Fire & Life Safety Leader - Code Compliance & Preparedness

Metropolitan Transportation Authority (MTA)

New York (NY)

Hybrid

USD 126,000 - 158,000

Full time

14 days+

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Benefits offered by this job

Transit pass

Health coverage

Pension plans

Job summary

The Metropolitan Transportation Authority (MTA) Bridges and Tunnels seeks a Director of Fire and Life Safety on Randall’s Island. You will lead fire and life safety codes compliance, develop programs, inspections, training, and emergency readiness for a vast transit network.

You will manage resources, collaborate with cross-functional teams, and drive policy changes to ensure safety across facilities and operations.

Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree in Arts/Sciences from an accredited institution (engineering, architecture, or fire science/safety).
Minimum 10 years of professional experience in fire and life safety, including leadership responsibilities.
5+ years interpreting and applying fire and life safety codes and regulatory requirements.
6+ years overseeing fire and life safety programs across complex facilities or multi-site operations.

Responsibilities

Lead Fire and Life Safety and Code Compliance programs to ensure regulatory compliance.
Direct development and administration of the Code Compliance Inspection Program.
Oversee inspections, testing, maintenance, and servicing of fire and life safety systems.
Coordinate emergency response planning and training with internal and external stakeholders.
Provide policy guidance and drive program improvements across B&T.