Duty Supervisor

FORDHAM University; New York (NY); On-site; USD 91,000 - 94,000; Full time

Job summary

Fordham University seeks a Duty Supervisor to lead campus Public Safety patrols at Rose Hill. The role involves directing patrols, responding to incidents, and supervising security staff to maintain a safe environment for students and staff.

Minimum five years in law enforcement, NY Armed Guard eligibility, and a NY driver’s license are required; a bachelor’s degree is preferred. Salary ranges from $91,000 to $94,000 annually, commensurate with experience.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent required.
• At least 5 years of experience in federal, state, or local law enforcement.
• Possess or be eligible for New York State Armed Guard License.
• Valid New York State Driver’s License.
• Excellent communication and ability to respond to emergencies calmly.

Responsibilities

• Lead, train, and monitor patrol personnel to ensure high service quality.
• Direct patrols, access control, and asset activity to mitigate risk.
• Respond to calls for service and provide immediate medical attention as needed.
• Prepare detailed written reports and coordinate with the Campus Director.
• Investigate duty derelictions and direct traffic/crowd control at events.
• Operate university vehicles in compliance with laws and policies.

Skills

Communication

Interpersonal skills

Emergency response

Problem solving

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Bachelor's Degree (preferred)

Job description

Founded in 1841, Fordham is the Jesuit University of New York, offering an exceptional education distinguished by the Jesuit tradition to more than 16,000 students in its nine colleges and schools. It has residential campuses in the Bronx and Manhattan, a campus in West Harrison, N.Y., the Louis Calder Center Biological Field Station in Armonk, N.Y., and the London Centre in the United Kingdom.

The University offers a comprehensive benefits package that includes medical, dental, and vision insurance; flexible spending accounts; retirement plans; life insurance; short and long-term disability; employee assistance program ( EAP ); tuition remission; and generous time off.

Successful candidates should have a knowledge of and commitment to the goals of Jesuit Education.

Reporting to the Director of Public Safety at Rose Hill, the Duty Supervisor leads all patrol activities to support the safety and security of the Fordham community at Rose Hill.

This position is scheduled for a 12-hour tour.

Essential Functions

Leads, trains, and closely monitors the performance of personnel to ensure the highest quality of service.

Directs patrol, and access control activities to mitigate risk.

Responds to calls for service, and provides immediate medical attention as needed.

Directs Public Safety asset activity, including apprehensions, searches, recovered property, and all actions taken by Public Safety personnel.

Patrols all campus buildings, guard posts, and surrounding areas of the university on tour of duty.

Conducts inspections of assigned buildings, campus property, and vehicles; provides written reports to the Campus Director.

Conducts follow-up investigations, and prepares detailed written reports, working closely with the Department Investigator.

Investigates derelictions of duty, and takes appropriate action to prevent a future occurrence.

Directs traffic and crowd control at special events, commencement, and emergency situations.

Operates University vehicles in compliance with federal, state, and local regulations, and insurance requirements.

Essential Functions Note

This list is not intended to be an exhaustive list. The University may assign additional related duties as necessary.

Management Responsibilities

May provide peer-level coordination or subject-matter guidance to colleagues performing similar work and/or student, part-time workers, including helping organize tasks, clarify priorities, or review work for quality or consistency.

Additional Functions

Interacts with the public, students, employees, and outside non-affiliates.

Required Qualifications: Education and Experience

High School Diploma or equivalent.

A minimum of five years experience in federal, state, or local law enforcement.

Possess or be eligible to obtain a New York State Armed Guard License.

Valid New York State Driver’s License.

Required Qualifications: Knowledge and Skills

Demonstrated effective communication, and interpersonal skills.

Proven ability to respond calmly and efficiently to emergencies.

High-level problem-solving skills.

Preferred Qualifications

Bachelor’s Degree.

Experience leading or supervising others.

Minimum Starting Salary

Minimum Starting Salary $91,000

Maximum Starting Salary

Maximum Starting Salary $94,000

Note

Salary is commensurate with qualifications, experience, and skills.

Is this a Union position?

No

Posting Number

A1127P

Number of Vacancies

1

Start Date

09/07/2026

Posting Date

08/18/2026

EEO Statement

Fordham University is committed to excellence and welcomes candidates of all backgrounds. Fordham University is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, age, national origin, disability status, genetic information, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

Physical Activity and Work Environment

Physical Activity

Sitting Nearly Continuously

Repetitive Hand Motion (such as typing)

Repetitive Hand Motion (such as typing) Nearly Continuously

Hearing, Listening, Talking Nearly Continuously

Standing

Standing Nearly Continuously

Walking

Walking Nearly Continuously

Running

Running Not Required

Bending, Stooping, Kneeling, squatting, Crouching, Crawling

Bending, Stooping, Kneeling, squatting, Crouching, Crawling Nearly Continuously

Climbing stairs Nearly Continuously

Climbing ladders

Climbing ladders Nearly Continuously

Reaching overhead

Reaching overhead Nearly Continuously

Pulling, pushing

Pulling, pushing Nearly Continuously

Shoveling

Shoveling Not Required

Lifting – up to 20 pounds

Lifting – up to 20 pounds Seldom

Lifting – up to 50 pounds

Lifting – up to 50 pounds Seldom

Lifting – over 50 pounds Seldom

Work Environment Office Environment: Employees are protected from weather conditions or contaminants, but not necessarily occasional temperature changes., Outdoor Environment: Employees work outdoors and may not be protected from weather conditions.