Transit Fire Safety & Compliance Marshal

The Metropolitan Transportation Authority (MTA); New York (NY); On-site; USD 110,000 - 135,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Commuting assistance

Pension plans

Generous paid time off

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

Long Island Rail Road is seeking a Fire Marshal to enforce fire safety programs and NFPA standards across LIRR properties. The role ensures compliance with FRA, OSHA, NYS Uniform Fire Code, and NFPA standards while coordinating with police, fire, EMS, and OEMs for incident response.

Responsibilities include inspections, training delivery, AED program administration, hazardous materials oversight, and maintaining fire protection systems.

Qualifications

• Associate degree or 4 years equivalent fire marshal experience.
• Minimum 2 years as Fire Marshal or equivalent.
• Minimum 7 years fire/life safety emergency response.
• Certified as Firefighter I and NFPA/NIMS certifications.
• Knowledge of FRA/OSHA/NYS NFPA standards and building codes.

Responsibilities

• Implement programs to meet FRA Part 239 and ensure emergency drills and AED program compliance.
• Inspect and test fire protection systems and hazardous materials handling.
• Conduct NYS code inspections and support regulatory reporting.
• Liaise with local agencies and represent LIRR in incident command.
• Maintain training records and promote safe work practices.

Skills

Fire safety inspections

Emergency response

Investigation

Communication

Team collaboration

Education

Associate’s degree in Fire Science, Emergency Management, Engineering or related field

4 years equivalent experience in lieu of degree

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

Long Island Rail Road is seeking a Fire Marshal to enforce fire safety programs and NFPA standards across LIRR properties. The role ensures compliance with FRA, OSHA, NYS Uniform Fire Code, and NFPA standards while coordinating with police, fire, EMS, and OEMs for incident response.

Responsibilities include inspections, training delivery, AED program administration, hazardous materials oversight, and maintaining fire protection systems.