Fire Safety Specialist - Environmental Health and Safety

ummc; Jackson (MS); On-site; USD 42,000 - 66,000; Full time

Job summary

UMMC seeks a Fire Safety Specialist to perform inspections and maintenance on fire detection and suppression systems, following UMMC policies and state/federal standards. Provides guidance and training to staff on safety procedures and proper use of equipment.

The role requires a high school diploma with two years of fire safety experience, and post-hire HazMat/HazWoper certification within a year. Preference for degrees in fire science or related fields and NFPA/OSHA knowledge.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED with two years' work experience in fire safety, safety compliance or emergency management.
• HAZWOPER or Hazmat Technician certification required within one year after hire.

Responsibilities

• Reviews Life Safety plans and construction documents; conducts rounds and inspections.
• Maintains life safety documents for accreditation purposes.
• Leads fire response team and trains UMMC personnel in safety procedures.
• Maintains documentation of inspections, tests, and fire equipment inventories.
• Ensures compliance with NFPA, OSHA and other safety regulations.

Skills

Emergency management

Fire safety inspections

Regulatory compliance

Training delivery

Hazard communication

Education

High School Diploma/GED

Two years' experience in fire safety

Tools

Facility management software

Safety training platforms

Job description

Job Title

Fire Safety Specialist - Environmental Health and Safety

Job Summary

To perform inspections and maintenance on fire detection and suppression systems in accordance with applicable UMMC policies and procedures and state and federal regulations and standards. To provide guidance and training to UMMC personnel concerning safety procedures and the proper use of fire suppression equipment.

Education & Experience

• High School Diploma/GED and two (2) years' work experience in fire safety, general safety compliance, or emergency management

Certifications, Licenses or Registration Required

• HAZWOPER or Hazmat Technician certification required post-hire within one year

Preferred Qualifications

• Degree (Associate's or Bachelor's) in Fire Science, Fire Safety Engineering, Occupational Safety, or Emergency Management
• CFI-I certification, Certified Fire Instructor, Certified Fire Officer, Certified Life Safety Specialist from NFPA, Certified Confined Space Rescue Technician, ICS 100,ICS 200,ICS 700,ICS 800

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

• Knowledge of federal, state, and local fire regulations and protocols.
• Knowledge of fire sprinkler systems, wet/dry chemical systems, and suppression systems.
• Skills in performing safety inspections on fire detection and suppression systems and ensuring compliance with applicable safety codes and regulations.
• Classroom instructional and hands‑on training skills.
• The ability to work in or around hazardous conditions such as exposure to flames, chemicals, and biological agents (required to wear protective equipment).
• The ability to communicate effectively and react calmly in emergency situations.
• The ability to gather data, compile information, and prepare and/or present reports.

Responsibilities

• Reviews Life Safety plans.
• Reviews construction documents for all projects, meetings, conducts regular construction rounds.
• Maintains life safety documents for accreditation purposes.
• Serves as a leader on the fire response team.
• Maintains documentation related to code red events.
• Available for call after normal business hours including nights, weekends, holidays.
• Conducts routine inspections and/or tests of facilities, fire equipment, and detection and suppression systems.
• Prepares and maintains documentation related to inspections and tests; maintains inventory of and location drawings of fire equipment.
• Ensures compliance with and keeps abreast of changes in state, national fire protection association (NFPA), occupational safety and health administration (OSHA), and other relevant safety codes and regulations.
• Reviews plans for placements of exits, fire suppression systems, and technical features such as automatic closing doors and ventilation flow.
• Conducts fire safety and prevention classes; conducts hands‑on training in fire equipment usage.
• Serves as a member of and assists in the training of the UMMC fire brigade.
• The duties listed are general in nature and are examples of the duties and responsibilities performed and are not meant to be construed as exclusive or all‑inclusive. Management retains the right to add or change duties at any time.

Physical and Environmental Demands

Requires occasional exposure to unpleasant or disagreeable physical environment such as high noise level and exposure to heat and cold, occasional handling or working with potentially dangerous equipment, occasional exposure

Location

Main Campus Jackson