Required Qualifications (as evidenced by an attached resume):
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Bachelor's degree (foreign equivalent or higher). In lieu of a degree, four (4) years of directly related experience, or a combination of higher education and experience totaling four (4) years may be considered.
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Five (5) years of experience as an emergency responder (volunteer experience will be considered).
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Four (4) years of previous experience as an operational fire officer in a paid or volunteer department.
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NYS/Pro Board Firefighter 1.
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First Aid with CPR.
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Haz-Mat Technician.
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NIMS/ICS 100, 200, 700 and 800.
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NYS Code Enforcement Official or must be able to obtain certification within 1 year of employment.
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NYS Fire Officer 1.
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NYS Confined Space Technician.
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Must have, keep and maintain the appropriate valid NYS Driver’s License; have a motor vehicle record which is free from major violations or a pattern of repeat violations. (***Out-of-State Applicants, see "Special Notes”).
Preferred Qualifications:
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Two (2) additional years of experience as a paid, full-time emergency responder or in a volunteer department.
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NIMS 300.
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Large University/Healthcare fire/life safety experience.
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Incident Safety Officer.
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OSHA 10-Hour.
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NYS/Pro Board Firefighter 2.
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NYS Fire Instructor 1.
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NYS/National Registry EMT.
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NYS Motor Pump Operator on a Class "A" engine.
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NYS Rope Rescue/High Angle.
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Rapid Intervention Team Training.
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Aerial/Ladder Operations.
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Campus active shooter response/Tactical Critical Casualty Care Certification.
Brief Description of Duties:
The Commander for Fire & Emergency Services may act as the incident commander at campus emergencies until relieved by a higher rank. Provides direct supervision to the Fire Services team. They will supervise all activities conducted during their shift. Maintains compliance with applicable reports. They will lead their subordinate in each daily task/assignment. All activities are documented via written reports, logged into the response log, inputted into the LMS database or logged for Clery. They will supervise all training during their shift. This position will have direct responsibility for scheduling and coordination of all shifts to ensure proper shift coverage. The successful candidate will also take directions from the Assistant Chiefs, Director or Fire Chief when necessary or in the absence of the Deputy Chief of Operations.
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Supervision, Command and Control of All Responses:
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Provides services, consultation, advice and timely incident/complaint handling, detection, response, suppression, mitigation and resolution for campus emergencies including, but not limited to fires, fire alarms, medical emergencies, trouble alarms, local alarms, elevator response, odor complaints, accidents, safety complaints, confined space rescue, chemical/biological/radioactive and nuclear threats and spills, sprinkler system activations, facility/utility shutdowns, and campus problems or assistance requests made by other campus departments.
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Ability to react calmly and effectively in emergency situations.
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Ability to assess and prioritize multiple tasks, projects and demands, communicate effectively in verbal and written form, establish and maintain effective working relations with coworkers and other internal and outside agencies.
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Ability to maintain quality, safety and infection control standards.
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Inspections:
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Fire safety and extinguisher inspections, hazard assessments on all facilities, ensuring compliance with OSHA, NYS Fire Codes, NFPA Standards and Codes, and other applicable standards.
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Conduct occupancy reviews of spaces for compliance.
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Complete inspection and deficiency report, provide follow-up to ensure that corrective action is taken, and maintain records of all activities.
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Conduct pre-incident building planning.
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Perform site safety inspections and issue hot work, confined space entry and tent permits.
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Ensure adequate fire prevention measures and air monitoring before permit issuance.
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Periodic inspection and testing of fire protection systems (e.g. standpipes, sprinkler systems, hydrants, etc.) in accordance with NFPA Standards. Conduct tests of the water supply system to ensure adequate fire flow for fire department operations.
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Drills & Trainings:
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Conduct fire drills in all academic, residential, health care and support facilities and evaluate effectiveness of evacuations.
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Assist with the coordination, training and implementation of the Safety Warden and Fire Warden (UH) programs.
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Assist with the development of building emergency plans, evacuation plans and fire department pre planning activities.
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Conduct fire safety training for students, faculty and staff to educate and inform the campus community of requirements and safety information.
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Participate in new student and staff orientation programs.
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Organize and participate in fire prevention activities and events.
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Attend required training and perform practical reviews as necessary to maintain certifications and proficiency in assigned tasks.
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Keeps up to date on all equipment, protocols and procedures
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Communication Skills:
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This individual must have strong verbal and written language skills.
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They must be able to effectively communicate technical policy and procedures in understandable verbal, written and visual presentation format.
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Must be able to handle stressful and confidential situations with a high degree of professionalism, courtesy and confidentiality and possess a strong mindset with strong team building skills.
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Perform and conduct annual employee program review and evaluations.
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Work with employees to implement corrective action at times when appropriate.
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Provide fire safety coverage at all special events, emergencies, impairments and other situations as assigned.
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Other duties or projects as assigned as appropriate to rank and departmental mission.
Special Notes:
This is a full-time appointment. FLSA Exempt position, not eligible for the overtime provisions of the FLSA. Minimum salary threshold must be met to maintain FLSA exemption.
In addition to the employee's base salary, this position is eligible for $4,000 UUP annual location pay, paid biweekly.
Essential Position: This has been designated as an essential position based on the duties of the job and the functions performed. Positions that are designated as such may be required to report to work/remain at work even if classes are canceled, and the campus is working on limited operations in an emergency.
Evening and weekend work will be required at times.
***Out-of-State Applicants: Please note as a condition of employment and in order for this position to be tendered, the successful incumbent will be required to provide evidence of a valid license and driving abstract from the state issuing the license within five business days of a conditional offer and must obtain a NYS driver's license within 30 days of start date.
For this position, we are unable to sponsor candidates for work visas.
Resume/CV and cover letter should be included with the online application.
Stony Brook University is committed to excellence in diversity and the creation of an inclusive learning and working environment. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, pregnancy, familial status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status and all other protected classes under federal or state laws.
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The starting salary range (or hiring range) to be offered for this position is noted below, it represents SBU’s good faith and reasonable estimate of the range of possible compensation at the time of posting.
Job Number: 2602563
Official Job Title: Commander for Fire & Emergency Services
Job Field: Environmental Health and Safety
Primary Location: US-NY-Stony Brook
Department/Hiring Area: Environmental Health and Safety
Schedule: Full-time Shift :Variable Shift Hours: Varies.
Posting Start Date: Aug 5, 2026
Posting End Date: Aug 19, 2026, 10:59:00 PM
Salary:$90,650 - $95,625
Appointment Type: Term
Salary Grade:SL4
SBU Area:Stony Brook University
