The Cal Poly Maritime Academy Police Department provides protection for the campus community 24 hours a day, year-round. A fully vested police department, recognized by the California Police Officers Standards of Training, our police department personnel are the first responders to campus emergencies.
Our Mission
The CSU Maritime Academy Police Department will work in concert with the diverse citizenry and campus community to protect the people and their property. We will safeguard the rights of our constituents with undying dedication. We will never waver from our Core Values and always strive to be an innovative and ethical law enforcement agency.
Campus Safety & Security
Department provided 24/7 patrol, investigations, crime prevention education and emergency preparedness ensures the safety of the campus community.
Emergency 911
Non-Emergency: 707-654-1176 or email us
Parking Information
Parking permits are required for students, faculty, staff and visitors at all times, including weekends and holidays.
Parking Questions? Email us at parking@csum.edu
Programs and Services
Our programs and services include safe purchase exchange, bicycle registration, building security and other initiatives to support and engage the campus community. Our office is open Monday through Friday, 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. (707) 654-1179.
The department is empowered as a full- service state law enforcement agency pursuant to section 830.2 (b) of the California Penal Code and fully subscribes to the standards of the California Commission on Peace Officer Standards and Training (POST). Officers receive the same basic training as city and county peace officers throughout the state, plus additional training to meet the unique needs of a campus environment.
The department handles all patrol, investigation, crime prevention education, emergency preparedness and related law enforcement duties for the campus community and operates 24 hours a day, seven days a week.
The Cal Poly Maritime Academy Police Department currently employs a force of 10 sworn police officers with full arrest powers; eight civilian support employees; and a student assistant to assist daily operations.
Leadership: I will motivate, inspire, reward and empower others by my positive actions.
Honor: I will always be dedicated to doing what is right and my ethical standards will not be compromised.
Integrity: I will be uncompromisingly committed to truth as the baseline measurement for my courage.
Teamwork: I will be firmly committed to protecting and supporting my colleagues as we work towards our goals and objectives.