About NYC Health + Hospitals

Kings County Hospital Center has a rich legacy for its pioneering role in medicine. Today, with over 625 beds, our hospital remains on the cutting edge of technology and provides the most modern procedures with state-of-the-art equipment. Built in 1831 as a one room infirmary for publicly supported care of the sick, Kings County Hospital Center continues to be a leading healthcare facility whose mission is to provide care to everyone regardless of their ability to pay. The hospital provides a wide range of health services, and specialties are offered in all fields of modern medicine. More than 200 clinics provide a wide array of ambulatory care services.

At NYC Health + Hospitals, our mission is to deliver high quality care health services, without exception. Every employee takes a person-centered approach that exemplifies the ICARE values (Integrity, Compassion, Accountability, Respect, and Excellence) through empathic communication and partnerships between all persons.

Work Shifts

9:00 A.M – 5:00 P.M

Job Description

PURPOSEOFPOSITION:

Implement and maintain the Fire Safety program within the confines of Kings County Hospital Center.

AREASOFRESPONSIBILITIES:

Identify and control fire/ life safety hazards (building inspection)
Conduct fire drills.
Conduct training sessions/orientation for employees.
Maintain records of fires, false alarms, fire drills, inspection of fire extinguishers.
Conduct hazard surveillance rounds to identify deficiencies.
Perform assigned tasks in accordance with the mission of the Safety Management Program.

SUMMARYOFDUTIESANDRESPONSIBILITIES:

It is the responsibility of the Fire Marshals to implement and maintain Kings County Hospital Center Fire Safety program. They monitor and evaluate compliance with applicable codes, standards and regulations regarding fire and life safety and maintain a high level of readiness and response to fire emergency.

Minimum Qualifications

1. A four-year high school diploma or its educational equivalent approved by a State’s Department of Education or a recognized accrediting agency and four (4) years of general experience in safety and accident prevention work, one (1) year of which must have involved responsibility for the conduct of an organized safety and accident prevention program; or
2. A satisfactory equivalent combination of training, education and/or experience.

How To Apply

If you wish to apply for this position, please apply online by clicking the "Apply for Job" button.

NYC Health and Hospitals offers a competitive benefits package that includes:

Comprehensive Health Benefits for employees hired to work 20+ hrs. per week.
Retirement Savings and Pension Plans.
Loan Forgiveness Programs for eligible employees.
Paid Holidays and Vacation in accordance with employees' Collectively bargained contracts.
College tuition discounts and professional development opportunities.
Multiple employee discounts programs.

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