Health & Safety Officer: Fire Safety Lead & Training

City of New York; New York (NY); On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

The City of New York is seeking a Health and Safety Officer for the Department of Design and Construction, reporting to the Agency Chief of Staff. Responsibilities include safety trainings, incident investigations, and coordinating safety programs for on-site and field staff supporting capital projects.

The role requires a US-accredited degree, with specified education and experience in community work or related areas, and involves safety coordination across borough facilities and construction

Qualifications

• A Bachelor’s degree plus two years of experience in community work or related activities.
• Or a high school diploma with six years of related experience; equivalency allowed.
• At least one year of experience as described in the first option.

Responsibilities

• Conduct safety training on right-to-know, violence prevention, recycling, and related topics.
• Perform safety walkthroughs and investigations at active construction sites; develop safety recommendations for field staff.
• Serve as Fire Safety Director and coordinate fire drills; liaise with OEM, DCAS, and DOHMH.

Skills

Community engagement

Safety training

Emergency response

Education

Bachelor's degree

High school diploma/equivalent

Job description

The City of New York is seeking a Health and Safety Officer for the Department of Design and Construction, reporting to the Agency Chief of Staff. Responsibilities include safety trainings, incident investigations, and coordinating safety programs for on-site and field staff supporting capital projects.

The role requires a US-accredited degree, with specified education and experience in community work or related areas, and involves safety coordination across borough facilities and construction