White House Fellow
Victor Hooper
United States Department of Housing and Urban Development

Santa Clarita, California
Victor Hooper is from Santa Clarita, California, and is placed at the United States Department of Housing and Urban Development. Victor is a Sergeant II with the Los Angeles Police Department (LAPD), where he protects and serves the Los Angeles community. He serves as the officer in charge of the LAPD’s Leadership Unit, which delivers advanced leadership training to middle managers from domestic and international law enforcement agencies. Throughout his career, Victor has held numerous specialized roles as both a patrol officer and supervisor. He previously served as an infantryman in the U.S. Army’s 75th Ranger Regiment, 2nd Battalion, during the early years of the Global War on Terror. He deployed overseas multiple times and earned the US Army Ranger Tab, Combat Infantryman Badge, and Combat Parachutist Badge. Victor is deeply committed to continuous improvement and professional excellence. He earned a bachelor’s degree in Criminal Justice from California State University, Bakersfield, and a master’s degree in Forensic Science from Oklahoma State University. In his spare time, he volunteers with his local parks and recreation department and supports various charitable organizations.