Position Information

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AgencyHomeland Security and Emergency Services, Division of

TitleFire Protection Specialist 2

Occupational CategoryOther Professional Careers

Salary Grade23

Bargaining UnitPS&T - Professional, Scientific, and Technical (PEF)

Salary RangeFrom $84156 to $106454 Annually

Employment Type Full-Time

Appointment Type Contingent Permanent

Jurisdictional Class Competitive Class

Travel Percentage 60%

Schedule

Workweek Mon-Fri

Hours Per Week 37.5

Workday

From 8 AM

To 5 PM

Flextime allowed? No

Mandatory overtime? No

Compressed workweek allowed? No

Telecommuting allowed? Yes

Location

County Erie

Street Address 535 Washington St.

City Buffalo

StateNY

Zip Code14203

Job Specifics

Minimum Qualifications Applicants may be appointed if they are a current New York State Division of Homeland Security and Emergency Services employee with one year or more permanent, contingent-permanent or 55b/c service as a Fire Protection Specialist 2 and are interested in reassignment.

NOTE: This vacancy posting is for the purposes of notifying individuals about transfer opportunities. Employees on the Civil Service eligible list will be considered and should not respond to this posting. If you are on the eligible list and not reachable, you may be eligible for transfer. You are encouraged to access GOT-IT on the Career Mobility website (careermobilityoffice.cs.ny.gov/cmo) to determine transfer eligibility.

Duties Description The incumbent will report to the Office of Fire Protection and Control's (OFPC) Fire Training and Education Branch. Duties include, but are not limited to:

•Review and audit teaching assignments of Fire Protection Specialists 1 and licensed State Fire Instructors.
•Recommend new training programs and assist Fire Protection Specialists 1 and State Fire Instructors in developing training programs.
•Review curricula, lesson plans, instructional materials, and public education materials for content, relevance, and accuracy.
•Audit teaching assignments of Fire Protection Specialists 1 and State Fire Instructors and takes any corrective actions.
•Review participant evaluations and consults with instructor to identify areas for course improvements.
•Critique instructors on presentation methods, technique, and technical content and provides guidance and suggestions for improvement.
•May provide instruction on life safety code and fire prevention courses.
•Assist in developing and implementing fire safety policy and program development recommendations for State agencies, college campuses and others, including the review of college fire service courses, curricula, and programs.
•Assist local fire departments to identify outside experts in highly technical training programs and arranges for training materials, accommodations, and expenses.
•Supervise the periodic review of local fire department training programs and courses and recommends approval or revocation of the Certification of these programs.
•Supervise life safety code and fire prevention inspection programs.
•Review inspection reports prepared by subordinates and supervises the preparation of formal departmental recommendations for remedial action, including legal action.
•Perform the more complex inspections and investigations and prepares reports.
•Perform fiscal, personnel, and administrative functions to support the NYS life safety code and fire protection programs.
•Prepare technical reports on fire reporting data. fire safety trends and developments, and changes in technologies.
•Interpret fire safety provisions for government officials and private agencies.
•May consult with architects, engineers, and facility managers to resolve fire safety deficiencies found by field staff.
•May assist in developing fire prevention and investigative strategies for local file prevention planners and the community to ensure cooperation and coordination of State and local government programs.
•May represent the State Fire Administrator at meetings with local officials and at national, State and local seminars, conferences, and workshops.
•Perform the full range of supervisory responsibilities over Fire Protection Specialists 1.
•Assigns work, evaluates work performance, counsels' staff, approves time off, trains staff, and participates in the interview and selection process.
•Travel will be required.
• Possession and maintenance of a valid Driver's License issued by the NYS Department of Motor Vehicle is required.

Additional Comments Work schedule may vary based on operational need.

NOTE: Support of operations during times of emergency and disaster from State Emergency Operations Center (EOC), state field offices and/or local deployments may be required, which would result in a change and/or increase in working hours, locations and/or duties.

NOTE ON TELECOMMUTING: Employees are required to apply and obtain approval through management to telecommute according to the agency’s Telecommuting Program Guidelines.

Some positions may require additional credentials or a background check to verify your identity.

Contact Information

Name Human Resources/EW

Telephone 518-486-5700

Fax 518-485-8432

Email Address HRresumes@dhses.ny.gov

Address

Street NYS Division of Homeland Security and Emergency Services, HRM

1220 Washington Ave., Bldg. 7A, 5th Floor

City Albany

State NY

Zip Code 12226

 

Notes on ApplyingPlease submit a resume and cover letter detailing how you meet the minimum qualifications. Indicate the Position Title & Vacancy ID 172033 in the subject line of your application email to HRresumes@dhses.ny.gov.