Fire and Safety Officer 6-7 CFP

State of Michigan; Saline (MI); On-site; USD 42,000 - 66,000; Full time

Job summary

The Michigan Department of Health and Human Services (MDHHS) Center for Forensic Psychiatry in Saline, MI invites applications for a Fire and Safety Officer position.

Responsibilities include safeguarding people and property, security, fire safety, and occupational safety; testing and maintaining the Simplex Grinnell alarm system; and conducting environmental checks within the facility.

Qualifications

• Educational level typically acquired through completion of high school.
• Fire and Safety Officer 6 with one year of experience.
• Fire and Safety Officer E7 with one year of experience.

Responsibilities

• Safeguard people and property within Center for Forensic Psychiatry facilities.
• Coordinate and maintain testing and modification of the Simplex Grinnell fire and safety alarm system.
• Perform environmental checks on grounds and within the facility.

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Job Description

The MDHHS mission is to provide opportunities, services, and programs that promote a healthy, safe, and stable environment for residents to be self-sufficient. We are committed to ensuring a diverse workforce and a work environment whereby all employees are treated with dignity, respect and fairness. For more information, please visit our MDHHS Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Plan.

The MDHHS mission is to provide opportunities, services, and programs that promote a healthy, safe, and stable environment for residents to be self-sufficient. We are committed to ensuring a diverse workforce and a work environment whereby all employees are treated with dignity, respect and fairness. For more information, please visit our MDHHS Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Plan.

This position is responsible for safeguarding people and property at the Center for Forensic Psychiatry buildings, facilities and grounds. Duties include security, fire safety and occupational safety responsibilities in the Safety Department. Position is responsible for coordination and maintenance, in the testing and modification of the Simplex Grinnell electronic fire and safety alarm system. Employee is also responsible for environmental checks on grounds and within the facility.

To Be Considered For This Position You Must

• Apply for this position online via NEOGOV; click on "Apply" in the job posting for instructions on submitting your electronic application. Hard copy applications are not accepted.
• Relevant experience and/or education referred to in the supplemental questions must be documented in the resume, transcript and/or application to allow for accurate screening.
• Meet the Selective Position Requirement (SPR) OR SubClass Code (if applicable).
• Attach a resume identifying specific experience and dates of employment. Dates of employment should include month and year and hours per week.
• Attach a cover letter.
• If applicable, attach a copy of an official transcript(s). We accept scanned copies of official transcripts. We do not accept web-based, internet, or copies of unofficial transcripts. Official transcripts provide the name of the institution, confirmation that a degree was awarded and on what date, and the registrar's signature.

Required Education And Experience

Education

Educational level typically acquired through completion of high school.

Experience

• Fire and Safety Officer 6
• One year of experience in a security guard or public safety occupation.
• Fire and Safety Officer E7
• One year of experience equivalent to a Fire and Safety Officer 6.

Additional Requirements And Information

Absence of a criminal record of felony convictions which would prohibit the applicant from receiving, possessing, and carrying a firearm.

Possession of a valid driver’s license.

See Individual Position Descriptions For Other Requirements

This position is located at the Center for Forensic Psychiatry: 8303 Platt Road, Saline, MI 48176.

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The use of artificial intelligence (AI) software of any kind is prohibited in all areas of the selection process; including, but not limited to, responses to application questions, and responses to interview questions or exercises.

As a Condition of Employment

This position requires successful completion of a background investigation and a criminal records check. If you previously held status in this classification and departed within the last three (3) years, please contact Human Resources regarding your interest in a potential reinstatement. Reinstatement is not guaranteed or required.

The Department of Health & Human Services reserves the right to close this posting prior to its original end date once a sufficient number of applications have been received.

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MDHHS is proud to be a Michigan Veteran’s Affairs Agency (MVAA) Gold Level Veteran-Friendly Employer.

Accommodations

If you require a reasonable accommodation to participate in the application or selection processes, please contact the ADA coordinator for the agency that posted this position vacancy.