Fire Safety Officer -E7

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Employee is responsible for safeguarding people and property at the Walter P. Reuther Psychiatric Hospital (WRPH) buildings, facilities and grounds. Duties include operating central communication, monitor & maintain front lobby, monitoring the and security cameras, patient ground movement, and visitor monitoring. Transportation of patients to court, medical appointments and other facilities. Patrol the grounds/parking areas and building rounds including the activity bldg.

Overall fire safety and occupational safety responsibilities for a 24- hour, 7 day a week department.

Educational level typically acquired through completion of high school.

Fire and Safety Officer 6:
One year of experience in a security guard or public safety occupation.

Fire and Safety Officer E7:
One year of experience equivalent to a Fire and Safety Officer 6.

Absence of a criminal record of felony convictions which would prohibit the applicant from receiving, possessing, and carrying a firearm.

Possession of a valid driver's license.

See individual position descriptions for other requirements.

View the Job Specification at:
Fire and Safety Officer 6-8

View the position description at: FSO 1st Shift, FSO 2nd Shift