Fire and Life Safety Specialist

Duke Careers • Durham, NC

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About The Position

At Duke Health, we're driven by a commitment to compassionate care that changes the lives of patients, their loved ones, and the greater community. The Occupational and Environmental Safety Office (OESO) provides the focus for the administration of all safety programs to Duke University, Duke University Medical Center, and Duke University Health System. OESO has the responsibility for developing institutional safety plans and policies; providing information and training to meet all regulatory requirements; providing technical consultation and guidance; conducting exposure and risk assessments; conducting safety audits; monitoring compliance with all safety policies; and investigating accidents, injuries, and reported unsafe conditions. The Fire & Life Safety Division is charged with the responsibility to design, implement, and manage a vigilant fire safety program, conducting periodic assessments for compliance with the Life Safety Code and minimizing the risk of fire in all Duke Health System, University, and Medical Center properties.

Requirements

• Must have a complete working knowledge of Joint Commission Life Safety and Environment of Care Standards as well as NFPA Life Safety Code 101, NFPA 99, and other pertinent standards.
• Proven knowledge and familiarity with training techniques.
• Knowledge of federal, state and local laws, regulations and standards pertaining to fire and life safety.
• Ability to utilize computer technology to develop and access data, maintain records, generate reports and develop training programs.
• Must be proficient in use of Microsoft Office Applications and programs.
• Creative problem solving to recognize and correct fire safety issues and concerns.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills.
• Ability to plan and coordinate work schedules.

Nice To Haves

• Documented 2-4 years’ experience conducting Joint Commission Life Safety and Environment of Care audits and surveys (at the hospital level).
• NFPA Certified Fire Prevention Inspector Certification (preferred).

Responsibilities

• Conduct and document Joint Commission Environment of Care (EoC) and Life Safety Audits in accordance with NFPA 99, 101, and other pertinent rules and standards.
• Prepare necessary reports for each assigned Joint Commission Accredited License facilities.
• Assist in the development of schedules for contract testing/maintenance and verify and coordinate for approval all invoices for services received.
• Participate in the inspection, maintenance, and testing of automatic and/or fire alarm systems.
• Assist in the management of all scheduled maintenance, inspections, and tests of fire hydrants, sprinklers and standpipes.
• Maintain automated records of inspections on fire extinguishers, alarm systems, and related safety equipment.
• Conduct fire drills, fire detection/suppression testing to ensure fire safety proficiency.
• Assist Fire and Life Safety Division management in implementing general fire prevention policies and measures.
• Assist in the development and conduct training courses for employees and students in fire prevention and emergency procedures.
• Determine fiscal requirements and provide budgetary recommendations for fire safety equipment.
• Conduct general inspections of facilities to detect existing or potential fire hazards.
• Review construction plans and documents for new construction, major renovations, and occupancy changes.
• Perform administrative functions including preparing correspondence, filing reports and records.
• Prepare appropriate reports and track hazard abatement process through close-out.
• Attend meetings and serve as the OESO Fire and Life Safety liaison.
• Conduct Community Based Fire and Life Safety Surveillance at special events.

Benefits

• Equal Opportunity Employer committed to providing employment opportunity without regard to an individual's age, color, disability, gender, gender expression, gender identity, genetic information, national origin, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation or military status.

What This Job Offers

• Education Level: Bachelor's degree
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees