New York City Economic Development Corporation · 2 hours ago
Fire Safety and Security Manager
New York, New York, United States
Full-time
Onsite
Mid, Senior Level
$80K/yr - $82K/yr
4+ years expNew York City Economic Development Corporation (NYCEDC) is committed to creating a vibrant, inclusive, and globally competitive economy for all New Yorkers. The Fire, Safety & Security Manager is responsible for overseeing physical security, fire safety, emergency response, and tenant compliance activities, ensuring that contractors meet organizational standards and tenants comply with safety requirements.
Business DevelopmentFreight ServiceLogisticsNon Profit
Responsibilities
Serve as the primary point of contact for the outsourced security and fire safety contractor
Monitor daily contractor performance, ensuring adherence to SLAs, safety protocols, and compliance standards
Conduct contract reviews, performance audits, and compliance assessments
Address escalations, incident reviews, and operational issues involving contractor personnel
Maintain fire safety policies, emergency response plans, and evacuation procedures
Ensure compliance with fire codes, regulatory requirements, and corporate safety standards
Coordinate fire system inspections, equipment maintenance, safety audits, fire drills, emergency evacuation exercises, and training for tenant groups
Investigate fire alarms, system malfunctions, and safety-related incidents
Implement established physical security policies, post orders, and site-specific procedures
Oversee access control, patrols, alarm response, and incident management activities
Lead investigations and ensure timely incident reporting and corrective actions
Conduct security risk assessments and site vulnerability reviews
Ensure tenants comply with building security policies, fire safety requirements, and emergency procedures
Conduct periodic tenant compliance audits, including inspections for fire safety and adherence to building regulations
Provide guidance to tenants on security protocols, emergency plans, and life safety standards
Review tenant fit-out plans for security and fire safety compliance; coordinate with Facilities and contractors as needed
Communicate changes in building policies, procedures, and safety requirements to tenants
Manage non-compliance cases, issue corrective actions, and follow up on remediation progress
Review contractor proposals and invoices in order to ensure that NYCEDC does not overpay for services
Forecast staffing and resource needs based on occupancy, risk levels, and tenant activity
Support RFP processes and vendor selection for outsourced services
Input service requests into the automated work order system, track and close out as needed
Oversee security and fire safety systems including CCTV, access control, fire alarms, and emergency communication tools
Produce reports on incidents, fire safety compliance, tenant compliance, system performance, and contractor KPIs
Recommend and implement technology enhancements to improve safety and security across the property
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in security management, fire safety, occupational health & safety, business administration, or related field (preferred)
4+ years in security, fire safety, property management, or compliance; experience overseeing contractors is essential
Must possess or be able to pass any City-required training or other qualifications for licensing
Strong knowledge of physical security systems, fire protection, building regulations, and tenant compliance requirements
Must maintain a valid NYS Driver License with clean driving record
Excellent communication, leadership, and stakeholder engagement skills
Preferred
Advanced certifications such as CPP, PSP, PCI (ASIS), NFPA Fire Inspector I/II, NEBOSH Fire Safety, or IOSH Managing Safely and Fire Safety Director
Formal training in fire safety or emergency management
Knowledge of building codes and regulatory requirements including fire code, life safety standards, and tenant compliance frameworks
OSHA 30 Hour Construction Safety
NYC DOB 40 Hour Site Safety Manager
Benefits
Generous employer subsidized health insurance
Medical, dental, and pharmacy plans
Vision and hearing benefits
Flexible spending accounts for healthcare and dependent care
Short term and long-term disability coverage
100% employer covered life insurance and supplemental life insurance coverage
Up to 25 vacation days
Floating Holidays and Summer Fridays
Parental leave - up to 20 paid weeks
Retirement savings programs
Company-paid 401(a) defined contribution plan
457(b) tax-advantaged retirement savings plan
Tuition Reimbursement program
Continuing education and professional development
Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) eligible employer
College savings plan
Backup childcare
Gym membership discounts
A Calm.com membership for mindfulness and mental health support
Employee discounts through Plum Benefits and much more
Company
New York City Economic Development Corporation
New York City Economic Development Corporation is a mission-driven, nonprofit organization that works for a vibrant, inclusive, and globally competitive economy for all New Yorkers.
201-500 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Growth StageLeadership Team
Jeanny Pak
Chief Financial Officer
Melissa Román Burch
Chief Operating Officer
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