Manager, Fire Protection and Safety
Job Description
Title: Manager, Fire Protection and Safety
Opening Date 08/12/2024
Closing Date: 09/09/2024
Authority: OA/TA
Department: Safety and Security
Division/Unit: System Safety
Reports to: Director, Risk Assessment & Fire Safety
Work Location: 2 Broadway, Manhattan
Hours of Work: Managerial
Pursuant to the New York State Public Officers Law & the MTA Code of Ethics, all employees who hold a policymaking position must file an Annual Statement of Financial Disclosure (FDS) with the NYS Commission on Ethics and Lobbying in Government (the “Commission”).
Equal Employment Opportunity:
MTA and its subsidiary and affiliated agencies are Equal Opportunity Employers, including with respect to veteran status and individuals with disabilities.
Responsibilities
The incumbent will be responsible for formulating, coordinating and administering a comprehensive fire prevention and fire safety program whose goals are to eliminate or minimize the likelihood of employee/customer injuries and fatalities as well as damage to NYCT property, due to fire. The incumbent will manage a staff of Fire Safety Specialists responsible for ensuring that the highest practical levels of Fire and Life Safety are incorporated into transit operations. The incumbent will be responsible for analyzing fire statistics and will be responsible for responding to and conducting cause and origin investigation for fires that occur within the system. Additionally, responsible for coordination with city and state fire officials on emergency preparedness and other fire protection requirements.
Job Requirements
Education and Experience:
A Baccalaureate degree in Fire Protection, Engineering, or a related physical science from an accredited college or university, and 10 years practical experience relating to fire protection, incident investigation and management of which 5 years must have been in a supervisory or managerial capacity, or
A satisfactory equivalent.
Desired Skills:
- Knowledge of the Building Codes of New York State.
- Knowledge of NY City Fire Prevention Code.
- Knowledge of NY City Fire Department Rules & Regulations.
- Knowledge of National Fire Protection Association standards.
- Strong written/verbal communications skills.
- Practical knowledge and application of Computer applications.
- New York State Certified Fire Investigator.
Selection Method:
Based on evaluation of education, skills, experience, and interview.
