Emergency Drill Coordinator/Safety Inspector, Environment, Health and Safety

Position Information

Position Title: Emergency Drill Coordinator/Safety Inspector, Environment, Health and Safety
Department: Environment, Health and Safety
Posting Link: https://www.ubjobs.buffalo.edu/postings/62102
Job Type: Full-Time

Posting Detail Information

Position Summary

This position is responsible for assisting the Fire and Life Safety Manager in managing compliance with the Fire Code of New York State, Chapter 4, Section 405.1, 'Emergency Evacuation Drills', for the University at Buffalo campuses. Work assignments are primarily based on maintaining compliance with applicable state and federal regulations and standards. The Emergency Drill Coordinator/ Fire Safety Inspector must work carefully with building contacts to ensure that emergency drills are conducted in a collaborative manner that avoids significant disruption to normal operations

The duties of this position will consist of:

• Required inspections of key fire safety equipment including carrying out inspection and testing of fire alarms,
• Inspection of fire suppression and other systems throughout the University.
• The incumbent accomplishes this task by working with other University departments and outside agencies, and fulfilling the duties and responsibilities of the position.
• The position will have frequent oral and written communications with campus administrators, faculty, professional staff, and facilities management, undergraduate and graduate students.
• The Emergency Drill Coordinator/ Fire Safety Inspector reports directly to the Manager of the Fire & Life Safety Division within Environment, Health and Safety (EH&S).

Outstanding Benefits Package

Working at UB comes with benefits that exceed salary alone. There are personal rewards including comprehensive health and retirement plan options. We also focus on creating and sustaining a healthy mix of work, personal and academic pursuit - all in an effort to support your work-life effectiveness. We support your growth and development through our career coaching and training department and we qualify as a public service loan forgiveness organization. Learn more about our benefit packages.

About The University at Buffalo

The University at Buffalo (UB) #ubuffalo is one of Americas leading public research universities and a flagship of the State University of New York system, recognized for our excellence and our impact. UB is a premier, research-intensive public university dedicated to academic excellence. Our research, creative activity and people positively impact the world. Like the city we call home, UB is distinguished by a culture of resilient optimism, resourceful thinking and pragmatic dreaming that enables us to reach others every day. Visit our website to learn more about the University at Buffalo.

University at Buffalo is an affirmative action/equal opportunity employer and, in keeping with our commitment, welcomes all to apply including veterans and individuals with disabilities.

Minimum Qualifications

• Associates degree with 2 years experience.
• Equivalent combination of education and experience may be substituted for the degree.
• Excellent customer service skills, presentation skills and good interpersonal communication skills are required.
• Well versed in the areas of fire alarms, fire suppression systems, and emergency drill protocols.

Preferred Qualifications

• Preference will be given to candidates with an Associates degree in the specific field of Fire Science or closely related Science field.
• Certification as a New York Code Enforcement Officer.
• Documented knowledge and experience in emergency planning and response and fire department operations.
• Experience in an academic, research or government environment.
• Creative problem solving skills.
• The ability to use Microsoft Office tools, word, excel and access programs

Physical Demands

• Must be able to move and transport up to 60 lb. cylinders
• Must be able to traverse around all parts of the campuses
• Must be able to position self to pick up items and access fire safety systems
• Must be able to ascend and descend ladders to access fire safety systems

Salary Range

$51,261 - $58,000