Fire and Safety Specialist

Hiring Range: $60,382.40 - $79,606.80/Year. It is anticipated that the hiring rate offered will be +/- the midpoint range depending on qualifications.

Port Corpus Christi Authority (PCCA) is currently seeking an experienced and highly motivated professional to join our team! This position will execute and manage fire prevention and protection activities covering a broad range of functions including, but not limited to, inspecting and maintaining fire suppression equipment, identifying and correcting safety hazards, conducting fire safety inspections, and providing training.

Serves as the fire protection program leader and implements goals, objectives, and milestones for the PCCA fire protection/inspection, safety, and maintenance program. Provides expert fire protection and prevention consultation, advice, and guidance to various departments and stakeholders as necessary.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

• Work includes providing subject matter expertise in all aspects of fire prevention and protection for PCCA facilities
• Inspects and tests fire protection systems, equipment, fire alarms, and warning systems for proper placement, appropriate use, and coordinates maintenance and repair to ensure operational condition
• Inspects/audits warehouses, shops, offices, and general facilities to identify potential fire and safety hazards and provides corrective actions to applicable facility manager
• Coordinates suppression system disruptions including notifications, risk evaluation, mitigation, and coordination of standby services and/or fire watch when appropriate.
• Performs site evaluations and documentation of existing fire protection systems and recommends additions or modifications in new or existing structures
• Provide hazard analysis and fire protection engineering support for the preparation, review and/or recommendation for approval of design, construction, startup, operation, or proposed process changes of various port operations
• Monitors installation of fire suppression systems and inspects new construction for inclusion of appropriate fire prevention materials and equipment
• Develop and maintain fire and hazardous materials related emergency plans, conducts site visits with emergency responders, and assists with the conduct of related exercises
• Organize fire and safety training programs
• Responds to fire safety concerns from employees, tenants or fire department(s) in regard to fire safety on PCCA property
• Monitor changes in building and fire code requirements, best practices, new technology, and products related to fire safety and revise plans and procedures accordingly
• May serve as a member of the Incident Management Team (IMT) as assigned by the Safety Manager
• Maintains high level of professionalism and integrity, and promotes good employee relationships
• Adheres to PCCA policy, promotes PCCA environmental precepts, a safe work environment, and the SEAPORT values
• Attends, works and participates in meetings; drives vehicle as necessary to complete assigned tasks and works required hours to fulfill position objectives
• Performs other duties as assigned
• CPR certified or the ability to become CPR certified within the first year of employment
• Tier (2) status designation

• High school diploma or equivalent
• Associate’s degree in fire science, safety, or related field of study preferred
• Four years of equivalent on-the-job experience may be considered
• Ability to obtain and maintain a Transportation Worker Identification Credential (TWIC) during course of employment
• Valid driver’s license
• Preferred NFPA Certified Fire Protection Specialist (CFPS) designation and safety training experience

• Four years of experience in relation to the areas or duties outlined
• Experience conducting inspections and testing of fire suppression systems and equipment
• Strong working knowledge of NFPA standards and fire protection, safety, and suppression systems
• Strong knowledge of OSHA regulations and standards
• Experience presenting training to adult groups in structured learning situations

• Exceptional communication and presentation skills
• Excellent written ability with strong analytical and problem-solving ability
• Maintains organized and thorough documentation for all activities including inspection/audit reports and corrective actions and adheres to all record retention policies
• Understand and comply with fire codes, building codes, ISO standards, OSHA regulations
• Works on assignments and resolves issues in the field, including complex assignments, requiring considerable independent judgement and initiative
• Maintain good employee relations and encourages and fosters a helpful environment where teamwork prevails. Assists senior management and office staff where appropriate
• Flexible and capable of working in a demanding environment with ability to work well within a fast-paced department, tight deadlines, and a multitude of projects and changing priorities
• Demonstrated analytical, critical thinking and conflict resolution abilities; effective oral and written communications skills
• Proficiency in MS Office, including Word and Excel, Outlook and other related applications

• Ability to perform essential job functions, including but not limited to frequent standing, walking, sitting, speaking or hearing, typing and occasional reaching, stooping, kneeling, lifting and/or moving up to 50 pounds with or without reasonable accommodation
• Must be able to walk and stand on level and/or inclined, climb stairs, ramps, ladders and work stands. Must be able to crouch, crawl, grasp/handle objects, use finger dexterity, bend elbow/knee and reach above/below shoulders
• Ability to work in a general office environment, with some exposure to the elements when visiting worksites
• May mentor or coach team members
• Ability to operate light-weight highway vehicles and standard office equipment
• Must work the requisite hours to fulfill position objectives, including evenings, on-call and/or weekends, as needed