Sergeant/Tour Supervisor, Public Safety

Fashion Institute of Technology; New York (NY); On-site; USD 62,000 - 76,000; Full time

Job summary

The Fashion Institute of Technology (FIT) is seeking a Sergeant to provide frontline supervision and support the Department of Public Safety in maintaining a safe, secure, and student-centered campus environment.

Under Public Safety administration, the Sergeant supervises security personnel, coordinates shift operations, responds to emergencies, conducts investigations, safeguards evidence, and serves as Incident Commander when assigned.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent; 5 years of security, law enforcement, and/or military experience.
• Valid New York State Security Guard license.
• Valid New York State driver's license with a satisfactory driving record.
• Basic knowledge of computers, email, and report-writing applications.

Responsibilities

• Supervise Public Safety personnel and manage daily shift assignments.
• Respond to emergencies and incidents on campus and at off-campus locations.
• Prepare complete incident and investigative reports.
• Safeguard evidence and recovered property pending final disposition.
• Provide testimony in College disciplinary and legal proceedings when required.
• Interact professionally with students, faculty, staff, visitors, and external stakeholders.

Skills

Critical thinking

Problem solving

Decision making

Communication

Interpersonal skills

Supervision

Teamwork

Report writing

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Associate's degree or higher

Tools

Computers

Email

Job description

Location: New York, NY Category: Other Job Type: Full-time Posted On: Thu Sep 24 2026

The Fashion Institute of Technology (FIT) is seeking a Sergeant to provide frontline supervision and support the Department of Public Safety in maintaining a safe, secure, and student-centered campus environment. Under the direction of Public Safety administration, the Sergeant supervises security personnel, coordinates daily shift operations, responds to emergencies and calls for assistance, and ensures compliance with departmental policies and procedures. The Sergeant also conducts investigations, prepares reports, safeguards evidence and recovered property, and serves as Incident Commander during critical incidents when assigned.

Essential Functions

Supervision & Shift Operations

• Supervise and monitor the performance of Public Safety personnel.
• Prepare and implement daily assignments and staffing schedules.
• Conduct routine inspections of personnel, uniforms, equipment, and logbooks.
• Ensure personnel comply with departmental rules, Standard Operating Procedures, and established safety protocols.
• Provide guidance, direction, and support to security personnel during daily operations.
• Work rotating tours and assignments based on departmental needs.

Emergency & Public Safety Response

• Respond promptly to emergencies, calls for assistance, and other incidents on campus and at designated off-campus locations.
• Maintain radio communication with Central Dispatch and other essential personnel.
• Assume Incident Commander responsibilities during critical incidents until relieved by Public Safety administration.
• Coordinate personnel and resources during emergencies and other significant incidents.
• Support campus safety, access control, special events, and other Public Safety operations as assigned.

Investigations, Reports & Evidence

• Conduct investigations and gather information related to incidents occurring on or affecting the FIT community.
• Prepare complete, accurate, and timely incident and investigative reports in accordance with established reporting protocols.
• Voucher, document, and safeguard evidence and recovered property pending final disposition.
• Maintain accurate records and ensure appropriate documentation is completed.
• Provide testimony in College disciplinary and legal proceedings when required.

Customer Service & Campus Community

• Interact professionally with students, faculty, staff, visitors, and external stakeholders.
• Respond to questions, concerns, and requests for assistance in a courteous and professional manner.
• When assigned, provide security escorts for visiting dignitaries, VIPs, and members of the campus community.
• Promote a safe, respectful, and inclusive campus environment.

Other Duties

• Perform other duties and assignments as directed by Public Safety administration.

The preceding description is not designed to be a complete list of all duties and responsibilities required of the position; other duties may be assigned consistent with the classification of the position.

Job Requirements

Minimum Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• 5 years of experience in security, law enforcement, and/or military service.
• Valid New York State Security Guard license.
• Valid New York State driver's license with a satisfactory driving record.
• Basic knowledge of computers, email, and report-writing applications.

