FACILITIES SAFETY OFFICER 3 - 08132024-60559

Job Information LOCATION OF (1) POSITION TO BE FILLED: DEPARTMENT OF CORRECTION, TURNEY CENTER INDUSTRIAL COMPLEX, HICKMAN COUNTY QualificationsEducation and Experience: Graduation from an accredited technical institute or vocational school with a degree in fire protection engineering technology, fire science, engineering technology, construction management, or related acceptable field and experience equivalent to two years of responsible full-time fire prevention, safety inspection, or technical plans review work including at least one year of fire safety inspection work.Substitution of Education for Experience: A dditional coursework at an accredited college or university in fire prevention or fire science may be substituted for the required non-specialized experience on a year-for-year basis, to a maximum of one year.Substitution of Experience for Education: Q ualifying full-time experience in one of the above areas may be substituted for the required education on a year-for-year basis.Necessary Special QualificationsA valid motor vehicle operator's license may be required for employment in some positions.Professional Safety Certifications may be required for employment in some positions.Examination Method: Education and Experience,100%, for Preferred Service positions.OverviewSummary: Under general supervision, is responsible for facilities safety lead work of average difficulty; and performs related work as required.Distinguishing Features: T his is the lead class in the Facilities Safety Officer series. An employee in this class is responsible for leading subordinate facilities safety officers or in performing facility safety work for the largest facilities by conducting inspections of new and existing buildings, flammable liquids and explosive storage facilities and delivery vehicles. Work involves conducting complex and difficult fire safety inspections and participating in training subordinate staff in proper inspection procedures, practices, and techniques. This class differs from that of Facilities Safety Officer 2, in that incumbents of the latter function at the working level.ResponsibilitiesInspecting Equipment, Structures, or Material:Conducts Facility fire and safety inspections as required by Codes, Policies and Procedures.Getting InformationSchedules and coordinates required inspections by Fire Marshal or other Inspecting Authorities.Interpreting The Meaning Of Information For OthersExplains and interprets fire and safety codes/standards to staff and management.Making Decisions And Solving ProblemsDetermines and/or executes follow-up on recommendations for corrective actions for problems noted on inspection reports.Updating And Using Relevant KnowledgeInsures that facility fire/safety policies and procedures meet requirements and standards set by code and policy requirements.Documenting/Recording InformationPrepares and maintains data, records and reports on fire and safety as required by standards set by code, policies, and procedures.Training And Teaching OthersConducts required fire and safety training for individuals and groups on an annual and as needed basis as specified by code, policy, and procedures.Processing InformationCompiles and organizes fire and safety inspection reports/records.Scheduling Work And ActivitiesCoordinates fire and safety compliance inspections with other staff, agencies, and facilities.Monitor Processes, Materials, Or SurroundingsReviews reports and inspections for recurring problems.Estimating The Quantifiable Characteristics Of Products, Events, Or InformationPerforms studies for preparing estimates to determine the number and scope of needed contracted fire and risk-related services.Evaluating Information To Determine Compliance With StandardsExamines construction and architectural blueprints to identify and locate fire and safety protection deficiencies and/or irregularities in building construction plans.Communicating With Persons Outside OrganizationCommunicates with contractors and governmental entities at all levels regarding fire/safety plans, concerns, and activities as required by code, policy, and procedures.Developing And Building TeamsEncourages and builds cooperation and trust among team members through active leadership, visibility, and participation in facility activities and training.Performing Administrative ActivitiesMay review, draft, and submit requisitions for building furnishings and other materials that may be subject to fire and safety regulations.Provide Consultation And Advice To OthersConsults with other departments and divisions regarding fire and safety regulations, rules, procedures, and activities as required by code, policy, and procedures.Communicating With Supervisors, Peers, Or SubordinatesMaintains an open line of communications with supervisors and staff to promote a safe work environment.Repairing And Maintaining Mechanical EquipmentMay be required to maintain and repair fire and safety protection equipment as required by procedures, policy, and code.Coordinating The Work And Activities Of OthersMay coordinate the fire and safety-related activities of the work team.Organizing, Planning, And Prioritizing WorkPlans individual work schedules and time utilization in order to meet operational priorities and performance goals.Interacting With ComputersUses a personal computer in the performance of their work.Establishing And Maintaining Interpersonal RelationshipsDevelops and maintains cooperative and constructive working relationships with all internal and external business partners.Guiding, Directing, And Motivating SubordinatesMay supervise subordinate staff and evaluate their performance as required by code, policy, and procedure.Operating Vehicles, Mechanized Devices, Or EquipmentMay be required to operate motorized vehicles in the performance of their duties.Staffing Organizational UnitsMay participate in the hiring process for safety-sensitive staff.Competencies (KSA's)CompetenciesProblem SolvingDecision QualityFunctional/Technical CompetenciesLearning on the FlyTechnical LearningInformingComfort Around Higher ManagementWritten CommunicationsEthics and ValuesIntegrity and TrustKnowledgeAdministration and ManagementMathematicsCustomer and Personal ServicePublic Safety and SecurityClericalEducation and TrainingBuilding and ConstructionSkillsActive ListeningCritical ThinkingSpeakingReading ComprehensionComplex Problem SolvingWritingTime ManagementJudgment and Decision MakingActive LearningEquipment SelectionAbilitiesDeductive ReasoningOral ComprehensionOral ExpressionWritten ExpressionSpeech ClaritySpeech RecognitionTools & EquipmentSound MetersGas DetectorsVoltage MetersFire Hydrant Flow MeterHydrant WrenchLight MetersAir SamplersRespiratorsLiquid Leak DetectorsComputer