Fire and Life Safety Director
Job Description
Employment Opportunity
At Inter-Con we take pride in providing customized security solutions for our clients. To us, that means the right officer in the right place and at the right time. In many cases our clients desire a softer security plan that meets their values and needs, but where high value people and assets are involved, others may prefer a more obvious security presence. As an Unarmed Security Officer, you will be part of a highly trained security team that supports critical facilities and infrastructure, public venues that required an enhanced presence and personal protective services. You’ll be trained by our team of highly qualified firearms instructors in safe weapons handling and marksmanship. As an Unarmed Security Officer, you are an integral part of the broad spectrum of specialized security services Inter-Con provides its clients every day.
Specific Benefits Include
Competitive PayTraining and Career Development.Opportunities for Medical, dental, Holidays, vacation and sick, and 401 (k) retirement plan.Uniform and equipment provided
Additional Benefits Vary Depending On Position.
Security personnel are to be certified and trained and will be assigned a variety of standing, sitting and walking posts .
Inter-Con Overview
Founded in 1973, Inter-Con Security Systems, Inc. is a leading US-owned security company, providing integrated security solutions to government and commercial customers on four continents. Inter-Con remains under family ownership and control and operates as the industry leader in the field of customized, high-requirement security solutions. Inter-Con employs over 35,000 security personnel world-wide, trained and managed by a team of professionals with unsurpassed military, law enforcement, and security experience. Inter-Con is Everywhere Security Matters.
Why Work at Inter-Con?
Passion: Inter-Con is a thriving company that is passionate about its products and people. Joining the Inter-Con family is an opportunity for growth and career advancement in an environment that truly cares for its employees. By joining the Inter-Con family, you’re working with the best to build a safer future.People: Inter-Con is more than a company, it’s an alumni base. We believe in positioning the right people in the right place to help them achieve their long-term aspirations for career growth. We have transitioned thousands of officers into successful careers in law enforcement, government agencies, foreign affairs and many more. Your career success drives our success.Benefits: Inter-Con offers excellent benefits that include flexible scheduling to accommodate lifestyle commitments, vacation, sick leave, medical, dental, comprehensive training, discounts on higher education and much more.Partner with us to begin a journey that begins with a commitment and leads to a career of a lifetime. Stand out. Be proud. Be Inter-Con!
Responsibilities
Expected Responsibilities
- Act as Fire and Life Safety Director as per guidelines of FDNY – Certificate of Fitness F-89 dated 7-
27-17 which illustrates knowledge required for an FLSD including but not limited to BuildingKnowledge, Fire Command Center & Elevators, Non-Fire Emergencies including Active Shooterand Training Elements
- Monitor and control all fire/life safety panels within the site. Immediate respond to all trouble,
supervisory and alarm signals received. Dispatch fire brigade including “runner” to investigate allsignals received.
- Perform daily lamp-test
- Review work-order tickets which may impact the fire alarm or suppression system(s) - SWMP
- Maintain all fire command logbooks as per LL#5 and LL#26. Sign-in fire command logbook at the
beginning of shift and end of tour. Indicate any times relieved from assignment includingpersonal breaks and/or meal period.
- Communicate all fire and non-fire emergency incident situations and relevant information
without delay to the Operations Command Center Supervisor and First Responders.
- Conduct and document all assigned code required inspections including but not limited to
warden phones, fire extinguishers, AED’s, stairwell, emergency lighting, central station. Notifylead fire safety director and/or CBRE Fire Safety Director of all observed deficiencies withoutdelay
- Attend all assigned training and participate in tenant warden training
- Enter all daily activity including assigned inspections into Maximo work order system
- Attend all training sessions assigned including but not limited to AED/CPR, First Aid, Blood Borne
Pathogens, Fire Life Safety.
- Maintain fire warden organizational charts.
- Maintain command log and record all relevant information including but not limited to system
troubles, supervisory and alarm signals, and steps taken to address all impairments to fire detectionand suppression systems, hot-work activities.
- Maintain uniforms, personal appearance and grooming in a professional manner.
- Respond to all medical emergencies within the WTC campus with medical response “bag.” Provide
any immediate medical attention required.
- A minimum of one FLSD are required to always hold post at the Fire Command Station. Breaks must
be scheduled accordingly to maintain this required coverage (no exceptions). All FLSD staff arerequired face to face for end of shift relief.
- Monitor radio, email, and text message communication(s) at all times as it relates to activities
taking place at the site.
- Account for all materials and supplies each shift including but not limited to radios, keys, medical
supplies, and record in fire command logbook. All reports of missing or damaged equipment must beescalated to lead officer or account manager without delay
Job Requirements
Qualifications
- Minimum of a High School Diploma or Equivalent.
- Clear written and verbal communication skills in the English language. Ability to communicate
and compile relevant and required information regarding all incidents within the site tocomplete written incidents report in a clear and concise manner.
- Must possess basis computer skills including email, “Word” documents, Ability following minimum
training to enter daily activities, inspection reports, and incidents within the Maximo work-ordersystem. Proper certification by the appropriate governmental authority to act as a Deputy Fire &Life Safety Director. (F-89 FDNY Certificate of Fitness Fire Life Safety Director)
- Possess three (3) years of experience as a Fire Safety Director in a high-rise building or large
complex.
- Ability to respond to fast-moving, stressful conditions and provide clear, concise, and accurate
information to OCC Management Team, First Responders and Senior Management staff
- AED/CPR certification
- FDNY Certificate of Fitness – Fireguard for Impairment F-01
- Additional FDNY certifications strongly preferred but not required – F-60 Fireguard for Torch
Operations, S-12 Supervision of Sprinkler Systems, S-14 Supervision of Multi-zone Standpipe Systems,S-15 Supervision of Foam & Water Sprinkler Systems
- Preferred but not required, individuals with prior military, law enforcement or firefighting experience .
Contractor staff shall attend FDNY code required semi-annual training sessions to be conductedon-site regarding fire and non-fire emergency responses and all other sitewide relevant topics,best practices, and new technology. In the event of any government issued safe-distancingmandates or recommendation training may take place over the phone or by virtual means.Contractor, at no additional cost, must provide training and must show evidence to CBRE FireSafety Director that all FLSD’s have received a minimum of eighty (80) hours of sitefamiliarization, fire panel operation, standard operating procedures prior to being assigned towork at the WTC site. Contractor must provide written electronic documentation that thisrequirement is fulfilled prior to assignment of staffEducation And Experience
High school diploma or equivalent; possession of a college degree is highly desirable.Speak, read, and write English.All assigned personnel should be of high integrity and possess exemplary security skills and judgment.
Assigned personnel should possess above average computer skills and must hold all necessary and required licenses, permits and certifications required by the States and/or Countries of assignment to perform security officer duties.
