Lead Fire Life Safety Director

RXR•New York, NY

5h•$80,000 - $85,000•Onsite

About The Position

The Lead Fire Life Safety Director (FLSD) oversees execution of the Comprehensive Fire Safety and Emergency Action (Level 1) Plan and security/fire safety staff training to help ensure preparedness. The role also addresses non-fire emergencies, including active shooter/assailant situations and medical emergencies. The selected candidate must become the lead FLSD registered on the Emergency Action Plan and obtain an FDNY F-89 Certificate of Fitness (CoF) for Pier 57 within six months of hire. The employee must maintain an active F-89 for Pier 57 and active FDNY F-01, F-03, and F-04 certificates without lapse or expiration while employed at the site. This is a non-exempt, in-person/on-site essential-worker position. The FLSD is required to work on-site Monday through Friday during regular business hours, unless management approves otherwise for mission-essential purposes. Working from home is not an option. Due to the critical nature of the role, the FLSD must be on call 24 hours a day, seven days a week in the event of an emergency.

Requirements

At least 10 consecutive years of supervisory experience overseeing at least 40 subordinates.
Successfully obtain the FDNY F-89 Certificate of Fitness for Pier 57 within six months of hire; failure to do so results in dismissal.
Maintain an active FDNY F-89 for Pier 57 and active FDNY F-01, F-03, and F-04 Certificates of Fitness without lapse or expiration while employed at the site.
Agree to add another FDNY Certificate of Fitness to the official FDNY record or relinquish a previous Certificate of Fitness for the building of assignment, if applicable.
Hold a New York State active Security Guard License.
Be able to perform all functions of an FLSD Certificate of Fitness holder.
Demonstrate high proficiency in Microsoft Office applications, including Word, PowerPoint, and Excel.
Work effectively in a high-speed, fast-paced, diverse organization with exemplary professional deportment.
Develop enduring relationships with internal and external stakeholders.
Demonstrate excellent report-writing ability.
Demonstrate relationship-building, systems proficiency, accountability, and problem-solving skills.
Be able to work on-site Monday through Friday during regular business hours and be on call 24 hours a day, seven days a week for emergencies.

Nice To Haves

Prior honorable service with the NYPD or FDNY; an honorably retired ranking member of either department is preferred.
A valid FDNY Z-89 or F-89 Certificate of Fitness at another site.
Current FDNY F-01, F-03, and F-04 Certificates of Fitness.
An active AED/CPR card from AHA or ARC.
Completion of active shooter training or a seminar within the past two years through an NYPD or DHS program.
A strong foundation in working with multi-agency entities for high-profile visits.

Responsibilities

Attend local industry meetings, including ASIS and National Law Foundation meetings.
Attend NYPD and community meetings, including Build-the-Block, Community Council, and Hudson River Park Trust meetings.
Build and maintain professional relationships with tenants, NYPD, FDNY, NYC Parks Enforcement, and other applicable agencies and associations.
Help ensure compliance with FDNY standards and related industry best practices, including fire and evacuation drills, Warden/Brigade Lists, familiarization drills, and active shooter preparedness.
Help ensure Deputy-FLSD Certificate of Fitness holders and Building Emergency Staff are trained in accordance with FDNY requirements.
Supervise security staff, ensure security officers comply with the New York State Security Guard Act and receive required training, and operate within the building’s budgeted security forecast.
Assist tenants and the owner with dignitary visits and special events.
Conduct applicable incident investigations when necessary.
Assist with police- or fire-related matters, including incident management, fire violations, and unusual occurrences.
Assist property management in preparing and planning for building emergencies and contingency operations.
Assist property management with building emergencies and contingency operations.
Review incident reports for accuracy and fact-based reporting.
Physically inspect areas in and around the building to identify and report fire or security issues and, when possible, take necessary corrective action.
Brief senior executives regarding fire, security, safety matters, or incidents.
Maintain required FDNY Certificates of Fitness without lapse or expiration while employed at Pier 57.