an approximate $1.7 million budget while serving as a trusted advisor and community-facing leader. The ideal candidate will bring substantial experience in police oversight, investigations, and policy evaluation, along with exceptional communication, political acumen, stakeholder engagement, political and organizational savvy, courage, and relationship-building skills. This is an outstanding opportunity for a respected oversight professional to help shape the future of police accountability in one of the nation's most civically engaged communities.
Advance transparency, accountability, and community trust - apply today!
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