About the RoleThe Manager Life Safety is responsible for managing and supervising the operation of the Fire Command Center and serves as the company liaison with the ACFD.Position Responsibilities
- Monitors and operation of the life safety system, security alarm system, elevators, and the monitoring and recording of the non-gaming CCTV cameras on property.
- Assumes responsibility for the activities of the Fire Command Officers
- Submits recommendations for the improvements to the life safety systems throughout the property.
- Reviews the log and reports prepared by staff members. Ensures compliance with local and state fire codes
- Prepares work schedules, monitors performance of the officers, coaches and counsels staff
- Trains all security management members in the operation of the life safety system
- Responsible for interviewing Fire Command Officer candidates and making recommendations for hiring to Director of Security
- Responsible for discipline of Fire Command Officers and making termination recommendations to VP of Security
- Prepares reports on all fire safety issues for the VP of Security
- Interacts with the staff in Legal, Risk Management, Facilities, Hospitality and Food & Beverage
- Responsible for providing fire safety training to security employees
- Develops and maintains a positive working relationship with the local fire officials
- Recommends new surveillance equipment for the hotel security areas. Coordinates with the surveillance technician on equipment repairs and installation
- Assumes responsibility for creating, updating, revising and maintaining the systems room manual
- Develops procedures to meet the fire safety and / or hotel security demands
- Provides input to updates of the property's emergency procedures manual
- A working knowledge and enforcement of all laws, policies and procedures, governing the actions of customers and employees
- Maintain a high level of personal integrity and moral conduct free of any questionable association
- As needed, the Life Safety Manager may assume the same duties and responsibilities as listed in the Security Shift Manager's job description
- Complies with all New Jersey regulatory requirements
- Responsible for coordinating operator training on all CCTV policies and procedures.
- Identify the need for and give direction in the development of appropriate ongoing Safety training programs for the property, such as HAZCOM, blood borne Pathogens, Lock Out/Tag Out, Security Awareness, Inspections, Investigations, Incentives & Recognition, Emergency Preparedness and other appropriate management personnel
- Ensures property compliance with appropriate life safety related legislation.,
Essential Functions
- Must be able to stand or sit for an entire shift and be able to move throughout the Casino/Hotel areas
- Must be able to access and work in confined spaces
- Exposure to casino related environmental factors including but not limited to secondhand smoke, excessive noise, and stress related to servicing customers in a high pressure and fast paced environment
- Requires acute sense of smell and sound, ability to talk on and hear a two-way radio and telephone
- Visual Acuity correctable to 20/20, normal color, peripheral and night vision
- Tolerate varying conditions of noise level, temperature, illumination and air quality
- Must be able to work under adverse conditions, including overtime, evenings, weekends, holidays and testify in court on and off duty
- Contact with team members and customers
- Must be able to lift/push/pull up to 40 lbs
- Further physical requirements include but not limited to; standing, kneeling/crouching, sitting, bending, lifting, grasping/handling and reaching
- Complies with all departmental & Company policies.
RequirementsWhat's Required
- High school education or equivalent required as well as 2-5 years of related experience in Fire Command and Security
- Must be at least 18 years of age
- Must have extensive knowledge of the operation of life safety systems, alarm systems, evacuation procedures, camera equipment and those methods of operation and recording as required
- Astute verbal communication skills and possess the ability to communicate effectively with all levels of management
- Must have the organizational ability to handle multiple priorities simultaneously
- Excellent computer skills, report writing skills and typing skills required
- Must be certified as a New Jersey Fire Inspector
- Must be able to manage, coordinate and train fire command and security staff
- Excellent leadership skills and have the ability to manage emergencies
- Basic arithmetic skills required which include adding, subtracting, dividing and multiplying
- Proficient at investigating incidents.
- A valid New Jersey driver's license required
- Ability to effectively communicate in English
Benefits
- Free meal on shift
- Training & Development
- Health Care Plan (Medical, Dental & Vision)
- Retirement Plan (401k,)
- Life Insurance (Basic, Voluntary & AD&D)
- Paid Time Off
- Free Parking