El Segundo, CA (January 4, 2022) – The City of El Segundo is proud to announce the selection of Jaime Bermudez to serve as its new police chief. In this role, he will lead and direct all Police Department operations and continue the City's strong commitment to maintaining a safe community.

Chief Bermudez has been a member of the El Segundo Police Department since 1992, where he rose through the ranks from police cadet to captain, before being selected as the next police chief.

Chief Bermudez brings a wealth of knowledge and expertise to the position. He has a thorough understanding of the Police Department's operations, with a strong focus on serving the needs of the broader community. He has worked numerous specialized assignments throughout his law enforcement career in patrol, training, professional standards, and investigations.  As a captain, Bermudez managed the Administrative Services Bureau overseeing investigations, community engagement, and the Police Department budget. Most recently, Bermudez oversaw all field operations in patrol, special operations, and traffic enforcement.

“I am honored and excited to be selected as Police Chief of the El Segundo Police Department."  Bermudez said. “I look forward to strengthening our Department’s commitment to service, professionalism, and community safety.”

City Manager Scott Mitnick stated, "Chief Bermudez has proven himself over many years of progressive success. He has earned this opportunity and he will do a great job implementing City Council's public safety vision for the community." 

Chief Bermudez earned a Bachelor of Science Degree from Long Beach State University and a Master of Arts Degree from Chapman University.  He is a strong advocate for formal education and is proud of the diversity he brings to the Department and the law enforcement profession. 

His professional training includes Sherman Block Supervisory Leadership Institute, Executive Leadership Institute at Drucker School of Management, CA POST Command College, and the USC Public Safety Leadership Program.

Chief Bermudez has been serving as interim police chief since July 2021 and his appointment became permanent on January 1, 2022.

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About the City of El Segundo
The City of El Segundo is a thriving coastal community in southwestern Los Angeles County. The City’s vibrant economy includes companies that are leaders in aerospace and defense, bioscience, information technology, energy, real estate, and creative media. The City has seen tremendous growth and evolution over the past several years, and is home to dozens of impressive businesses including Beyond Meat, Chevron, Los Angeles Times, Los Angeles Air Force Base, Mattel, DirecTV, Raytheon, Los Angeles Lakers, LA Kings, and soon, the Los Angeles Chargers.

Contact:
Barbara Voss
Deputy City Manager
(310) 524-2389
bvoss@elsegundo.org