Fire Safety Specialist (GSD #3518)

$17.47 – $27.07 Hourly

$36,332 – $56,314 Annually

This position is a Pay Band 50

Posting Details

THIS POSTING WILL BE USED FOR ONGOING RECRUITMENT AND MAY CLOSE AT ANY TIME. APPLICANT LISTS MAY BE SCREENED MORE THAN ONCE.

Why does the job exist?

This position is responsible for maintaining a compliance inspection program for buildings owned by the General Services Department’s (GSD) Facilities Management Division (FMD). This position will maintain support for evacuation plan assessments, inspection of fire suppression systems, fire extinguishers, Life Safety, and associated equipment in assigned facilities is safe, operational, and in compliance with local, state, federal and any applicable codes and standards regarding fire safety within the jurisdiction of GSD’s buildings in Santa Fe County. This position will provide emergency evacuation planning and training guidance for the occupant agencies in both leased space and state owned space.

How does it get done?

The incumbent in this position will:

– Coordinate and plan evacuation drills and reviews for building evacuation teams.
– Respond to fire alarms and assist local fire departments during emergencies.
– Maintain fire systems in Santa Fe GSD-owned buildings.
– Conduct inspections to ensure compliance with safety codes.
– Report inspection findings and coordinate corrective actions.
– Approve vendor work related to fire system maintenance.
– Ensure effective evacuation procedures and fire system maintenance within the jurisdiction.

Who are the customers?

State of New Mexico Departments and Agencies and State of New Mexico staff, building occupants, customers and the general
public.

Ideal Candidate

The ideal candidate has experience in the following:

– 4 years experience, and proficiency with fire compliance in a governmental, military or commercial setting.
– Familiar with current fire and building codes when it comes to fire protection both in existing buildings, new construction and re-model of existing buildings.

Minimum Qualification

High School Diploma or Equivalent and one (1) year of experience in general buildings and grounds maintenance, custodial duties, construction or appliance repair.

Substitution Table

These combinations of education and experience qualify you for the position:
Education Experience 1 High School Diploma or Equivalent AND # of months or years of experience specified in the minimum qualification 2 Associate’s Degree AND Zero years of experience
• Education and years of experience must be related to the purpose of the position.
• If Minimum Qualification requires a specific number of “semester hours” in a field (e.g. 6 semester hours in Accounting), applicants MUST have those semester hours in order to meet the minimum qualifications. No substitutions apply for semester hours.

Employment Requirements

Must possess and maintain a valid New Mexico Driver’s License. Must possess and maintain a current Defensive Driving Course Certificate from the State of New Mexico or must pass and receive Defensive Driving Course Certification as a condition of continued employment.

Working Conditions

Fast paced setting with varied management schedules. Working in both an interior and exterior setting with a variety of weather conditions. Lifting, pulling, bending and standing for prolonged periods, must be able to lift 50 lbs. Must interact well with customer agencies, FMD staff, and building professionals, and a variety of government inspectors.

Supplemental Information

Benefits:

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Agency Contact Information:John Skahill (505) 690-3987 or John.Skahill@gsd.nm.gov Email

For information on Statutory Requirements for this position, click the Classification Description link on the job advertisement.

Bargaining Unit Position

This position is covered by a collective bargaining agreement and all terms/conditions of that agreement apply and must be adhered to.

Job Category
Construction
Job Type
Full Time/Permanent
Salary
USD 36,332.00 - 56,314.00 per year
Country
United States
City
Santa Fe
Career Level
unspecified
Company
State of New Mexico
JOB SOURCE
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