Preparedness & Life Safety Specialist

Summary
Supports the network's fire/Life Safety, emergency preparedness, resiliency, and continuity of business operations programs. Assists the network Fire Marshal in ensuring regulatory compliance for all fire/Life Safety and emergency preparedness-related requirements. Coordinates emergency preparedness and crisis management activities, develops and delivers fire/Life Safety education, and assists the Network Fire Marshal in reviewing and creating policies, implementing corrective action plans, and performing fire inspections.
Job Duties

• Provides operational support to the department and colleagues throughout all phases of emergency management including emergency responses.
• Coordinates and assists with the facilitation of educational programs, exercises, and deployments.
• Oversees Fire/Life Safety inspections, investigations, and incident documentation.
• Provides administrative support and coordination for Fire Safety and Emergency Management activities and programs.
• Makes recommendations to the department for improving operations and compliance.
• Develops and executes meaningful tabletop drills and full-scale emergency exercises that involve community members and network colleagues.

Minimum Qualifications

• High School Diploma/GED
• 3 years Healthcare management, fire code enforcement, or emergency management/emergency services.
• Record-keeping skills.
• Knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite and Visio products.
• Knowledge of fire/Life Safety codes as they relate to business occupancies and healthcare occupancies.
• Knowledge in emergency incident management, fire safety education, and healthcare emergency preparedness program development.
• Drivers License Commercial Class A within 1 Year
• BLS - Basic Life Support Upon Hire and
• EMT - Emergency Medical Tech PA within 180 Days and
• NFPA-472 Hazardous Materials Technician within 1 Year

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree Healthcare administration, fire science, emergency services administration, engineering, political science, public administration/policy, healthcare-related science, or emergency management.
• National Healthcare Disaster Professional (ANCC) within 3 Years or
• Certified Healthcare Emergency Professional (CHEP) within 3 Years or
• NFPA-Certified Life Safety Specialist for Health Care Facilities Managers. Upon Hire or
• Plans Examiner Certification (NFPA) Upon Hire or
• Fire Inspector II Certification (NFPA) Upon Hire or
• Fire Investigator Certification (NFPA) Upon Hire
• Fire inspector I within 1 Year or
• Pennsylvania Labor and Industry Certified Fire Codes Official within 1 Year

Physical Demands
Lift over 50 lbs. Push/pull up to 140 lbs. Carry 80 lbs. short distances. Frequent standing/walking, squatting, kneeling, crawling, climbing and reaching overhead.
Job Description Disclaimer: This position description provides the major duties/responsibilities, requirements and working conditions for the position. It is intended to be an accurate reflection of the current position, however management reserves the right to revise or change as necessary to meet organizational needs. Other responsibilities may be assigned when circumstances require.