Fire Life & Safety Director | Manhattan, NY | $28.00/Hr.

Location: Manhattan, NY
Pay Rate: $28.00 per hour

Employment Type: Full-Time

Schedule: Monday to Friday: 7:00 AM – 11:00 PM AND Saturday: 8:00 AM – 8:00 PM
 

We are seeking a professional, service-oriented, and experienced Fire Life & Safety Director / Concierge to support campus security operations in Manhattan. This position is ideal for a candidate who combines strong fire and life safety knowledge with exceptional customer service, sound judgment, and a professional presence.

The ideal candidate will be responsible for supporting fire and life safety procedures, maintaining a safe and secure campus environment, assisting students, staff, visitors, and guests, and ensuring that all security and safety concerns are handled promptly and professionally.

Candidates must have a valid New York State Fire Life & Safety Director certification (F-89 or equivalent), at least two years of prior Fire Life & Safety Director experience, and previous experience in campus security, security concierge services, or a related security role.

Pay: $28.00 per hour

• →Perform fire and life safety duties in accordance with applicable procedures, regulations, and site-specific requirements.
• →Monitor and support campus safety and security operations, identifying and escalating potential hazards, emergencies, and suspicious activity.
• →Respond to fire alarms, emergencies, and other safety-related incidents in accordance with established emergency response procedures.
• →Assist with emergency evacuations, occupant notifications, and coordination with emergency responders when necessary.
• →Maintain accurate incident reports, daily logs, fire safety records, and other required documentation.
• →Provide professional concierge services by greeting, assisting, and directing students, staff, visitors, and guests.
• →Monitor access points and follow established access control procedures to help maintain a secure campus environment.
• →Communicate clearly and professionally with campus personnel, visitors, management, and emergency response teams.
• →Maintain a visible, professional presence while remaining alert and attentive throughout the shift.
• →Follow all site-specific policies, safety protocols, and security procedures.

• Valid NYS Fire Life & Safety Director Certification (F-89 or equivalent) – Required.
• Minimum of 2 years of prior Fire Life & Safety Director experience.
• Minimum of 1 year of experience in campus security, security concierge services, or a related security role.
• Active New York State Security Guard License.
• High school diploma, GED, or equivalent certificate.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Professional appearance, customer service skills, and the ability to interact courteously with diverse populations.
• Ability to exercise sound judgment, remain calm under pressure, and respond appropriately to emergencies.
• Ability to remain on your feet and actively present for the duration of the assigned shift.
• Must be computer literate and capable of handling visitor management systems

The successful candidate will be dependable, attentive to detail, approachable, and confident in both safety operations and customer-facing responsibilities. We are looking for someone who understands the importance of maintaining a secure environment while delivering a welcoming, professional experience for everyone entering the campus.

• Competitive pay of $28.00 per hour.
• Opportunity to apply your fire and life safety expertise in a campus environment.
• A role that combines safety leadership, security awareness, and professional customer service.
• An opportunity to contribute to a safe, organized, and welcoming campus community.

If you meet the certification and experience requirements and are ready to bring your professionalism and fire life safety expertise to a campus security team in Manhattan, we encourage you to apply today.

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