Fire Prevention & Security Ofc

State of Oklahoma • Norman, OK

1d • $16 • Onsite

About The Position

Positions in this job family are assigned responsibilities at a state facility or institution involving the inspection of buildings and grounds for elimination of fire hazards, enforcement of laws, rules and regulations and providing security against acts of terrorism for state facilities, employees and the public. This may include patrolling assigned premises to identify and correct fire hazards, providing assistance to employees or visitors, directing traffic and performing other duties related to the protection of state property, employees, visitors and others. Some positions may be primarily responsible for fire prevention activities and have additional responsibilities assigned for assisting in firefighting activities.

Requirements

• A basic security and/or firefighter’s course
• Two years of experience in security or fire prevention and protection work.
• Knowledge of the methods and objectives of security.
• Knowledge of standard fire prevention and protection theory.
• Knowledge of fire causes and the proper procedures for extinguishing various types of fires.
• Knowledge of procedures to properly and safely operate various types of equipment and apparatuses.
• Knowledge of first aid.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with others.
• Ability to follow written and oral instructions.
• Ability to evaluate emergency situations and adopt effective courses of action.
• Ability to conduct security operations for an assigned facility or institution and surrounding grounds.
• Ability to operate and maintain firefighting equipment.
• Ability to express ideas clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing.
• Willing and able to fulfill all job-related travel normally associated with this position.

Nice To Haves

• Peace officer certification in accordance with the training and screening requirements of the Department of Corrections pursuant to 57 O.S. Supp.1988, Section 510 (2) (a-g).
• Graduation from the Council on Law Enforcement Education and Training Academy (CLEET) with certification as an “Armed Security Guard.”
• Occasionally lifting/carrying 60 pounds and able to push and pull a maximum force of 30 pounds.

Responsibilities

• Patrols and inspects buildings and grounds, within an assigned area, to detect and eliminate fire hazards and discourage vandalism.
• Interprets and enforces rules and regulations; safeguards life and property at state facilities or institutions and surrounding grounds.
• Responds to fire alarms and reports irregular activities; apprehends or expels violators; answers inquiries and gives directions to employees and the general public.
• Ventilates buildings to remove heat, smoke and gases; makes forced entries to rescue persons during fires or other emergencies.
• Checks authorized persons in or out of buildings and grounds area and assures that unauthorized persons are denied access; checks to see that doors and windows are secure and lights are out; directs traffic in the vicinity of state facilities and parking areas.
• Prepares oral and written reports of activities and incidents.
• Inspects hydrants and sprinklers for proper operation; checking fire extinguishers, emergency lighting and alarm systems for proper condition; inspecting places of public assembly for any violation of security or fire prevention practices; administering emergency measures; instructing institution employees in firefighting, first aid and other security procedures; responding to fire alarms and determining causes; and assisting in firefighting activities if required.
• Limited direction and training may be provided to entry level employees performing security and fire prevention duties.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed