Fire Lieutenant

Stony Brook University; Stony Brook (NY); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Stony Brook University is seeking an Assistant Commander within the Fire Services team to protect life and property across campus facilities and surrounding properties. The role involves fire safety inspections, emergency response to fires and alarms, conducting drills, testing fire protection systems, and developing building emergency plans.

The incumbent must remain calm in emergencies, communicate effectively, and coordinate with local authorities to ensure a coordinated response while

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or four years of related experience in lieu of degree.
• Three years of full-time emergency responder experience.
• Two years as an operational fire officer (volunteer allowed).
• Valid NYS Driver's License and clean driving record.
• NYS Fire Officer 1 and NYS/Pro Board Firefighter 1 credentials.
• First Aid with CPR.
• Haz-Mat Technician.
• NIMS/ICS 100, 200, 700 and 800.
• NYS Code Enforcement Official or ability to obtain within 1 year.
• NYS Confined Space Technician.

Responsibilities

• Lead fire prevention efforts through inspections and hazard assessments.
• Coordinate emergency response as Assistant Commander and incident management team member.
• Develop and implement building emergency plans and fire safety training.
• Inspect and test fire protection systems and ensure NFPA compliance.
• Provide fire safety coverage for events and emergencies and maintain records.

Skills

Emergency response

Fire officer

First Aid

CPR

NIMS ICS

Driver's license NYS

HazMat Tech

Fire Officer 1

Firefighter 1 ProBoard

Confined Space Tech

Code Enforcement

Education

Bachelor's degree or equivalent

Job description

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree (foreign equivalent or higher). In lieu of a degree, four (4) years of directly related experience, or a combination of higher education and experience totaling four (4) years may be considered.
• Three (3) years of full-time experience as an emergency responder (volunteer experience will be considered).
• Two (2) years of experience as an operational fire officer (volunteer experience will be considered).
• NYS Fire Officer 1.
• NYS/Pro Board Firefighter 1.
• First Aid with CPR.
• Haz-Mat Technician.
• NIMS/ICS 100, 200, 700 and 800.
• NYS Code Enforcement Official or must be able to obtain certification within 1 year of employment.
• NYS Confined Space Technician.
• Must have, keep and maintain the appropriate valid NYS Driver's License; have a motor vehicle record which is free from major violations or a pattern of repeat violations. (***Out-of-State Applicants, see "Special Notes").

Preferred Qualifications

• One (1) or more additional years as a paid, full-time emergency responder or in a volunteer department NYS/National Registry EMT.
• NYS Motor Pump Operator on a Class "A" engine.
• NYS Rope Rescue/High Angle.
• Rapid Intervention Team Training.
• Aerial/Ladder Operations.
• NYS Fire Instructor.
• Campus active shooter response/Tactical Critical Casualty Care Certification.
• NYS/Pro Board Firefighter 2.

Brief Description of Duties

The Assistant Commander along with the Fire Services team will work together to protect life and property and provide fire protection and emergency services to all Stony Brook University facilities and surrounding properties. The employee accomplishes this task by carrying out general duties such as (but not limited to): fire safety and extinguisher inspections; emergency response to fires, fire alarms and other emergencies; conduct fire drills and assist with the development of building emergency plans; perform inspection and testing of fire protection systems; conduct fire safety training; participate in fire prevention educational activities and events; attend required training; and provide fire safety coverage for emergencies, impairments and special events. The successful incumbent must possess the ability to react calmly and effectively in emergency situations, assess and prioritize multiple tasks, projects and demands, communicate effectively in verbal and written form, establish and maintain effective working relations with coworkers and other internal and outside agencies, as well as the ability to maintain quality, safety and infection control standards.

Emergency Response Coordination

During emergencies they will provide first line supervision of subordinate personnel to fulfill the mission while riding a fire apparatus. Maintains compliance with applicable reports. They will lead subordinates in emergency situations. Act as an Assistant Commander and member of the incident management team. Follow incident, command protocol and provide direction during emergencies when needed. Collaborate with the Emergency Management team, UPD, medical personnel, and other relevant departments to ensure a coordinated response to emergencies. Establish an effective communication channel with local fire departments, law enforcement and regulatory agencies.

Fire Prevention and Safety

Lead fire prevention efforts by conducting inspections, identifying potential hazards and recommending corrective actions to ensure compliance with fire codes and standards. Coordinator and perform fire safety and extinguisher inspections, hazard assessments on all facilities, ensuring compliance with OSHA, NYS Fire Codes, NFPA Standards and Codes, and other applicable standards. Conduct occupancy reviews of spaces for compliance. Complete inspection and deficiency report, provide follow-up to ensure that corrective action is taken, and maintain records of all activities. Perform site safety inspections and issue hot work, confined space entry and tent permits. Ensure adequate fire prevention measures and air monitoring before permit issuance. Coordinate and Conduct fire drills in all academic, residential, health care and support facilities and evaluate effectiveness of evacuations. Assist with the coordination, training and implementation of the Safety Warden and Fire Warden (UH) programs. Assist with the development of building emergency plans, evacuation plans and fire department pre planning activities. Perform periodic inspection and testing of fire protection systems (e.g. standpipes, sprinkler systems, hydrants, etc.) in accordance with NFPA Standards. Conduct tests of the water supply system to ensure adequate fire flow for fire department operations. Provide fire safety coverage at all special events, emergencies, impairments and other situations as assigned.

Training Programs

Conduct fire safety training for students, faculty and staff to educate and inform the campus community of requirements and safety information. Participate in new stud