Fire life Safety Director - Corporate Building

Allied Universal®, North America’s leading security and facility services company, offers rewarding careers that provide a sense of purpose. Work in a dynamic, welcoming, and collaborative workplace as part of a team that positively impacts the communities and customers we serve.

About the role

The Fire Life Safety Director is responsible for protecting life and property through the implementation of the building's fire safety plan. This includes managing the Fire Command Station, supervising the fire brigade, floor wardens, deputy floor wardens, and building evacuation supervisors, and acting as a liaison to the NYC Fire Department during emergencies.

Responsibilities

• Ensure all life safety systems and related equipment are fully functional.
• Ensure all floors have fire safety teams, including Fire Wardens, Deputy Fire Wardens, and Building Evacuation Team members.
• Conduct fire alarm drills and maintain a written log of critiques to identify potential or actual weaknesses in response time or life safety systems.
• Provide clear direction, information, and assistance to client visitors, guests, vendors, and employees in a professional, pleasant, and courteous manner, both regularly and during emergencies.
• Assist building security staff in visually inspecting access badges/identification cards to prevent unauthorized access.
• Maintain surveillance and report any suspicious persons and/or packages.
• Perform CPR/AED and basic first aid if required.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• At least 18 years of age.
• Effective written and oral communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to deal with all levels of personnel and the general public professionally.
• Ability to use initiative and independent judgment within established guidelines.
• Frequent preparation of written reports and logs in neat, legible handwriting; computer skills may be required.
• Ability to read and understand all operating procedures and instructions.
• Licensing requirements are subject to state and/or local laws and regulations and may be required prior to employment.
• Must successfully complete a background investigation and a post-offer/pre-employment drug/alcohol test as a condition of employment.
• Maintain current active status of all required licenses at all times and carry the license while on duty.
• Exceptional customer service and communication skills.
• Flexibility to adapt to ever-changing environments and different situations.
• Intermediate computer skills to utilize innovative, wireless technology at client-specific sites.
• Satisfactory attendance and punctuality standards.
• Neat and professional appearance.
• Ability to handle both common and crisis situations calmly and efficiently.
• Ability to read, understand, and clearly speak English; constant use of speech and hearing (correctable to normal level required).
• Ability to handle pressure when working with a high-volume general public.
• Licensed by the New York State Department of State.

Physical and Mental Functions

• Stand or walk constantly (for up to an entire shift) on various surfaces (tile, concrete, carpet).
• Climb stairs, ramps, or ladders occasionally during shift.
• Occasionally bend/twist at waist/knees/neck to perform various duties.
• Occasionally lift or carry up to 40 pounds.
• Run as needed.
• Constant use of both hands and arms in reaching/handling/grasping/fingering while using phone, notepad, writing reports, and other administrative tasks.
• Constant use of eyes (correctable vision to normal level required) to observe, read, interact with public and co-workers, view security monitors; includes hand/eye coordination.
• Work in various environments including adverse outdoor conditions such as cold, rain, or heat.
• Constant mental alertness and attention to detail required while setting priorities and following up on assignments.

Pay

$30.00 per hour.

Schedule

• Full-time position.
• Candidates should be flexible to work Monday through Sunday.
• Afternoon and evening shifts available.