As one of the world's elite cancer centers, Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center (MSK) is committed to the dynamic control and cure of cancer through programs of patient care, research and education. As such, our Environmental Health and Safety (EHS) Department plays a vital role in supporting that mission through the implementation of programs that continuously aim to exceed and set industry standards as well as improve the safety culture. EHS is responsible for enterprise-wide environmental health and safety services, including Fire and Life Safety, Emergency Management, Construction Safety, Hazardous Material and Waste Management, Laboratory Safety, Occupational Safety, Healthcare Safety, Environmental Compliance and Ergonomics. MSK is seeking a tried leader who can be part of a dynamic and growing organization.
We are seeking a Fire Protection Manager to join our team in EHS. This is an exciting opportunity for someone passionate about healthcare as well as Fire and Life Safety.
As a Fire Protection Manager, you will:
Serve as the technical expert and program team leader for all issues related to the MSK Fire Alarm and Suppression Systems. Responsible for oversight, and compliance with regulations associated with the Inspection, Testing and Maintenance (ITM) Program across multiple MSK locations.
Develop and implement contracts, policies, procedures and training programs to meet these needs.
Responsible for the day-to-day management and supervision of fire protection specialists and contractors performing ITM on all MSK fire alarm and suppression systems, including the assessment of current programs to identify new performance goals, strategies, and metrics.
Work closely with other EHS staff, Security, Plant Operations and Departmental staff in the implementation of EHS programs related to this position.
You are:
Committed to high standards of productivity.
Motivated to provide exceptional customer service.
Action-oriented and eager to take on new opportunities and tough challenges with a sense of urgency, high energy, and enthusiasm.
Adaptable in your approach and demeanor in real time to match the shifting demands of different situations.
Adept at planning and prioritizing work to meet commitments aligned with organizational goals.
You have:
A Bachelors degree in Science or Safety with 7 years of relevant experience or 11 years of experience in lieu of a Bachelors degree.
Background in fire/safety.
Experience working in a healthcare setting
Experience performing fire and safety inspections.
Experience managing fire suppression systems (e.g. sprinkler, dry, pre-action) and fire alarm systems (e.g. Edwards, Simplex).
Licenses/Certifications:
FDNY Issued F 89 (Fire and Life Safety Director Class B) Certificate of Fitness w/in 6 Months of hire.
NYC S-12/S - 13 (Citywide sprinkler/standpipe) within 3 months of hire.
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Internal Number: 2020-44412
About Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center
At Memorial Sloan Kettering (MSK), we’re not only changing the way we treat cancer, but also the way the world thinks about it. By working together and pushing forward with innovation and discovery, we’re driving excellence and improving outcomes.
For the 28th year, MSK has been named a top hospital for cancer by U.S. News & World Report. We are proud to be on Becker’s Healthcare list as one of the 150 Great Places to Work in Healthcare in 2018, as well as one of Glassdoor’s Employees’ Choice Best Place to Work for 2018. We’re treating cancer, one patient at a time. Join us and make a difference every day.