Preferred Qualifications

• Associate's degree or higher.
• CPR/AED/First Aid certification or training.
• Experience supervising security or public safety personnel.
• Experience responding to emergencies, conducting investigations, or serving in an incident command capacity.

Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities

• Ability to maintain professional appearance and uniform standards.
• Knowledge of security and public safety practices, procedures, and protocols.
• Strong critical-thinking, problem-solving, and decision-making skills.
• Ability to supervise personnel, prioritize competing demands, and remain composed during emergency and high-pressure situations.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to interact effectively with students, faculty, staff, administrators, visitors, and external stakeholders.
• Ability to prepare clear, accurate, and timely written reports and documentation.
• Ability to exercise sound judgment, maintain confidentiality, and resolve conflicts professionally.
• Ability to work independently and effectively as part of a team.

Please note all offers of employment are contingent upon successful completion of the background check process.

Salary

$68,659.77 per year

Work Schedule

Days/Hours: Rotating shifts, 40 hours per week; in person; work schedule subject to change based on needs of the department.

Benefits

The Fashion Institute of Technology (FIT) provides comprehensive employee benefit programs designed to help keep our faculty and staff and their families healthy, safe, happy, and productive. Our programs also include a variety of components to help our employees improve the quality and balance of their work and family lives, and to help them prepare for their futures.

• Retirement Plans
• Health Care Plan and Dental Plan
• Employee Assistance Program
• Flexible Spending Account
• Commuter Benefit Plan
• FIT Tuition Exemption Program
• Paid Time Off (Vacation, Personal, Sick and Holidays)
• Qualifying Employer for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) Program

For a full list of FIT benefits, visit our benefits webpage.

Pay Equity by State Employers

Pursuant to Executive Order 161, no State entity, as defined by the Executive Order, is permitted to ask, or mandate, in any form, that an applicant for employment provide his or her current compensation, or any prior compensation history, until such time as the applicant is extended a conditional offer of employment with compensation. If such information has been requested from you before such time, please contact the Governor's Office of Employee Relations at [phone] or via email at [e-mail].

Visa Sponsorship

This position is not eligible for visa sponsorship by the Fashion Institute of Technology.

Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Statement

FIT is firmly committed to creating an environment that will attract and retain people from a range of backgrounds. FIT is firmly committed to creating a learning and working environment that encourages, utilizes, respects, and appreciates the full expression of every individual's ability. The FIT community fosters its mission and grows because of its rich, pluralistic experience. FIT is committed to prohibiting discrimination, whether on the basis of race, color, creed, age, national origin, immigration or citizenship status, gender, sexual orientation, disability, marital status, partnership status, caregiver status, sexual and reproductive health decisions, uniformed service, height, weight, any lawful source of income, status as a victim of domestic violence or as a victim of sex offenses or stalking, whether children are, may be or would be residing with a person or conviction or arrest record, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws. FIT is committed to providing equal opportunity in employment, including the opportunity for upward mobility for all qualified individuals. Applications from veterans and persons with disabilities are encouraged. Inquiries regarding FIT's non-discrimination policies may be directed to the Chief Equal Employment Opportunity Officer/Title IX Coordinator, 212.217.3360.

Annual Security Report

The safety and well-being of FIT's students, faculty, staff, and visitors is of paramount importance. Pursuant to the Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Campus Crime Statistics Act, FIT publishes an annual report containing crime statistics and statements of security policy, accessible here: Safety Statistics. A paper copy of the report will be provided upon request by contacting Public Safety's administrative office number at [phone].

Physical Requirements And Work Environment

The working conditions for this position may be in any combination of an office space, classroom, lab, loading dock, and outdoors with potential exposure to noise levels above average, weather conditions, driving motor equipment, exposure to potential health hazards, and temperature changes. The physical requirement for this position will require frequent sitting, frequent standing, occasional bending, frequent walking, occasional pulling, pushing, or reaching, occasional use of hands to feel objects or controls, and occasionally lifting 20 lbs. or less.