Manager, Fire & Life Safety

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Duties & Responsibilities

Emergency Response & Incident Support

• Responds to fire alarms emergency situations and safety incidents in accordance with the building Emergency Action Plan (EAP)

• Reports to Fire Command Stations as assigned and supports execution of emergency procedures

• Coordinates with FDNY and other first responders providing building-specific information and operational support

• When serving as the most senior or qualified fire and life safety professional present assumes temporary on-site command responsibilities including directing emergency operations making announcements and coordinating response efforts

• Transitions command to the Senior Associate Director Associate Director or other designated leaders upon their arrival providing clear and concise situational briefings

Inspections Compliance & Risk Mitigation

• Conducts routine inspections of fire and life safety systems including fire extinguishers exit signage emergency lighting standpipes and sprinkler systems

• Identifies hazards and supports corrective actions in partnership with Facilities Environmental Health & Safety and Community Safety teams

• Assists in ensuring compliance with NYC Fire Code FDNY regulations Department of Buildings requirements and College policies

• Supports enforcement of fire safety requirements related to occupancy public assembly and high-risk environments

Training & Preparedness

• Assists in the coordination and execution of fire drills and evacuation exercises as required by code

• Supports training of Wardens Deputy Wardens Searchers and other emergency roles

• Delivers or supports fire and life safety training for faculty staff and students

• Contributes to campus-wide preparedness efforts and a culture of shared safety responsibility

Systems Testing & Operational Support

• Assists in testing Fire Command Stations Warden Phones PA systems elevator recall and related fire alarm components

• Responds to odor complaints and other safety concerns working with Facilities and other teams to identify and mitigate risks

• Supports monitoring and troubleshooting of life safety systems in coordination with internal teams and external vendors

Documentation & Administrative Support

• Maintains fire logs inspection records drill documentation and compliance tracking materials

• Prepares reports on inspections incidents violations and corrective actions

• Supports issuance and monitoring of hot work permits and enforcement of fire protection standards

• Maintains accurate electronic records of fire and life safety activities and provides summary reporting as needed

Skills Qualifications & Requirements:

Knowledge Skills & Abilities

• Working knowledge of NYC FDNY and Department of Buildings regulations

• Ability to respond to and support emergency operations in a calm structured and decisive manner

• Strong attention to detail in inspections compliance tracking and documentation

• Ability to communicate effectively with a wide range of campus stakeholders

• Strong organizational and problem-solving skills

• Ability to work independently while contributing to a coordinated team environment

• Comfort operating in a dynamic environment with shifting priorities and responsibilities

Qualifications

• Bachelors degree or equivalent combination of education and experience required

• Minimum of 35 years of experience in fire safety emergency response or a related environment (higher education healthcare laboratory or commercial setting preferred)

• Must possess or have the ability to obtain within 2 months of hire:

  • FDNY Certificate of Fitness: F-89 (Fire Life Safety Director) or F-58/F-59 (FSD/EAP Director)

  • Additional Certificates of Fitness as required (F01 F03/04 W07 S12 S13/14)

• Knowledge of fire/life safety systems inspections and compliance protocols

• Ability to work flexible hours including evenings weekends and holidays

Work Schedule

Typical schedule: TuesdaySaturday 2:00 PM 10:00 PM*
*Work hours may vary based on operational needs. Flexibility is required to support a 24x7 operation.

Salary Range: $74000 - $79000 annually

The salary of the finalist selected for this role will be set based on a variety of factors including but not limited to departmental budgets qualifications experience education licenses specialty and training. The above hiring range represents the Colleges good faith and reasonable estimateof the range of possible compensation at the time of posting.

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