Fire & Safety Officer — Protect Lives & Property

State of Oklahoma; Minnesota; On-site; USD 19,000 - 21,000; Full time

Job summary

State of Oklahoma's Sulphur Veterans Home is seeking a Fire & Safety Officer for a full-time, day shift to inspect buildings, eliminate fire hazards, enforce applicable laws and protect people and property. You will respond to alarms, direct traffic, file reports, and work with staff to maintain safe facilities.

English proficiency is required; some positions may require peace officer certification; travel may be required.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of the methods and objectives of security, and standard fire prevention and protection theory.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships; follow written and oral instructions; evaluate emergency situations and adopt effective courses of action.
• Candidates must possess sufficient proficiency in the English language to perform the essential functions of the position.

Responsibilities

• Patrols and inspects buildings and grounds to detect and eliminate fire hazards.
• Interprets and enforces rules; safeguards life and property at state facilities and surrounding grounds.
• Responds to fire alarms and reports irregular activities; apprehends or expels violators; directs inquiries and gives directions to employees and the public.
• Ventilates buildings to remove heat, smoke and gases; assists in firefighting activities as needed.
• Checks access and security of doors/windows; directs traffic around facilities and parking areas.
• Prepares oral and written reports of activities and incidents.
• Performs other duties as assigned consistent with agency operations.

Skills

Fire protection theory

Security knowledge

English proficiency

Job description

State of Oklahoma's Sulphur Veterans Home is seeking a Fire & Safety Officer for a full-time, day shift to inspect buildings, eliminate fire hazards, enforce applicable laws and protect people and property. You will respond to alarms, direct traffic, file reports, and work with staff to maintain safe facilities.

English proficiency is required; some positions may require peace officer certification; travel may be required.