Fire Life Safety Director - Corporate Headquarters

Allied Universal®, North America’s leading security and facility services company, offers rewarding careers that provide a sense of purpose in a dynamic, welcoming, and collaborative workplace.

About the role

The Fire Life Safety Director oversees a part-time corporate headquarters position, ensuring life and property protection through the building's fire safety plan. This role involves 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.
• Maintain fire safety teams on all floors, 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 both regular and emergency situations.
• 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

• F85 or F89 Certificate of Fitness (NY Only).
• Minimum of 2 years of security experience.
• Familiarity with badge systems or access control is preferred.
• Experience with alarm panels is a plus.
• At least 18 years of age.
• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Effective written and oral communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to prepare written reports and logs; computer skills may be required.
• Must read and understand all operating procedures and instructions.
• Must successfully complete a background investigation and post-offer/pre-employment drug/alcohol test.
• Must maintain current active status of all required licenses and carry them while on duty.
• Exceptional customer service and communication skills.
• Ability to adapt to changing environments and handle both common and crisis situations calmly and efficiently.
• Intermediate computer skills to utilize innovative, wireless technology.
• Satisfactory attendance and punctuality standards.
• Neat and professional appearance.
• Ability to handle high-volume public interactions.
• 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 for administrative tasks.
• Constant use of eyes (correctable vision to normal level) to observe, read, and interact with public and co-workers.
• 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

$28.52 per hour.

Schedule

Part-time, 3:00 PM – 11:00 PM on Saturdays.