Chief Marc Schneider
Chief Marc Schneider started his law enforcement career in 1993 with the City of Pismo Beach. In 1995, he was hired as an officer with the Santa Maria Police Department.
Chief Schneider was promoted to division commander in March of 2017, and has overseen all three divisions of the department during his tenure as a commander.
Prior to promoting to commander in 2017, Chief Schneider served as a patrol lieutenant for four years, which included a one-year assignment to the department’s administrative division. As a lieutenant, Chief Schneider served as the department’s SWAT Team Commander.
Marc Schneider
Chief Marc Schneider started his law enforcement career in 1993 with the City of Pismo Beach. In 1995, he was hired as an officer with the Santa Maria Police Department.
“Thank you for your interest in the Santa Maria Police Department. If you are looking for a law enforcement agency that has the overwhelming support of its community, elected officials, and city leadership then the Santa Maria Police Department could be your future home.
The City of Santa Maria is the largest city in Santa Barbara County. The police department has 131 sworn personnel and 55 professional staff and prides itself on being innovative, strategic-minded and community-focused.
We are seeking professional law enforcement officers who will serve and protect our great community with dignity and respect. Again, thank you for your interest in the Santa Maria Police Department and I look forward to meeting you.”
Marc Schneider
Chief of Police
Command Staff
Daniel Cohen
Commander Daniel Cohen is a lifelong resident of the central coast and attended the Allan Hancock College Law Enforcement Academy in Santa…
Eligio Lara
Commander Eligio Lara began his career in law enforcement over 30 years ago. He worked for the Lindsay Police Department, the Tulare County…
Jesse Silva
Commander Jesse Silva is a 21-year law enforcement veteran, beginning his career with the City of Lompoc in 2001. Commander Silva lateralled to…
“During the oral interview, you might be asked what you know about the department.
Memorizing the names and assignments of key leaders within the organization demonstrates your memorization skills, your determination to become a member of the department, and your research skills.”
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