Fire Life Safety Director - Corporate Headquarters

Allied Universal•Town/Village of Harrison, NY

7d•Onsite

About The Position

Allied Universal is hiring a Fire Life Safety Director to oversee a Corporate Headquarters. The primary mission of the Fire Life Safety Director is to protect life and property through the implementation of the building's fire safety plan including the management of the Fire Command Station and the supervision of the fire brigade, floor wardens, and deputy floor wardens and building evacuation supervisors. The successful Fire Life Safety Director candidate is required to act as a liaison to the NYC Fire Department during emergencies.

Requirements

F-89 Fire and Life Safety Director Certification with 3+ years of experience.
Valid New York State Security Guard License.
Maintain all required licenses in active status and carry them while on duty.
Knowledge of emergency event protocols and Fire Safety/Emergency Action Plans.
Ability to exercise sound judgment and work independently.
Computer proficiency to utilize innovative, wireless technology at client specific sites
Accurate recordkeeping and documentation skills.
Ability to read and follow operating procedures.
Effective written and verbal communication skills.
Strong customer service and interpersonal skills.
Professional appearance and demeanor.
As a condition of employment, employee must successfully complete a background investigation and a post-offer/pre-employment drug/alcohol test
Remain flexible to ever changing environments; adapt well to different situations
Ability to maintain satisfactory attendance and punctuality standard;
Licensed by the New York State Department of State

Responsibilities

Remain alert and prepared to respond to emergencies at all times.
Climb stairs as needed, including during emergency responses.
Conduct extensive walking and standing while performing life safety patrols across large areas and multiple floors.
Perform patrols throughout the building during each shift.
Use communication equipment, including PA systems, telephones, two-way radios, and computers, throughout the workday.
Maintain the stamina and mobility required to respond quickly to emergency situations.
Work overnight, weekend, and extended shifts as assigned.
Serve as the primary liaison with the Fire Department during emergencies.
Protect life and property by implementing the building's Fire Safety and Emergency Action Plan (EAP).
Operate and manage the Fire Command Station during emergency situations.
Monitor and ensure all life safety systems and related equipment remain fully operational.
Conduct monthly fire extinguisher inspections.
Perform routine life safety patrols throughout large buildings and multiple floors.
Conduct elevator fire recall testing.
Perform periodic life safety system testing.
Escort life safety vendors during inspections, maintenance, and testing.
Maintain accurate inspection, testing, and incident records.
Respond promptly and effectively to fire alarms, emergencies, and other life safety incidents.
Perform CPR/AED and basic first aid if required.
Assist the building security staff in the visual inspection of all visitor, vendor and employee access badges/identification cards to verify that the authorized holder is the individual presenting the badge/id card to prevent unauthorized access to the property.