Life Safety and Compliance Officer

The best thing about this role

Are you looking to make a difference by improving the health of our patients? Here you will find an innovative culture that is patient-focused and dedicated to making a difference. We are committed to helping the population we serve, and our communities, achieve optimum health and enjoy the best quality of life possible. Recently named a Forbes America's Best-In-State Employer 2022

What you'll do

The Life Safety and Compliance Officer will be responsible for planning, organizing and managing the six Environment of Care (EOC) plans, Statement of Conditions, Electronic Statement of Conditions (eSOC), Life Safety deficiencies, and Categorical Waiver review related to CMS standards. Provides oversight for hazardous materials, decontamination and will provide guidance or fill the role of Safety Officer. Provides Fire Safety resources and planning to Bassett Medical Center as well as Bassett Healthcare Network (Bassett Medical Center, Cobleskill Regional Hospital, O'Connor Hospital, Little Falls Hospital, A. O. Fox Hospital, Regional Maintenance offsites). Takes the lead in construction projects as it relates to Interim Life Safety Measures (ILSM). The Life Safety and Compliance Officer is accountable for providing optimal customer relations, operational support, project code review, and works with facilities to create corrective actions for life safety, Compliance and EOC findings. Ensures the safe, clean, effective, and efficient operation and maintenance of all facilities and mechanical, electrical and building systems. Provides guidance and leadership to the Environmental Safety officer, and will provide consultative guidance in Code Activations, Incident Command situations and leadership for all staff safety. Actively engages in the planning and implementation of capital projects to support continued operations and development in the categories of renovations and new construction. Develops and implements policies at the corporate and department level.

* Responsible for planning, organizing and managing the 6 EOC plans, SOC and life safety for the network.


* Assists the executive leadership of facilities in the management and direction of the Network, including setting priorities, coordinating, and reporting group activities.


* Provides senior technical leadership to Bassett Healthcare Network.


* Support the executive leadership of facilities in the development and execution of objectives, strategies and tactics for information resources management for Bassett Healthcare Network.


* Support the executive leadership of facilities in the coordination of the development and implementation of Bassett's strategic plans.


* To provide leadership in the development and implementation of the annual department operating plan, including operating and capital budgets, to ensure effective unit performance and contribution to corporate objectives.


* To plan new and replacement systems that are sensitive to organizational needs and ensure efficient accomplishment of objectives, and secure resources as necessary.


* Assess and communicate risks associated with equipment and newly acquired buildings.


* Assist in the development of business case justifications and cost/benefit analyses for facility spending and initiatives.


* Review maintenance contracts.


* Assist in defining and communicating corporate procedures, policies, and standards.


* Conduct research to remain up-to-date and knowledgeable in regard to industry trends and emerging technologies.


* Assists in developing departmental performance improvement plans and participates as directed in the Bassett Performance Improvement Program.


* To develop unit policies, procedures, plans, and activities, ensuring that they are within acceptable standards for facilities.


* To identify performance issues resulting from actions or work performed by the Bassett Healthcare Network.


* To identify and correct problems within Corporate Support Services which interfere with customer satisfaction and recommend action be taken when outside of own authority.


* To develop programs, policies, or services that increase the satisfaction of our internal and external customers.


* To establish methods of identifying levels of customer satisfaction and to use these as a basis for planning and action.


* To ensure the resources necessary to support cost effective program and service expansions.


* Ensure operations adhere to applicable laws and regulations.


* Conduct EOC rounding in concert with the Director of Facilities and documentation supporting findings and corrections.


* Assist in fire drills and fire drill scheduling.


* Performs other duties as requested and observed by supervisor or manager.

What we need from you

Education:

* High School Diploma or GED, required
* 4 year/Bachelor's degree, preferred

Experience:

* Minimum 8 years professional experience in facilities management, required
* Minimum 3 years experience in a healthcare setting, required

Licensure/Certifications:

* OSHA 30 hour course certification or obtain within 9 months of hiring, required
* Valid, Clean New York State Drivers License, required
* TJC Base comp training certification and/or NFPA 101 Life Safety code class, required

Skills:

* Accountability
* Accuracy
* Adaptability
* Attention to Detail
* Build Relationships
* Communication
* Creative Thinking
* Critical Thinking
* Budgeting
* Customer Service
* Decision Making
* Gathering/Extracting Information
* Initiating Projects
* Interacting with People
* Leadership
* Logical Thinking
* Multi-Tasking
* Planning
* Project Management/Planning
* Reliability

Physical Requirements:

* Sedentary work - Exerting up to 10 lbs of force occasionally, and/or a negligible amount of force frequently or constantly to lift, carry, push, pull or otherwise move objects
* Occasional balancing, climbing, crouching, grasping, kneeling, lifting, pulling, pushing, reaching, standing, stooping, visual acuity (color, depth, perception), fit testing
* Frequent walking
* Constant typing/clerical/dexterity, hearing, repetitive motion, seeing/monitor/computer use, talking

Hazards:

* Occasional bodily fluids/bloodborne, burns, chemical, electrical, explosives, mechanical, radiation/radiant energy

Working Conditions:

* Occasional extreme temperatures, noise, vibration, wet and/or humid, dust, fumes, gases, mists, odors

Travel:

* Extensive travel - you should expect to travel every week

Total Rewards

Bassett Healthcare Network's commitment to our employees includes benefit programs carefully designed with the needs and values of all our employees in mind. Many of the benefits we offer are paid fully or in large part by Bassett. Our generous benefits offerings include:

* Paid time off, including company holidays, vacation, and sick time
* Medical, dental and vision insurance
* Life insurance and disability protection
* Retirement benefits including an employer match
* And more

Specific benefit offerings may vary by location and/or position.

Pay Range

Salary is based on a variety of factors, including, but not limited to, qualifications, experience, education, licenses, specialty, training, and fair market evaluation based on industry standards. The above compensation range represents a good faith belief of the compensation range by Bassett Healthcare Network, and its entities and affiliates, at the time of this posting or advertisement.

Pay Range Minimum:

USD $89,576.05/Yr.

Pay Range Maximum:

USD $134,364.07/Yr.

We love the difference people bring

We provide equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, creed, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related condition), age, national origin or ancestry, citizenship, disability, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression (including transgender status), genetic predisposition or carrier status, military or veteran status, familial status, status as a victim of domestic violence, or any other status protected by law.