Darren Goodman began serving as San Bernardino Police Department’s 41st Chief of Police on June 6, 2022. Prior to joining the SBPD, he served as Chief of Police for the City of Upland Police Department since July 16, 2018. Before assuming that role, he was a Captain for the San Bernardino Sheriff’s Department where he spent a total of 27 years. During his time with the Sheriff’s Department, Goodman’s roles included serving as the Police Chief for the Chino Hills Police Department and Commander of the Frank Bland Regional Training Center. He also worked in Corrections, Patrol, Narcotics, Emergency Operations, Regional Gang Enforcement, Fugitive Apprehension, and SWAT.

His law enforcement philosophy includes a commitment to data-driven policing principles, civic partnerships, and community engagement. Chief Goodman has implemented holistic approaches to addressing crime and quality of life issues within by reducing gaps between police specific services and other service providers dedicated to public safety, such as public works, code enforcement, mental health services, and homeless advocates. A strong advocate of community policing, Chief Goodman regularly facilitates community forums to engage citizens and increase stakeholder inclusion.

Chief Goodman earned a Bachelor of Science degree from Southern Illinois University. From the University of Southern California, Chief Goodman holds a master’s degree in Public Administration and Doctor of Education in Organizational Change and Leadership. Chief Goodman has also completed law enforcement and leadership programs at Harvard’s Kennedy School of Government, the Naval Postgraduate School’s Center for Homeland Defense and Security, and POST Command College Program. Goodman also serves as an Adjunct-Professor at California State University San Bernardino.