Job Abstract

The Department of Human Services (DHS) is seeking a highly experienced individual in fire safety to take on the Fire and Safety Marshal position with confidence. This role involves making a real difference by protecting and educating the community around South Mountain Restoration Center. Your responsibilities include inspecting buildings, creating emergency response plans, and coordinating fire prevention. Do not let this opportunity go up in smoke. Join our team and apply today!

This pivotal role involves preventing and combating fires, conducting thorough building inspections, developing comprehensive emergency response plans, and carrying out related activities within state-owned or operated buildings or a Department of Human Services facility. As the Fire and Safety Marshal, you will be required to use a Commonwealth vehicle to conduct meticulous fire safety inspections, covering all buildings, grounds, and resident and non-resident areas to identify and mitigate potential hazards. Join today and help create a safer community for everyone!

Interested in learning more? Additional details regarding this position can be found in the position description.

Work Schedule and Additional Information:

• Full-time employment
• Work hours are 7:30 AM to 4:00 PM, Monday - Friday, with a 30-minute lunch.
• Salary: In some cases, the starting salary may be non-negotiable.
• You will receive further communication regarding this position via email. Check your email, including spam/junk folders, for these notices.

QUALIFICATIONS

Minimum Experience and Training Requirements:

• Four years of experience in fire fighting or fire prevention work; and graduation from a standard high school or vocational school; or
• An equivalent combination of experience and training.

Special Requirements:

• You must have possession of a valid Pennsylvania driver’s license.

Conditions of Employment:

• Employees must obtain Hazardous Material Operations, CPR and AED certifications from an accredited organization within one year of hire.

Other Requirements:

• You must meet the PA residency requirement. For more information on ways to meet PA residency requirements, follow the link and click on Residency.
• You must be able to perform essential job functions.

Legal Requirements:

• A conditional offer of employment will require a medical examination.
• This position falls under the provisions of the Older Adult Protective Services Act.
  1. Under the Act, a conditional offer of employment will require submission and approval of satisfactory criminal history reports, including but not limited to, PA State Police and FBI clearance.
     

How to Apply:

• Resumes, cover letters, and similar documents will not be reviewed, and the information contained therein will not be considered for the purposes of determining your eligibility for the position. Information to support your eligibility for the position must be provided on the application (i.e., relevant, detailed experience/education).
• If you are claiming education in your answers to the supplemental application questions, you must attach a copy of your college transcripts for your claim to be accepted toward meeting the minimum requirements. Unofficial transcripts are acceptable.
• Your application must be submitted by the posting closing date. Late applications and other required materials will not be accepted.
• Failure to comply with the above application requirements may eliminate you from consideration for this position.

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If you are contacted for an interview and need accommodations due to a disability, please discuss your request for accommodations with the interviewer in advance of your interview date.

• Completing the application, including all supplemental questions, serves as your exam for this position. No additional exam is required at a test center (also referred to as a written exam).
• Your score is based on the detailed information you provide on your application and in response to the supplemental questions.
• Your score is valid for this specific posting only.
• You must provide complete and accurate information or:
  1. your score may be lower than deserved.
  2. you may be disqualified.
• You may only apply/test once for this posting.
• Your results will be provided via email.