Deputy Fire Safety Director

Deputy Fire Safety Director

Job ID

292204

Posted

19-Aug-2026

Service line

Advisory Segment

Role type

Full-time

Areas of Interest

Health and Safety/Environment, Property Management

Location(s)

Manhattan - New York - United States of America, New York - New York - United States of America, New York City - New York - United States of America

About The Role:

As a CBRE Deputy Fire Safety Director, you will work with management to help plan and coordinate the fire safety operations of a small to medium-sized property.

This job is part of the Security and Fire job function. They are responsible for the physical security and fire safety of the organization or other tangible assets.

Schedule: Thursday-Monday (Tuesday/Wednesday off), 11pm-7am

What You'll Do:

• Operating and maintenance of the Fire Alarm System and all related equipment; maintaining the general condition of the Fire Command Center. Generating, filing and distributing accurate incident reports and investigating all incidents. Preparing and submitting detailed incident reports to Life Safety/Security.
• Reviewing all daily log entries regarding fire prevention and maintaining Fire Department Log boos as specified by Local Law No.5 & 26; to ensure that proper procedures are being followed.
• Capable of training all Fire Wardens, Deputy Fire Wardens, Searchers, and Building Fire Brigade; manage the Fire Wardens/Deputy Wardens sign-in logs and Organization Charts, schedule and conduct all building Fire/EAP drills, direct evacuation procedures.
• Conduct monthly communication testing of the Fire Alarm System with central station, conduct semi-annual testing of the Fire Alarm System signaling and initiating devices per code, conduct daily inspection of the building for fire prevention and protection, conduct all inspections and testing whether per NYC code or company policy.
• Follows all posted orders as assigned. Monitoring computerized Access Control, CCTV Systems, and responding to intrusion and Hold-Up (Panic) alarms. Monitoring and responding to the Building Intercom System. Remain aware and alert at all times to potential security breaches.
• Provide pertinent information to the Fire Department during emergencies and routine visits/inspections maintenance of all Fire Extinguisher systems, conduct the monthly Elevator Recall Phase I and Firemen Service Phase II.
• Enforcement of a security and life safety policies, rules and procedures, which are set forth by Building Management & tenant. Processing and accessing tenants and visitors in the building daily, this includes validating of ID cards and recording the information on sign-in sheets and issuing building passes.
• Assist with parking operations, including issuing parking decals, permits, and citations.
• Connect with the Property Manager regarding events, incidents, and concerns. Make suggestions for future situations.
• Review the equipment inventories for accuracy.
• Provide safety information and demonstrations on how to perform certain work tasks to employees.
• Test all installed fire and life safety systems regularly to make sure they work in an effective and efficient manner. Provide criteria on the number or type of fire extinguishers needed in each area.

What You'll Need:

To perform this job successfully, an individual will need to perform each crucial duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.

• High School Diploma or GED with 2-3 years of job-related experience
• FDNY F89 Fire and Safety Director License
• An established understanding of work routines and standards and applying skills and knowledge in a range of processes, procedures, and systems are required.
• Requires intermediate problem-solving skills with the capacity to review and select solutions from available options without supervisory approval.
• Ability to explain detailed and complicated information within the team in a clear and concise manner.
• Advanced knowledge of Microsoft Office products. Examples include Word, Excel, Outlook, etc.
• Strong organizational skills with a robust inquisitive mentality.

Why CBRE

When you join CBRE, you become part of the global leader in commercial real estate services and investment that helps businesses and people thrive. We are dynamic problem solvers and forward-thinking professionals who create significant impact. Our collaborative culture is built on our shared values - respect, integrity, service and excellence - and we value the diverse perspectives, backgrounds and skillsets of our people. At CBRE, you have the opportunity to chart your own course and realize your potential. We welcome all applicants.

Our Values in Hiring

At CBRE, we are committed to fostering a culture where everyone feels they belong. We value diverse perspectives and experiences, and we welcome all applications.

Disclaimers

Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States without the need for visa sponsorship now or in the future.

Applicant AI Use Disclosure

We value human interaction to understand each candidate's unique experience, skills and aspirations. We do not use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to make hiring decisions, and we ask that candidates disclose any use of AI in the application and interview process.

About CBRE Group, Inc.

CBRE Group, Inc. (NYSE:CBRE), a Fortune 500 and S&P 500 company headquartered in Dallas, is the world's largest commercial real estate services and investment firm (based on 2024 revenue). The company has more than 140,000 employees (including Turner & Townsend employees) serving clients in more than 100 countries. CBRE serves clients through four business segments: Advisory (leasing, sales, debt origination, mortgage serving, valuations); Building Operations & Experience (facilities management, property management, flex space & experience); Project Management (program management, project management, cost consulting); Real Estate Investments (investment management, development). Please visit our website at www.cbre.com.

CBRE carefully considers multiple factors to determine compensation, including a candidate's education, training, and experience. The minimum salary for the Deputy Fire Safety Director position is $60,000 annually [or $28.85 per hour] and the maximum salary for the Deputy Fire Safety Director position is $65,083.20 annually [or $31.29 per hour]. The compensation that is offered to a successful candidate will depend on the candidate's skills, qualifications, and experience.

Equal Employment Opportunity: CBRE has a long-standing commitment to providing equal employment opportunity to all qualified applicants regardless of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, pregnancy, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, veteran status, political belief, or any other basis protected by applicable law.

Candidate Accommodations: CBRE values the differences of all current and prospective employees and recognizes how every employee contributes to our company's success. CBRE provides reasonable accommodations in job application procedures for individuals with disabilities. If you require assistance due to a disability in the application or recruitment process, please submit a request via email at recruitingaccommodations@cbre.com or via telephone at +1 866 225 3099 (U.S.) and +1 866 388 4346 (Canada).

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