Fire Protection Specialist 2/3

About the role

The Engineering Services - Fire Protection Systems (ES-FPS) team at Los Alamos National Laboratory (LANL) invites qualified candidates to join our team as a Fire Protection Specialist. This position assists in coordinating one or more elements of the Laboratory’s fire protection program, including suppression and alarm systems operations.

Responsibilities

• Conduct facility surveillances
• Assist with site-wide fire alarm operations
• Review authorization basis documentation related to fire protection and fire hazards analysis documents
• Research information for fire protection and code compliance activities
• Design, plan review/approval, and commissioning of complex building fire detection and alarm systems
• Develop and maintain stand-alone fire alarm receiving system computer/server network and facility fire detection and alarm system operations and maintenance procedures
• Communicate the results of fire detection and alarm system design to project managers, project/facility engineers, and facility managers
• Assist in the research for responses to fire alarm system-related queries by internal and external entities
• Lead fire protection and loss prevention related organizational strategies, goals, and metrics
• Determine the effectiveness of these strategies and make necessary modifications
• Represent the Laboratory to enforcement agencies, other DOE laboratories, and community organizations
• Respond to unique, one-of-a-kind external/internal requests for information and/or documents relating to worker health and safety, fire protection, and loss prevention issues and inquiries
• Serve as an audit liaison for the fire protection program and respond to inquiries from the National Nuclear Security Administration (NNSA), the Inspector General (IG), Department of Energy (DOE), and/or Defense Nuclear Facilities Safety Board (DNFSB)
• Take the lead in developing reports to meet management needs at all levels and in response to external inquiries
• Serve as the lead liaison in developing fire protection and loss prevention performance goals and objectives for the institution

Requirements

• Minimum 5 years of related experience or an equivalent combination of education and experience directly related to the occupation
• Postgraduate course work may be desirable
• DOE Q-Clearance
• NICET Qualifications or Certification
• Recognized Fire Alarm and/or Sprinkler Design certifications
• Experience with Fire Alarm Panel design, installation, or maintenance
• Experience with LANL policy and procedures
• Experience as Team or Program Lead
• Experience working under DOE Order 420.1C, DOE Order 1066, and DOE Order 151.1D

Qualifications

• Teamwork and Leadership Experience working in a complex organization of diverse operations, combined with a demonstrated ability to function collaboratively with varying teams.
• Operational Functions Demonstrated experience working with customers in fire protection disciplines.
• Proven ability in providing professional guidance in interpreting regulations and policies to ensure compliance.
• Demonstrated experience in developing, implementing, and maintaining documents such as procedures, forms, templates, and/or plans.
• Computer Business Systems Demonstrated proficiency in the use of common computer-based software, shared database applications (e.g. Microsoft Office, Adobe Products, Access, Outlook, Oracle, Blue Beam, etc.).
• Experience with the operations, maintenance, testing and surveillance with stand-alone computer/server network systems.
• Communications/Customer Service Demonstrated ability leading professional communications and meetings with all levels of personnel, including external interfaces. Ability to provide consultative customer service to internal and external customers. Skilled written and oral communication that convey consideration for the unique needs of different audiences.
• Technical Expertise Demonstrated experience with appropriate fire and sprinkler design qualifications, plans examiner experience or certifications, code inspector experience or certification.
• Training/Certifications Demonstrated knowledge/understanding of and experience with the application of the International Building and Fire Codes (IBC/IFC), NFPA codes and standards, life safety and loss prevention standards as they relate to fire detection and alarm systems. NFPA Certified Fire Protection Specialist curriculum completion within one year of hire date.

Benefits

The Laboratory offers a comprehensive benefits package including:

• PPO or High Deductible medical insurance with the same large nationwide network
• Dental and vision insurance
• Free basic life and disability insurance
• Paid childbirth and parental leave
• Award-winning 401(k) (6% matching plus 3.5% annually)
• Learning opportunities and tuition assistance
• Flexible schedules and time off (PTO and holidays)
• Onsite gyms and wellness programs
• Extensive relocation packages (outside a 50 mile radius)

Pay

Fire Protection Specialist 2: $80,400 - $127,900
Fire Protection Specialist 3: $87,800 - $143,000

Schedule

This position may require 24/7 coverage, which could involve working a shift/weekend schedule. Employees may be eligible for shift differential pay when assigned by their manager. Shift/weekend assignments are at the discretion of the manager.

Work Location

The work location for this position is onsite and located in Los Alamos, NM. All work locations are at the discretion of management.

Equal Opportunity

Los Alamos National Laboratory is an equal opportunity employer and supports a diverse and inclusive workforce. All employment practices are based on qualification and merit, without regard to race, color, national origin, ancestry, religion, age, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, marital status or spousal affiliation, physical or mental disability, medical conditions, pregnancy, status as a protected veteran, genetic information, or citizenship within the limits imposed by federal laws and regulations.