Paul LeBaron is a 32-year veteran of the law enforcement profession, serving with the Long Beach Police Department for over 27 years, rising to the rank of Commander. In 2020 Paul was hired by the Hermosa Beach Police Department as Chief of Police, where he served for over 5 years, retiring in April of 2025. During his tenure as Chief, Paul made employee wellness an organizational culture a priority. During Paul’s tenure as chief, the Hermosa Beach Police Department maintained full staffing and 100% employee retention through an employee led culture of innovation and excellence.
Paul is a graduate of California State University, Long Beach with a degree in Communication Studies. He earned his graduate degree in Management and Organizational Leadership from American Military University and holds a Graduate Certificate in Criminal Justice from the University of Virginia. He graduated from the Sherman Block Leadership institute (Class #177), USC Executive Leadership Class (Class #1) and the FBI National Academy Class (Session #261).
Paul married his wife in 1992 they have 3 children, two daughters in law, 2 granddaughters and over 80 nieces and nephews. He is the fifth in a family of eight children. Paul speaks fluent Spanish and currently teaches in the Criminal Justice Department for CSU Long Beach and as an adjunct staff member for the Simon Wiesenthal Center, Museum of Tolerance. Paul is an avid soccer player and enjoys scuba diving in warm water.