On-Site Fire & Life Safety Director

Harvard Maintenance, Inc.; New York (NY); On-site; USD 36,000 - 39,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health & welfare

Dental

Vision

Sick leave

Vacation

401K enrollment

Job summary

Harvard Protection Services seeks a Security Fire Safety Director to lead security teams and deliver professional, customer-focused security and life-safety services at a Manhattan site. The role emphasizes visible leadership, incident reporting, and adherence to fire and safety standards.

The position requires a Fire Safety Director license, security licenses, and a high school diploma. Schedule is Monday–Friday, 9am–5pm, with competitive hourly pay and benefits including health, dental,

Qualifications

• Must hold state or municipality mandated security officer licenses.
• Must have Fire Safety Directors license.
• Reliable means of communication and transportation.
• Strong interpersonal communication skills.
• Security guard license or ability to obtain within an acceptable period.
• Experience in contract security, law enforcement, fire department, military, or customer service preferred.
• Good organizational skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead staff and aid customers, employees, visitors, and guests.
• Maintain visible presence in the facility.
• Monitor environment for suspicious or unsafe activity.
• Familiarize with incoming/outgoing traffic and customers.
• Manage professional phone etiquette and announcements.
• Control access to property and monitor entrances/exits.
• Enforce facility policies within the scope of the role.
• Follow emergency action planning, fire protection, and safety standards.
• Monitor alarms and systems as required.
• Train staff and manage scheduling and overtime; review logs.
• Inspect fire extinguishers and safety devices; prepare safety reports.
• Maintain records and logs as required by law.
• May perform firefighting duties during emergencies.

Skills

Interpersonal communication

Time management

Problem solving

Microsoft Office

Customer service

Education

High School Diploma/GED

Job description

Harvard Protection Services seeks a Security Fire Safety Director to lead security teams and deliver professional, customer-focused security and life-safety services at a Manhattan site. The role emphasizes visible leadership, incident reporting, and adherence to fire and safety standards.

The position requires a Fire Safety Director license, security licenses, and a high school diploma. Schedule is Monday–Friday, 9am–5pm, with competitive hourly pay and benefits including health, dental,