Institutional Fire Safety Specialist

2 weeks ago

Philadelphia County PA, United States Commonwealth of PA Full time

**THE POSITION**:
**DESCRIPTION OF WORK**:
As an IFSS, you are responsible for directing a fire prevention and safety program at DVVH.

Work involves coordinating disaster drills, ensuring the drills meet local, state and federal regulations, and teaching the proper use of emergency response equipment. Also, you develop and conduct a facility-wide safety program in compliance with the requirements of the Accident and Illness Prevention Program (AIPP) and the department’s safety policies and procedures. In addition, you serve as an advisor to the Veterans Home Safety Committee and its constituent subcommittees. This includes researching and investigating all work related incidents and identifying all safety concerns and hazards received at DVVH.

Other duties include managing the security force at DVVH through subordinate Security Officer 2s. You perform supervisory duties such as preparing and signing employee performance reviews, approving and disapproving leave requests, and making recommendations for disciplinary actions.

Interested in learning more? Additional details regarding this position can be found in the position description.

**Work Schedule and Additional Information**:

- Full-time employment, 37.5-hour work week
- Work hours are 8:00 AM to 4:00 PM, Monday to Friday, with 30-minute lunch.
- ** Salary**:_ _**In some cases, the starting salary may be non-negotiable.

**REQUIRED EXPERIENCE, TRAINING & ELIGIBILITY**:
**QUALIFICATIONS**
**Minimum Experience and Training Requirements**:

- Three years of institution safety work, including one year of fire prevention and fire fighting work, and completion of two years of college; or one year of institutional fire and safety work, and a bachelor's degree; or any equivalent combination of experience and training.

**Additional Requirement**:

- You must be able to perform essential job functions.

**Legal Requirements**:

- A conditional offer of employment will require a medical examination and a drug screening.
- This position falls under the provisions of the Older Adult Protective Services Act.
- Under the Act, a conditional offer of employment will require submission and approval of satisfactory criminal history reports, including but not limited to, PA State Police and FBI clearance.

**How to Apply**:
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**Veterans**:
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**Telecommunications Relay Service (TRS)**:

- 711 (hearing and speech disabilities or other individuals).

If you are contacted for an interview and need accommodations due to a disability, please discuss your request for accommodations with the interviewer in advance of your interview date.

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**Health & Wellness**

We offer multiple health plans so our employees can choose what works best for themselves and their families. Our comprehensive benefits package includes health coverage, vision, dental, and wellness programs.*

**Compensation & Financial Planning**
We invest in our employees by providing competitive wages and encouraging financial wellness by offering multiple ways to save money and ensure peace of mind including multiple retirement and investment plan options.
**Work/Life Balance**
We know there’s more to life than just work Our generous paid leave benefits include paid vacation, paid sick leave, eight weeks of paid parental leave, military leave, and paid time off for most major U.S. holidays, as well as flexible work schedules and work-from-home opportunities.*
**Values and Culture**
We believe in the work we do and provide continual opportunities for our employees to grow and contribute to the greater good. As one of the largest employers in the state, we provide opportunities for internal mobility, professional development, and the opportunity to give back by participating in workplace charitable giving.
**Employee Perks**
Sometimes, it is the little “extras” that make a big difference. Our employees receive special employee-only discounts and rates on a variety of services and memberships.

- Eligibility rules apply.

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