Fire Protection Specialist 2
Job Description
Agency: Homeland Security and Emergency Services, Division of
TitleFire Protection Specialist 2
Occupational CategoryOther Professional Careers
Salary Grade23
Bargaining UnitPS&T - Professional, Scientific, and Technical (PEF)
Salary RangeFrom $84156 to $106454 Annually
Employment TypeFull-Time
Appointment TypeContingent Permanent
Jurisdictional ClassCompetitive Class
Travel Percentage60%
WorkweekMon-Fri
Hours Per Week37.5
Workday
From8 AM To5 PM
Flextime allowed?No
Mandatory overtime?No
Compressed workweek allowed?No
Telecommuting allowed?Yes
CountyErie
Street Address535 Washington St.
CityBuffalo
StateNY
Zip Code14203
Additional CommentsWork schedule may vary based on operational need.NOTE: Support of operations during times of emergency and disaster from State Emergency Operations Center (EOC), state field offices and/or local deployments may be required, which would result in a change and/or increase in working hours, locations and/or duties.NOTE ON TELECOMMUTING: Employees are required to apply and obtain approval through management to telecommute according to the agency’s Telecommuting Program Guidelines.
Responsibilities
Duties Description
The incumbent will report to the Office of Fire Protection and Control's (OFPC) Fire Training and Education Branch. Duties include, but are not limited to:
**Training and Curriculum Development:**
- Review and audit teaching assignments of Fire Protection Specialists 1 and licensed State Fire Instructors.
- Recommend new training programs and assist Fire Protection Specialists 1 and State Fire Instructors in developing training programs.
- Review curricula, lesson plans, instructional materials, and public education materials for content, relevance, and accuracy.
- Critique instructors on presentation methods, technique, and technical content; provide guidance and suggestions for improvement.
- Review participant evaluations and consult with instructors to identify areas for course improvements.
**Instructional Support:**
- Provide instruction on life safety code and fire prevention courses.
- Assist in developing and implementing fire safety policy and program development recommendations for State agencies, college campuses, and other entities, including the review of college fire service courses, curricula, and programs.
- Assist local fire departments in identifying outside experts for highly technical training programs, arranging for training materials, accommodations, and expenses.
**Program Supervision:**
- Supervise the periodic review of local fire department training programs and courses; recommend approval or revocation of Certification for these programs.
- Supervise life safety code and fire prevention inspection programs.
- Review inspection reports prepared by subordinates and supervise the preparation of formal departmental recommendations for remedial action, including legal actions when necessary.
**Inspections and Investigations:**
- Perform complex inspections and investigations, preparing detailed reports.
- Interpret fire safety provisions for government officials and private agencies.
- Consult with architects, engineers, and facility managers to resolve fire safety deficiencies identified by field staff.
**Administration and Reporting:**
- Perform fiscal, personnel, and administrative functions to support NYS life safety code and fire protection programs.
- Prepare technical reports on fire reporting data, fire safety trends, developments, and changes in technologies.
- Develop fire prevention and investigative strategies for local fire prevention planners and the community to ensure cooperation and coordination of State and local government programs.
**Representation and Collaboration:**
- Represent the State Fire Administrator at meetings with local officials, as well as at national, State, and local seminars, conferences, and workshops.
**Supervisory Responsibilities:**
- Perform full supervisory responsibilities over Fire Protection Specialists 1.
- Assign work, evaluate work performance, counsel staff, approve time off, train staff, and participate in the interview and selection process.
**Additional Requirements:**
- Travel is required.
- Possession and maintenance of a valid Driver's License issued by the NYS Department of Motor Vehicle is required.
Job Requirements
Minimum Qualifications
Applicants may be appointed if they are a current New York State Division of Homeland Security and Emergency Services employee with one year or more permanent, contingent-permanent or 55b/c service as a Fire Protection Specialist 2 and are interested in reassignment.
NOTE: This vacancy posting is for the purposes of notifying individuals about transfer opportunities. Employees on the Civil Service eligible list will be considered and should not respond to this posting. If you are on the eligible list and not reachable, you may be eligible for transfer. You are encouraged to access GOT-IT on the Career Mobility website (careermobilityoffice.cs.ny.gov/cmo) to determine transfer eligibility.
