Fire and Safety Officer 6-E7 - MCTI

The function and purpose of the Fire and Safety Officer position includes patrolling facilities and grounds on foot or in a vehicle to protect against trespassing, theft, and vandalism and to ensure the safety and security of staff, students and visitors. Fire and Safety Officer takes action to eliminate potential fire or safety hazards, provides directions or escorts visitors to their destinations, ensures that fire extinguishers, smoke detectors, fire alarms, sprinkler system, and fire hydrants are in operating condition; conducts fire drills and participates in fire prevention programs. Fire and Safety Officer patrols parking lots and facilities and directs traffic, participates in employee safety and accident prevention programs. Fire and Safety Officer administers first aid to facility occupants in cases of injury or illness, responds to all fire alarms and contacts fire department, answers telephone calls and monitors video stations, removes snow and salts sidewalks and walkways. Fire and Safety Officer conducts preliminary investigations and writes incident reports, maintains logs, records, and reports related to the work.

Location: Michigan Career & Technical Institute (MCTI), 11611 W. Pine Lake Road, Plainwell, MI Work Schedule: 12:00am-8:00am Saturday-Wednesday, overtime and holidays as needed.

At the Department of Labor and Economic Opportunity, we are passionate about creating a positive, professional, and supportive work environment where we value our differences and are committed to being open and respectful to all our employees and the public we serve. Our department provides the connections, expertise and innovative solutions to drive continued business growth, build vibrant communities, create affordable housing, generate tourism and attract and retain key talent to fill Michigan’s vast pipeline of opportunities. Learn more at www.michigan.gov/LEO.

Position Description Summary

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Education Educational level typically acquired through completion of high school.

Experience Fire and Safety Officer 6 One year of experience in a security guard or public safety occupation.

Fire and Safety Officer E7 One year of experience equivalent to a Fire and Safety Officer 6. Special Requirements, Licenses, and Certifications

• Possession of a valid driver’s license.
• CPR & First Aid Certified

To be considered for this position you must complete the following:

• Attach a cover letter describing what strengths and work experience you bring to this position.
• Attach a copy of your detailed resume to the job application. Dates of employment should include month and year and hours per week.

Failure to complete any of the above items may result in your application not being considered. Also, information provided in your application, resume, cover letter, transcripts, and any other documentation provided will be used to verify responses to the supplemental questions. Unsupported responses may not be considered further. Information provided in your application, resume, cover letter, and any other documentation provided will be used to verify responses to the supplemental questions. Unsupported responses may not be considered further.

All classified employees are subject to Civil Service Rule 2-8 Ethical Standards and Conduct and will be expected to disclose any personal and financial interests that may conflict with official duties as a classified employee. All newly hired state employees are required to submit and pass a pre-employment drug test prior to their actual appointment. Certain positions within the Michigan Department of Labor and Economic Opportunity may also require state criminal, fingerprint-based and driving record background checks. Any position offer will be conditional until results of the background checks and drug test indicate eligibility for employment. The Michigan Department of Labor and Economic Opportunity participates in E-Verify and will provide the federal government with your form I-9 information to confirm that you are authorized to work in the U.S. View the Job Specification at: www.michigan.gov/documents/FireandSafetyOfficer_12666_7.pdf