Security Fire Safety Director-39729

About the Role

Our Fire & Life Safety Directors support Harvard Protection in our goal of providing best-in-class security and life safety services. This is a true leadership position where you will maintain a professional demeanor while leading staff and aiding customers, employees, visitors, and guests.

Responsibilities

• Maintain a visible presence in the assigned facility/building.
• Monitor the environment to detect suspicious and unsafe activity.
• Become familiar with incoming and outgoing traffic, including customers, tenants, visitors, and guests.
• Answer phones professionally and make clear, audible announcements.
• Permit authorized persons to enter the property and monitor entrances and exits.
• Enforce facility/building policies and procedures within the scope of the position.
• Follow established emergency action planning, fire protection, and safety standards.
• Monitor alarms and systems as required.
• Perform operations-related functions, including scheduling, overtime management, reviewing daily logs and incident reports, and training and developing staff.
• Test and inspect fire extinguishers and other fire protection devices for compliance.
• Discuss violations and unsafe conditions with site representatives.
• Prepare reports on inspections, standards violations, and recommendations for eliminating fire hazards.
• Maintain records and logs as required by law.
• Perform fire-fighting duties during emergencies, if necessary.
• Train others in fire emergency response plans and assist in fire drills.
• Perform additional security services functions as permitted under the security officer license and specified for the assigned site(s).

Requirements

• State or municipality-mandated security officer licenses.
• Minimum High School Diploma, GED, or equivalent.
• Must have a Fire Safety Director's license.
• Knowledge of or ability to learn fire inspection operations and procedures.
• Reliable means of communication and transportation.
• Strong interpersonal communication skills.
• Ability to obtain a security guard license within an acceptable period if not already held.
• Previous experience in contract security, law enforcement, fire department, military, or customer service is preferred.
• Good organizational skills.
• Ability to write routine detailed correspondence, including log entries, incident reports, and other documentation.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced, customer service environment.
• Good time management skills and the ability to prioritize and problem-solve.
• Proficiency in computer skills, including Microsoft Office.

Qualifications

• Fire Safety Director's license.
• Security guard license or ability to obtain one within an acceptable period.

Skills

• Strong interpersonal communication skills.
• Organizational skills.
• Time management and problem-solving abilities.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and other computer skills.

Benefits

• Health & welfare benefits.
• Dental and vision insurance.
• Sick leave and vacation.
• 401K enrollment.

Pay

$28.45/Hr

Schedule

Monday - Friday, 3:00 PM - 11:30 PM

Harvard Protection Services is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, pregnancy, genetic information, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other protected category under applicable federal, state, and local laws.