Fire Protection Coordinator

Thomas Jefferson National Accelerator Facility (Jefferson Lab) is a U.S. Department of Energy Office of Science national laboratory. Scientists worldwide utilize the lab’s unique particle accelerator, known as the Continuous Electron Beam Accelerator Facility (CEBAF), to probe the most basic building blocks of matter - helping us to better understand these particles and the forces that bind them - and ultimately our world. In addition, the lab capitalizes on its unique technologies and expertise to perform advanced computing and applied research with industry and university partners, and provides programs designed to help educate the next generation in science and technology. What your job will be like: The role oversees the full execution of the Fire Protection Program, ensuring systems meet DOE requirements, codes, and standards while coordinating closely with engineering and ES&H. It manages the performance, maintenance, reliability, and compliance of detection, suppression, and life‑safety systems, including troubleshooting, corrective actions, and cost‑effective operational solutions. It also carries significant ES&H responsibilities, such as administering the Hot Work Permit program, enforcing safety procedures, integrating hazard analyses into all work, and maintaining a safe, environmentally sound workplace for staff and subcontractors.In this job you will:

• Lead operational execution of the Fire Protection Program; ensures compliance with DOE requirements, codes, and standards; oversees inspection, testing, maintenance, and system performance.
• Coordinate with Fire Protection Engineer, Engineering, and ES&H; support system impairments, design changes, and Fire Hazard Analyses to maintain code compliance.
• Oversee operation, maintenance, and reliability of detection, suppression, and life safety systems; ensures systems support mission needs and evolving facility use.
• Manage troubleshooting, corrective actions, and service contracts; drives cost-effective solutions, minimizes operational impacts, and tracks performance metrics.
• Oversee elevator inspection, testing, and maintenance programs executed through subcontracted service providers.

* Environmental Health & Safety Responsibilities:

• Oversees the requirements and procedures of the Hot Work Permit program and fire extinguisher training.
• Ensures staff and subcontractors are fully aware of their individual responsibilities to meet Lab policies to promote a safe, healthy and environmentally sound work area.
• Ensures appropriate ES&H provisions are incorporated into all work. Activity hazard analyses are performed and documented prior to start of work.
• Develops and/or modifies procedures to execute ES&H regulations and lessons learned.
• Maintains an environmentally sound and safe workplace for area of responsibility. Reports unsafe conditions to management for corrective action(s).
• Enforces the Laboratory ES&H requirements in the execution of all assigned duties.
• Responsible for maintenance, inspection, testing, and maintaining accurate records for all elevators on site.Lead - Supervisory - Management
• Responsible for the supervision, evaluation, and training of all staff members assigned to work group.Provides guidance to technicians on the maintenance of facility fire protection systems.Experience
• Required: 17 or more years of Experience in Fire Protection Operations and Maintenance.
• Required: 2 or more years Successful experience in Training, Leading, or Supervising Staff.Education
• Required: High School Diploma or GEDExperience and Education Exchange

Education above the minimum may be substituted for experience.Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Knowledge of various building and fire codes and the ability to research and interpret the code requirements.
• Ability to manage and update a fire safety program for a campus environment.
• Strong communication skills, both verbal and written. Proficient in MS Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint).
• Ability to implement and apply innovative and creative solutions to complex problems.
• Analytical ability to evaluate options and make optimal decisions.
• Ability to negotiate with internal and external stakeholders.
• Ability to mentor.

Total Rewards at Jefferson Lab At Jefferson Lab, we believe that a comprehensive employee benefits program is an important and meaningful part of the compensation employees receive. Our benefits program includes, but is not limited to:

• Medical, Dental, and Vision Care Plans • Flexible Spending Accounts
• Paid Time-off and Leave Programs (Paid Parental, vacation, holidays, and sick leave)
• 401(k) Plan – 9% Lab Contribution; 100% vested
• Flexible Work Arrangements (Remote & Alternate Work Schedules available)
• Tuition Assistance, Training and Professional Development Programs
• Live near the waterways of the Chesapeake Bay region with access to nearby beaches,

mountains, and all major metropolitan centers on the East Coast