Fire Safety Specialist

WHY UT SOUTHWESTERN?
With over 75 years of excellence in Dallas-Fort Worth, Texas, UT Southwestern is committed to excellence, innovation, teamwork, and compassion. As a world-renowned medical and research center, we strive to provide the best possible care, resources, and benefits for our valued employees. Ranked as the number 1 hospital in Dallas-Fort Worth according to U.S. News & World Report, we invest in you with opportunities for career growth and development to align with your future goals. Our highly competitive benefits package offers healthcare, PTO and paid holidays, on-site childcare, wage, merit increases and so much more. We invite you to be a part of the UT Southwestern team where you'll discover a culture of teamwork, professionalism, and a rewarding career! 

This role requires walking long distances, prolonged standing, bending, lifting and climbing. 

JOB SUMMARY
Works under minimal supervision to provide knowledge and expertise in operation and support of one or more sectional safety programs and compliance with regulatory agencies and national guidelines in the Office of Safety & Business Continuity. 
Review life safety/fire protection plans; inspect campus facilities per codes/TJC; document and communicate deficiencies. Research/apply applicable codes; advise staff/contractors. Troubleshoot, maintain/repair, or oversee vendors for fire protection systems. Develop/deliver/supervise fire-safety training. Meet schedules; complete assigned projects. Prepare for, respond to, and mitigate fires, floods, and hazmat incidents; use PPE incl. SCBA; obtain/maintain certifications; participate in drills. Essential, on-call role; respond after hours as needed to sustain operations. Perform admin/program tasks and manage projects. 
 

BENEFITS
UT Southwestern is proud to offer a competitive and comprehensive benefits package to eligible employees. Our benefits are designed to support your overall wellbeing, and include:

• PPO medical plan, available day one at no cost for full-time employee-only coverage
• 100% coverage for preventive healthcare-no copay
• Paid Time Off, available day one
• Retirement Programs through the Teacher Retirement System of Texas (TRS)
• Paid Parental Leave Benefit
• Wellness programs
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) Qualified Employer
• Learn more about these and other UTSW employee benefits!

EXPERIENCE AND EDUCATION

Required

• Education
  High School Diploma or equivalent or 
  Associate's Degree in safety related field or 
  Bachelor's Degree in safety related field 
   

• Experience
  5 years directly related safety experience with High school or 
  3 years directly related safety experience with Associate's degree or 
  No experience with Bachelor's degree or 
  Pertinent Military experience may be considered for some of the required experience 
   

Preferred

• Licenses and Certifications
  Professional certification pertinent to specific safety specialty 
   

JOB DUTIES

• Investigates safety and environmental incidents, identifying causes and how to prevent their recurrence.
• Ensures employee health & safety standards are met in all areas of the organization.
• Performs surveys of laboratories and facilities to ensure adherence to safety regulation and procedures.
• Identifies potential safety hazards, prepares reports on conditions, and takes action to mitigate identified deficiencies.
• Ensures proper use and disposal of hazardous materials and waste.
• Provide assistance and safety training to departments.
• This position is designated as essential. Personnel in d