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LIEUTENANT
Ithaca, NYApril 1st, 2026
Leadership Role in Office of Public Safety and Emergency ManagementServe as a member of the leadership team within the Office of Public Safety and Emergency Management, collaborating and leading efforts to ensure the safety and security of the College community. Develop and promote opportunities to engage with the community and support positive community service and public relations. Represent the Office of Public Safety by serving on committees, collaborating to support events, providing security planning for essential college operations, and engaging with students. Manage special-event staffing needs and provide guidance on applicable safety and security requirements. Manage patrol operations by communicating, supporting, and executing the goals and objectives of patrol functions across all shifts. Interpret, enforce, and ensure compliance with college policies and procedures, departmental rules and regulations, and all applicable state, federal, and local laws and ordinances. Perform crime prevention, surveillance, and law enforcement duties. Collaborate in the preparation, posting, and distribution of the patrol duty schedule in coordination with the Lieutenants and Sergeants, in accordance with the collective bargaining agreement.
Job Responsibilities:
Event Coordination
Training Oversight
Educational Programming & Internship Support
Body-Worn Camera Program
Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion
Emergency Response & Committee Participation
Crime Prevention & Safety Initiatives
Hiring, Evaluation & Personnel Management
Patrol Operations Leadership
Communication & Process Improvement
Case Management & Law Enforcement Duties
Labor Relations
Qualifications:
Minimum Qualifications
Extensive law enforcement experience, including at least three years of command-level management (Sergeant or above) with demonstrated leadership skills.
Ability to foster an inclusive and culturally aware environment.
Demonstrated ability to hold staff accountable for inclusive and respectful conduct.
Possession of, or eligibility to obtain, a New York State Pistol Permit.
Valid New York State Driver's License (or ability to obtain) and compliance with College vehicle operation requirements.
Ability to perform all essential functions of the position.
Flexibility to work rotating shifts, weekends, holidays, special events, and additional shifts as required.
Successful completion of a criminal records and fingerprint background check.
Experience supervising employees in a unionized environment.
Completion of a New York State Basic Course for Police Officers or Peace Officers and Police Supervision course.
Preferred Qualifications
Bachelor's degree.
Certifications or experience in a collegiate or campus public safety environment.
Essential Position Designation
This position is designated as essential and is required to support critical operations during emergencies or disruptions such as inclement weather. During an official College closure, delay, or remote status declaration, the incumbent is expected to:
report to campus, or
remain at work for scheduled hours and additional time as necessary.
This position is 37.5 hours per week, 52 weeks per year.
Application Instructions:
Interested applicants must apply online and attach a resume, cover letter, and list of three professional references. Questions about online applications should be directed to the Office of Human Resources at (607) 274-8000 or humanresources@ithaca.edu.
Ithaca College is committed to building a diverse academic community and encourages members of underrepresented groups to apply. Experience that contributes to the diversity of the college is appreciated.
Visa sponsorship is not provided for this position.
Hiring Range:
$95,000-$100,000, commensurate with qualifications and experience.
We pride ourselves on providing our benefit-eligible employees with comprehensive benefits, including:
Healthcare including vision and dental
Generous Paid Time Off Policies
403B Retirement Savings Plan with Matching Employer Contribution
EAP
Flexible Work Plans
Educational Benefits
Career-Enhancing Trainings
In an effort to promote campus safety and the security of College resources, Ithaca College will, consistent with the requirements of the law and prudent practices, conduct criminal background investigations per College policy. This position is subject to a criminal background check. All offers of employment are contingent upon review of the criminal background check.
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