5+ years of experience in fire life safety with a Bachelor's or 3+ years with a Master's degree; 7.5 years of experience in lieu of a degree.
NFPA Certified Fire Inspector 2 or equivalent experience with NFPA/ICC codes.
Project management experience preferred.
Experience operating Fire Life Safety systems.
Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite applications.
Ability to analyze problems and provide clear solutions.
Must be a team player and responsive to operational needs.
Fluency in a language other than English, preferably French or Spanish.
Responsibilities
Lead and oversee Fire Marshals for global program deliveries.
Manage performance and ensure adherence to fire safety standards.
Conduct fire safety risk assessments and audits for compliance.
Provide technical guidance on fire life safety systems and deficiencies.
Investigate fire incidents and recommend mitigation strategies.
Collaborate with Global Fire Marshals on fire safety inquiries.
Review construction documents for compliance with life safety codes.
Support Country Security Specialists in fire safety drills and training.
Ensure completion of annual fire drills and maintain documentation.
Engage in special projects to recommend fire safety solutions.
Benefits
Opportunity for international travel to support fire safety initiatives.
Professional development through training and certifications.
Collaborative work environment with cross-departmental engagement.
Exposure to diverse fire safety challenges across global offices.
Full Job Description
Overview
Job Description
Principal Duties and Accountabilities:
The Senior Global Fire Marshal (SGFM) operates under the guidance and supervision of the Program Coordinator and Chief Fire Marshal, with responsibilities that include
Salary $88,645.44
Basic Job Responsibilities:
Provide leadership and oversight for Fire Marshals assigned to global program deliveries.
Manage performance, offer guidance, and ensure Fire Marshals adhere to fire safety standards and protocols.
Conduct fire safety risk assessments and audits to ensure compliance with fire codes and organizational safety standards.
Provide technical guidance to stakeholders on fire life safety systems, identified deficiencies, and ensuring corrective actions are implemented.
Investigate fire incidents, analyze causes, and recommend mitigation strategies and prevention measures.
Collaborate with the designated Global Fire Marshals to address fire safety inquiries submitted in compliance with regulatory codes and organizational policies.
Collaborate with the International Corporate Real Estate Group and other departments to ensure adherence to life safety codes and WBG standards.
Provide advisory services by reviewing construction project documents and blueprints to ensure compliance with life safety codes.
Provide the necessary support to the Country Security Specialists (CSS) in planning and executing Fire Life Safety drills and training exercises.
Ensure the completion of the fire drills annually at all global offices as required and maintain proper documentation.
Provide training and guidance to Global Fire Marshals to ensure consistency in fire safety protocols.
Respond to fire life safety inquiries from staff, project managers, Facilities Managers, and other stakeholders under the guidance of the Program Coordinator and Chief Fire Marshal.
Maintain up-to-date documentation, including project records, drill reports, request tracking logs and fire safety procedures for global offices.
Collaborate with WBG's Risk Office and insurance underwriters to conduct contractual office visits and the implementation of recommended measures.
Engage on special projects to identify and recommend feasible fire and life safety mitigation solutions to global offices to minimize fire safety risk.
Assign tasks and support the designated Global Fire Marshals in task execution to ensure timely delivery.
Conduct mission travel as required to support fire safety initiatives globally.
Ensure Global Fire Marshals are cross trained to support HQ fire safety operations when needed.
Assist the Program Coordinator and Chief Fire Marshal with any additional tasks as required.
Basic Qualifications:
At least Five (5) years of experience with Bachelor's, or three (3) years of experience with Master's in the fire life safety field preferred.
In lieu of a degree, 7.5 years of experience within a Fire Science or related field.
National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) Certified Fire Inspector 2 (CFI) or Three (3) years of equivalent experience and proficiency in the use of NFPA/ICC codes, standards, and conducting fire inspections preferred
Project management experience preferred.
Experience in operating Fire Life Safety systems.
Effective organizational skills and attention to detail
Strong written and oral communication skills
Must be proficient in the use of the Microsoft Office Suite applications (Teams, Word, Excel, PowerPoint, etc.)
Ability to conceptualize and analyze problems; identify problems and provide clear concise solutions
Be self-motivated and possess a strong initiative and follow through ability.
Ability to work in a team-oriented environment as well as working independently
Ability to direct and motivate team to perform the required tasks.
Must be a team player and be responsive to the operational needs, goals, and objectives of Corporate Security.
Be competent in the use of open-source databases.
Must have or be able to obtain a US Passport.
Must be able to speak additional language other than English, preferably French or Spanish
Key Competencies: Staff Management, Financial Management, Integrity, Problem Solving, Conflict Management, Time Management, Customer Focus, Timely Decision Making, Motivating and Directing Others, Drive for Results, Building Effective and Performing Teams, Delegating, Learning on the Fly
