Fire/ Life Safety Specialist

Chicago Housing Authority; Chicago (IL); Hybrid; USD 80,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Vacation & PTO

Medical Insurance

Dental & Vision Insurance

Pension Plan

Hybrid work schedule

Remote work after probation

Parking & Transit

401(k) with employer match

Job summary

Chicago Housing Authority seeks a Fire Life Safety Specialist to oversee life safety compliance across CHA properties. You will complete inspections, report deficiencies, and coordinate drills with stakeholders to ensure safe environments.

Responsibilities include documenting findings, coordinating with Property Management and Security vendors, and maintaining thorough records. A HS diploma and Fire Safety Director training are required, with 2–3 years of related experience preferred.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required; Fire-related coursework helpful.
• Must be able to walk buildings, climb stairs, and work in various weather conditions.
• Certification and on-the-job training required within 6 months of appointment.

Responsibilities

• Complete and maintain reports and property tracking for compliance.
• Meet with Property Management to review deficiencies.
• Inspect units for exit lighting, signage, extinguishers, and fire panel status; track safety issues.

Skills

Strong communication

Emergency response

Interpersonal skills

Problem solving

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Fire Safety Director training (within 6 months)

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

POSITIONSUMMARY

TheFire/Life SafetySpecialistreports to the Fire Life Safety Marshallandis responsible for completion of

re-inspections,documentation,and reportingin regard toFire Life Safety compliance throughout CHA.Participateand coordinatelife safety training and drills,inspection follow- upand work with stakeholders in ensuring safe environments.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Complete and maintain reportsand property tracking to ensure compliance and proper reporting of deficiencies.
• Meet with Property Management companies to share information and confirmdeficiencies found.
• Complete property tours to inspect and report conditions of exit lighting and signage, fire extinguishers, fire panel condition, smoke detection, scheduled spot checks of units, record keeping on fire/ life safety complaints and remediation, condition of fire doors, training,and capability to respond ofon-siteSecurity personnel, and any other items within the scope of Fire/Life Safety.
• Conducts training, debriefings, and participates in live exercises related to fire and smoke incidents, including fire and evacuation drills.
• Reports to the scene of various safety situations.
• Work with Property Management and Security vendors on training to ensure that all vendors are prepared and aware of what to do in emergencies.
• Assist in training and implementation of any new resources, protocols, and procedures.
• Assist in conductingmeetings, townhalls, tabletops, drills, etc.…, to develop efficient emergency response.
• Respond to,and appropriately,handle emergency situations that may arise in a calm, professional and effective manner.
• Develop knowledge of the facilities and services of the surrounding community.
• Handle complaints in a helpful, kind, and courteous manner. Resolve the situations you can andcalmly find assistance for those issues you cannot resolve.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.
• May be required to work various extended or irregular hours (including afternoons, nights, or weekend shifts) to respond toCHAsafety related issues or emergencies.
• Must be available to respond to calls or email inquiries outside regular work hours.

QUALIFICATIONS

This position requires a High School Diploma or GED. College level courseworkinFire Sciences/Security/Risk Managementishelpful.2-3 years previous related experience preferredin fire life safety, building fire life safety protectionand risk management.Mustbe physically able to walk the buildings asneededincluding ascending and descending stairwells. Must possess strong communication skills with a temperament and ability to interact with individuals from various socio-economic,cultural,and ethnic backgrounds, in person and over the telephone, in a courteous, friendly and professional manner.Ability to act quickly and decisively in emergencies. Ability to collaborate with others. Must be a self-starter and a problem-solver. Familiarity with Microsoft Office (e.g. Word, Excel, Outlook) ismandatory.

Must possess a good driving record. This position will require working indoors and outdoorsin all weather conditions. The Safety and Security Department is a 24/7 service provider. Hours can change to reflect business demand, missions, or special projects.

Must complete Chicago Fire Department Fire Safety Director training within6months of appointment.

BENEFITS AT-A-GLANCE

• Vacation, Sick and Personal, competitive PTO package
• Medical (HMO, PPO, and No employee cost High-Deductible PPO) Dental, Vision, and Life Insurance
• Short-Term and Long-Term Disability Insurance
• Long-Term Care Insurance
• Pet Insurance
• Parking Transit
• Prepaid Legal Services
• Brightstar 529 College Savings Plan
• Identity Theft Protection
• Hospital Indemnity Insurance
• Voluntary Critical Illness Insurance
• Deferred Compensation Plan: Empower 457/401(a) with a 3% employer match
• Pension Plan: CHA makes contributions on behalf of the employee, along with the employee's 3% contribution; 100% vesting occurs after 6 years of continuous employment or opt-out of CHA's Retirement Plan and continues to participate in the Municipal Employees Annuity and Benefit Fund of Chicago
• Hybrid work schedule (position specific) This position may be eligible for remote work following a successful completion of a 90-day probationary period according to CHA’s established policies and procedures.

Salary: $80,000 - $85,000

Grade: S7

FLSA: Exempt

Union: None