Rob Saltzman is a legal ethics expert— By Gilien Silsby
Los Angeles Mayor Antonio Villaraigosa has nominated USC Law’s Rob Saltzman to serve on the Police Commission, which oversees the Los Angeles Police Department.
“Rob Saltzman brings passion, dedication and an impeccable record of integrity to the Police Commission,” Villaraigosa said. “He is a devoted public servant and committed city leader who will work every day to ensure the safety and security of all Angelenos.”
Rob Saltzman
Saltzman, associate dean of the USC Gould School of Law and vice president of the city’s Ethics Commission, told the Los Angeles Times that he would focus on expanding the size and diversity of the force, as well as on efforts to strike a balance between policing and guarding citizens' rights.
"I think we all have concerns about ensuring that the police appropriately protect those they are sworn to protect," said Saltzman, who was appointed to the Ethics Commission in 2005. "Sometimes that is a difficult thing to do."
Saltzman joined USC Law in 1988. As associate dean, he oversees student services, career services and academic support. He specializes in legal and professional ethics, the learning process in law school, legislation and the political process, and disabilities issues.
“This is indeed a well-deserved appointment. I have no doubt that the Commission will be a better institution for having Rob on board, just as our community is enriched through Rob's talents and efforts,” said USC Gould School of Law Dean Robert K. Rasmussen.
Saltzman is a member of the National Gay and Lesbian Leadership Institute’s board of directors. He also served on the board of trustees and public policy committee of the L.A. Gay and Lesbian Center from 1999 to 2001.
Prior to joining the faculty at USC Law, Saltzman worked as special counsel to the director of health services for L.A. County and senior deputy to then-L.A. County Supervisor Ed Edelman.
Saltzman’s appointment is subject to confirmation by the City Council.
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