Director, Fire Life Safety Compliance

The Metropolitan Opera is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to providing an environment of mutual respect where equal employment opportunities are available to all applicants and existing employees without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy (including childbirth, lactation and related medical conditions), national origin, citizenship status, age, physical and mental disability, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, genetic information (including characteristics and testing), military and veteran status, or any protected category prohibited by local, state or federal laws.

• Bachelor's degree and/or equivalent related experience required.

• A minimum of five years’ experience of fire-fighting, fire safety/prevention, or emergency management experience in an office or performing arts environment.

• Ability to direct all emergency operations, liaisons with responding FDNY or other first responding units.

• Knowledge of all state and local laws/regulations pertaining to fire/life safety in public assembly, high rise, high hazard and business occupancies, especially as they relate to performing arts and construction settings.

• Hold necessary certifications as mandated by federal, state, and local laws.

• Must possess, or have the ability to obtain, the Certificate of Fitness license F-89 for FLSD.

• Clear understanding of violations in order to prepare reports such as inspections performed, identify violations observed and make recommendations for eliminating fire hazards.

• Proven experience in conducting effective fire safety training programs.

• Strong leadership and interpersonal skills, with proficient verbal and written communication abilities.

• Ability to carry out assigned tasks with minimal supervision as well as ability to work in a team environment.

• Capable of operating and troubleshooting within a fast-paced, large organization.

• Proficiency in Microsoft Office, including Word and Excel, is essential.
• Position requires walking distances and ablity to crouch, bend, stoop, lift up to 25lbs, and go up and down stairs.