Fire Safety Off IV - Hlth & Safety Officer

The Health and Safety Officer/Fire Prevention Specialist at McEntire Joint National Guard Base (JNGB) is responsible for overseeing comprehensive occupational health, safety compliance within the department, and fire prevention programs across the installation. Additionally, developing and implementing proactive fire safety and emergency response plans, conducting safety briefings and training for base personnel, and leading investigations into safety incidents or fire-related emergencies. Ultimately, the specialist ensures that all base infrastructure, personnel, and operational activities maintain the highest standards of safety and operational readiness in direct support of the McEntire JNGB mission.

Plans, directs, and coordinates all required actions (i.e., notifying appropriate personnel) to ensure compliance with NFPA Standard 1500 and Occupational Safety and Health Program requirements. Additionally, manages the flights National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) 1201self-assessment program. Operating on a demanding 56-hour work week schedule that incorporates 24-hour shifts, this critical role requires the specialist to conduct routine facility inspections, identify and mitigate fire or occupational hazards, and aggressively enforce Department of Defense (DoD), Air Force, and OSHA safety regulations. This individual will be required to respond to emergencies while on duty.

The McEntire JNGB Fire Department provides 24/7 installation coverage utilizing three 8-person shifts on a 48-hours-on/96-hours-off rotation, which averages 56 hours per week and 212 hours per 28-day pay cycle; however, this specific position operates on a 56-hour Monday through Friday schedule. Designated as "Essential Employees," personnel in this role are subject to 24-hour recall to support mission requirements and must maintain up-to-date contact information on file. Operationally, employees are required to obtain a United States Air Force Motor Vehicle Operator's card during training and must successfully complete Flight Line Driver's Training annually to authorize vehicle operation on runways and taxiways.

Requirements: High school diploma or equivalent, valid State driver's license, age 18+, Health and Safety Officer certification, Incident Safety Officer certification, Fire Inspector I/II, Fire Officer I/II, Fire Instructor I/II, ICS 300/400, Aircraft Rescue Firefighting (ARFF), NFPA 1001 (Firefighter I/II; Driver/Operator ARFF, Pumper, Mobile Water Supply), NFPA 1072 (HAZMAT Incident Commander), NREMR, NFPA 1582 medical certification, Self-Contained Breathing Apparatus (SCBA) capability, background check clearance, substance abuse testing clearance, ability to work in diverse team environment

Salary: $58,854.00 - $70,613.00 Annually

Application Deadline: Continuous