Deputy Fire Safety Director

About The Role

As a CBRE Deputy Fire Safety Director, you will work with management to help plan and coordinate the fire safety operations of a small to medium-sized property.

This job is part of the Security and Fire job function. They are responsible for the physical security and fire safety of the organization or other tangible assets.

Schedule:

Thursday-Monday (Tuesday/Wednesday off), 11pm-7am

• Operating and maintenance of the Fire Alarm System and all related equipment; maintaining the general condition of the Fire Command Center. Generating, filing and distributing accurate incident reports and investigating all incidents. Preparing and submitting detailed incident reports to Life Safety/Security.
• Reviewing all daily log entries regarding fire prevention and maintaining Fire Department Log boos as specified by Local Law No.5 & 26; to ensure that proper procedures are being followed.
• Capable of training all Fire Wardens, Deputy Fire Wardens, Searchers, and Building Fire Brigade; manage the Fire Wardens/Deputy Wardens sign-in logs and Organization Charts, schedule and conduct all building Fire/EAP drills, direct evacuation procedures.
• Conduct monthly communication testing of the Fire Alarm System with central station, conduct semi-annual testing of the Fire Alarm System signaling and initiating devices per code, conduct daily inspection of the building for fire prevention and protection, conduct all inspections and testing whether per NYC code or company policy.
• Follows all posted orders as assigned. Monitoring computerized Access Control, CCTV Systems, and responding to intrusion and Hold-Up (Panic) alarms. Monitoring and responding to the Building Intercom System. Remain aware and alert at all times to potential security breaches.
• Provide pertinent information to the Fire Department during emergencies and routine visits/inspections maintenance of all Fire Extinguisher systems, conduct the monthly Elevator Recall Phase I and Firemen Service Phase II.
• Enforcement of a security and life safety policies, rules and procedures, which are set forth by Building Management & tenant. Processing and accessing tenants and visitors in the building daily, this includes validating of  and recording the information on sign-in sheets and issuing building passes.
• Assist with parking operations, including issuing parking decals, permits, and citations.
• Connect with the Property Manager regarding events, incidents, and concerns. Make suggestions for future situations.
• Review the equipment inventories for accuracy.
• Provide safety information and demonstrations on how to perform certain work tasks to employees.
• Test all installed fire and life safety systems regularly to make sure they work in an effective and efficient manner. Provide criteria on the number or type of fire extinguishers needed in each area.

• High School Diploma or GED with 2-3 years of job-related experience
• FDNY F89 Fire and Safety Director License
• An established understanding of work routines and standards and applying skills and knowledge in a range of processes, procedures, and systems are required.
• Requires intermediate problem-solving skills with the capacity to review and select solutions from available options without supervisory approval.
• Ability to explain detailed and complicated information within the team in a clear and concise manner.
• Advanced knowledge of Microsoft Office products. Examples include Word, Excel, Outlook, etc.
• Strong organizational skills with a robust inquisitive mentality.

When you join CBRE, you become part of the global leader in commercial real estate services and investment that helps businesses and people thrive. We are dynamic problem solvers and forward-thinking professionals who create significant impact. Our collaborative culture is built on our shared values — respect, integrity, service and excellence — and we value the diverse perspectives, backgrounds and skillsets of our people.

At CBRE, you have the opportunity to chart your own course and realize your potential. We welcome all applicants.

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