Safety Associate - Fire & Life Safety Division

Duke Careers•Durham, NC

3d•Onsite

About The Position

The Occupational and Environmental Safety Office (OESO) provides the focus for the administration of all safety and environmental programs to Duke University, Duke University Medical Center, and Duke University Health System. OESO has the responsibility for developing institutional safety and environmental plans and policies; providing information and training to meet all regulatory requirements; providing technical consultation and guidance; conducting exposure and risk assessments; conducting safety and environmental audits; monitoring compliance with all safety and environmental policies; and investigating accidents, injuries, spills, environmental releases, and reported unsafe conditions. The Fire & Life Safety Division is charged with the responsibility to design, implement, and manage a vigilant fire safety program. The Fire & Life Safety Division conducts periodic assessments for compliance with the Life Safety Code and is highly effective at identifying, and minimizing the risk of fire in all Duke Health System, University, and Medical Center properties.

Requirements

Must have experience working with contracts, contractors, and fire service background.
Must have a valid driver’s license

Nice To Haves

Knowledge of Brady Inspect & Track and Building Reports.com software systems desirable.
Knowledge of electronic monitoring of fire extinguishers and the applicable technologies associated with electronic monitoring outlined in NFPA Standard 10 highly desirable.
Must be knowledgeable of Joint Commission and other HIPPA rules, policies, and programs.
Certified Fire Inspector, IFSAC Fire Inspector, Firefighter or other recognized certification desired.

Responsibilities

Prepare monthly reports for each assigned contract specialty. Validate all invoices submitted by contractors to ensure the quality, quantity and timely performance of work according to the Scope of Work detailed in the appropriate contract.
Determine fiscal requirements and provide budgetary recommendations for contractor based fire prevention/protection requirements. Assist with the development, selection, and administration of all Fire & Life Safety based contracts.
Maintain automated records of inspections on fire extinguishers, alarm systems, and related safety equipment.
Participate in the inspection, maintenance, and testing of automatic and/or fire alarm systems when determined that in-house accomplishment is more cost effective then contractor performance.
Assist in the management of all scheduled maintenance, inspections, and tests of fire hydrants, sprinklers and standpipes located throughout the University and Medical Center to include water flow tests, pressure tests, and general maintenance to ensure reliability of equipment in an emergency situation.
Support Fire & Life Safety Staff Specialists with assigned duties during major disasters, drills, and fire emergencies to include fire investigations.
Assist/support staff personnel conducting fire drills, fire detection/suppression testing to ensure Fire & Life Safety proficiency.
Assist Fire & 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, fire extinguisher selection/use and other topics promoting fire and general life safety.
Perform administrative functions to include preparing correspondence, filing reports and records, electronic file plans and other administrative duties as directed by the supervisor or the Fire & Life Safety Division Director.
Attend meetings as determined necessary and serve as the OESO Fire & Life Safety liaison providing input and guidance.
Conduct Community Based Fire & Life Safety Surveillance at special events and in the event of emergency evacuation, implement evacuation procedures IAW local policies and directives.
Monitor fire alarm receiver panels during sporting events, special events and other high interest events. Requires periodic shift work, weekends, and occasional short notice assignments.