• Develop, coordinate, and provide training in an area of specific expertise throughout the state. Subject areas may include, but not be limited to hazardous materials, technical rescue, fire investigation, fire inspection and prevention, and general firefighting practices.
• Conduct fire and life safety inspections.
• Serve as liaison between State Emergency Management Office and local fire departments and regional fire administrators in the development and implementation of local emergency response plans and exercises. Also serve as state agency liaison during actual emergencies.
• Respond to emergency incidents as directed. Provide technical assistance to local fire officials as requested.
• Conduct fire/arson investigations.
• Serve as a liaison between the state and local fire departments in the development of local emergency response plans and exercises; review plans, make recommendations for changes or enhancements, ensure compliance with controlling laws, regulations, and best practices.
• May assist in the implementation of special projects, such as, training course revisions, conferences and seminar programs, and equipment maintenance programs.
• Provide technical assistance and instruction to state agencies, colleges and universities, county representatives, municipal and local fire officials, and civic groups on matters relating to fire safety and prevention.
• Review curricula, lesson plans and instructional materials for content, relevance, and accuracy.
• Perform technical assistance and emergency response-activities.
• Provide specialized oversight of the National Certification program.
• Provide specialized oversight of the NYS Minimum Standards for Firefighters, including C-PAT.
• Distribute and maintain inventories of supplies, materials, and equipment.
• Ensure the Fire Operations Center is in a state of readiness; recommend and implement approved procedures for efficient activation, operations, and scheduling.
• Assist with monthly and quarterly reports as needed.
• Perform other duties and special projects as required.
• Travel may be required (approximately 60%), including during evening and weekends, depending on assignment.
• Possession and maintenance of a valid Driver’s License issued by the NYS Department of Motor Vehicle is required, or otherwise demonstrate the capacity to meet the transportation needs of the job.

The Office of General Services (OGS) is an equal opportunity employer, and we recognize that diversity in our workforce is critical to fulfilling our mission. We encourage applicants for all communities to apply.
For a full version of OGS’s EEO/AA statement and benefits joining Team #OneOGS, please visit http://www.ogs.ny.gov/employment.
NOTE ON TELECOMMUTING: Employees are required to apply and obtain approval through management to telecommute according to the agency’s Telecommuting Program Guidelines.