Fire Safety Specialist - Environmental Health and Safety

## Fire Safety Specialist - Environmental Health and Safety Apply:
Jackson, MS:
Full time:
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Requisition :

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Professional and Technical## Organization:

Env Health and Safety## Location/s:

Main Campus Jackson##

Job Title:

Fire Safety Specialist - Environmental Health and Safety##

Job Summary:

To perform inspections and maintenance on fire detection and suppression systems in accordance with applicable UMMC policies and procedures and state and federal regulations and standards. To provide guidance and training to UMMC personnel concerning safety procedures and the proper use of fire suppression equipment.## Education & Experience
** Education and Experience

Required:

** High School Diploma/GED and two (2) years' work experience in fire safety, general safety compliance, or emergency management    
** Certifications, Licenses or Registration

Required:

** HAZWOPER or Hazmat Technician certification required post-hire within one year  
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* Preferred Qualifications:

** Degree (Associate's or Bachelor's) in Fire Science, Fire Safety Engineering, Occupational Safety, or Emergency Management. CFI-I certification, Certified Fire Instructor, Certified Fire Officer, Certified Life Safety Specialist from NFPA, Certified Confined Space Rescue Technician, ICS 100, ICS 200, ICS 700, ICS 800.## Knowledge, Skills & Abilities
** Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
** Knowledge of federal, state, and local fire regulations and protocols. Knowledge of fire sprinkler systems, wet/dry chemical systems, and suppression systems. Skills in performing safety inspections on fire detection and suppression systems and ensuring compliance with applicable safety codes and regulations. Classroom instructional and hands-on training skills. The ability to work in or around hazardous conditions such as exposure to flames, chemicals, and biological agents (required to wear protective equipment).

The ability to communicate effectively and react calmly in emergency situations. The ability to gather data, compile information, and prepare and/or present reports.

** Responsibilities
* ** Reviews Life Safety plans.
* Reviews construction documents for all projects, meetings, conducts regular construction rounds.
* Maintains life safety documents for accreditation purposes.
* Serves as a leader on the fire response team.
* Maintains documentation related to code red events.
* Available for call after normal business hours including nights, weekends, holidays.
* Conducts routine inspections and/or tests of facilities, fire equipment, and detection and suppression systems.
* Prepares and maintains documentation related to inspections and tests; maintains inventory of and location drawings of fire equipment.
* Ensures compliance with and keeps abreast of changes in state, national fire protection association (NFPA), occupational safety and health administration (OSHA), and other relevant safety codes and regulations.
* Reviews plans for placements of exits, fire suppression systems, and technical features such as automatic closing doors and ventilation flow.
* Conducts fire safety and…