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Candice Cobarrubias

Long Beach,CA

Summary

With over two decades immersed in law enforcement, my journey has been anchored in Executive Management within a progressive police force in Southern California. My expertise spans diverse domains including Patrol Operations, Finance, Grant Writing, Logistics, Event Planning, Intelligence Gathering, Jail Operations, Technology, and Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI). I champion a teaching methodology that seamlessly weaves academic theory with tangible, relatable experiences. By fostering compassionate and secure dialogues, I strive to bridge the gap between theory and real-world application, creating a dynamic learning environment.

Overview

28
28
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

President

Inspired2Elevate, Inc.
05.2024 - Current

Consulting for Professional Development and Grant Writing

At the core of our ethos lies a commitment to guiding our clients towards unprecedented success through customized consulting services. We strive to ignite innovation, cultivate growth, and unlock maximum potential. Driven by a fervor for excellence and a relentless pursuit of tangible outcomes, we empower both individuals and organizations to flourish amidst constant evolution.

Adjunct Professor, Sol Price School

University Of Southern California
08.2022 - Current

This course is structured to deepen students' comprehension of the criminal justice system and its integration with legal principles within the realm of public policy. It involves an in-depth analysis of contemporary issues and events within the legal system and their implications on the formulation of public policies, covering agenda setting, alternative development, and policy implementation, with a specialized focus on crime-related matters.

Police Captain, Retired

Santa Monica Police Department
06.1996 - 12.2023

Executive command of Patrol Operations, including the Field Officer Training Program, Downtown Services, and Specialized Details. Mangement of over 80 sworn and professional staff. Served as the first Equity and Inclusion Officer (DEI). Acted as the liaison with the Office of Emergency Management, leading responses to the 2020 Covid Pandemic, 2020 civil unrest, and other Hazard Management incidents. Oversight of a $101 million budget. Executive management experience in Traffic Management, Planning and Intelligence, Jail Operations, Animal Control, Logistics, Technology, and Grant Writing.

Education

Master of Arts - Public Administration

University of Southern California
Los Angeles, CA
08.1995

Bachelor of Arts - Political Science

California State Polytechnic University, Pomona
Pomona, CA
05.1993

Skills

  • Proficiency in grant writing and peer review
  • Strategic Planning
  • Organizational Leadership
  • Leadership Team Building
  • Strategic Visioning
  • Innovation and Creativity
  • Political Savvy
  • Crisis Management
  • Operational Excellence

Certification

  • Grant Writing Certification, University of Southern Carolina
  • California POST Executive Management
  • Senior Management Institute for Police - Boston University
  • FBI Executive Management
  • Emergency Preparedness Incident Command - TEEX
  • Media Relations
  • Criminal Investigations - Financial Crimes, Arson, Domestic Terrorism

Timeline

President

Inspired2Elevate, Inc.
05.2024 - Current

Adjunct Professor, Sol Price School

University Of Southern California
08.2022 - Current

Police Captain, Retired

Santa Monica Police Department
06.1996 - 12.2023

Master of Arts - Public Administration

University of Southern California

Bachelor of Arts - Political Science

California State Polytechnic University, Pomona
Candice Cobarrubias