What You Will Do
Los Alamos National Laboratory (LANL) invites you to join our Engineering Services - Fire Protection Systems (ES-FPS) team. As a Fire Protection Specialist you will assist in coordinating one or more elements of the Laboratory fire protection program, including suppression and alarm systems operations in compliance with current codes and standards, Department of Energy (DOE) orders, and best industry practice. Specific duties may include conducting facility surveillances, assisting with site-wide fire alarm operations, or reviewing authorization basis documentation as it relates to fire protection and fire hazards analysis documents. You will also assist in researching information for fire protection, and code compliance related activities. This professional position is primarily concerned with aspects related to fire protection; life safety; property loss prevention; inspection, testing, and maintenance of fire alarm and fire suppression systems; and tracking results of facility ITM efforts, impairment coordination with some field work.
Fire Protection Specialist 2 ($80,400 - $127,900)
- Design, plan review/approval and commissioning of complex building fire detection and alarm systems
- Develop and maintain stand-alone fire alarm receiving system computer/server network and facility fire detection and alarm system operations and maintenance procedures
- Communicate the results of fire detection and alarm system design to project managers, project/facility engineers and facility managers
- Assist in the research for responses to fire alarm system-related queries by internal and external entities
- Significant experience performing fire detection and alarm system design, record management, and design drawing specification documentation completion
- Working knowledge of the operation of automatic sprinkler, special hazard, fire pump, and ventilation systems as they relate to fire detection and alarm system design and operation
- Design, modify, program, and test fire detection and alarm systems
Fire Protection Specialist 3 ($87,800 - $143,000)
- Lead fire protection and loss prevention related organizational strategies, goals, and metrics. Determines their effectiveness and future modifications when necessary
- Represent the Laboratory to enforcement agencies, other DOE laboratories, and community organizations
- Review and analyzes concerns and possible complaints and takes or recommends corrective action where needed
- Respond to unique, one-of-a-kind external/internal requests for information and/or documents relating to worker health and safety, fire protection, and loss prevention issues and inquiries
- Serve as an audit liaison for the fire protection program and responds to inquiries from the National Nuclear Security Administration (NNSA), the Inspector General (IG), Department of Energy (DOE), and/or Defense Nuclear Facilities Safety Board (DNFSB)
- Take the lead in developing reports to meet management needs at all levels and in response to external inquiries
- Serve as the lead liaison in developing fire protection and loss prevention performance goals and objectives for the institution
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What You Need
Minimum Job Requirements:
Teamwork and Leadership
Experience working in a complex organization of diverse operations, combined with a demonstrated ability to function collaboratively with varying teams.
Operational Functions
Demonstrated experience working with customers in fire protection disciplines.
Proven ability in providing professional guidance in interpreting regulations and policies to ensure compliance.
Demonstrated experience in developing, implementing, and maintaining documents such as procedures, forms, templates, and/or plans.
Computer Business Systems
Demonstrated proficiency in the use of common computer-based software, shared database applications (e.g. Microsoft Office, Adobe Products, Access, Outlook, Oracle, Blue Beam, etc.).
Experience with the operations, maintenance, testing and surveillance with stand-alone computer/server network systems.
Communications/Customer Service
Demonstrated ability leading professional communications and meetings with all levels of personnel, including external interfaces.
Ability to provide consultative customer service to internal and external customers.
Skilled written and oral communication that convey consideration for the unique needs of different audiences.
Technical Expertise
Demonstrated experience with appropriate fire and sprinkler design qualifications, plans examiner experience or certifications, code inspector experience or certification.
Training/Certifications
Demonstrated knowledge/understanding of and experience with the application of the International Building and Fire Codes (IBC/IFC), NFPA codes and standards, life safety and loss prevention standards as they relate to fire detection and alarm systems.
NFPA Certified Fire Protection Specialist curriculum completion within one year of hire date.
Education & Experience at Fire Protection Specialist 2: Position requires a Bachelor's Degree and a minimum 5 years of related experience, or an equivalent combination of education and experience directly related to the occupation.
Education & Experience at Fire Protection Specialist 3: Position requires a Bachelor's Degree and 8 years of related experience, or an equivalent combination of education and experience directly related to the occupation. At this level, post graduate course work may be desirable.
Desired Qualifications:
- DOE Q-Clearance
- NICET Qualifications or Certification
- Recognized Fire Alarm and/or Sprinkler Design certifications
- Experience with Fire Alarm Panel design, installation, or maintenance
- Experience with LANL policy and procedures
- Experience as Team or Program Lead
- Experience working under DOE Order 420.1C, DOE Order 1066, and DOE Order 151.1D
Work Location: The work location for this position is onsite and located in Los Alamos, NM. All work locations are at the discretion of management.
Work Schedule: The work location for this position is on site, located in Los Alamos, NM. All work locations are at the discretion of management. This position may require 24/7 coverage, which couldinvolve working a shift/weekend schedule. Employees may be eligible for shift differential pay when assigned by their manager. Shift/weekend assignments are at the discretion of the manager.
Position Commitment: Regular appointment employees are required to serve a period of continuous service in their current position in order to be eligible to apply for posted jobs throughout the Laboratory. If an employee has not served the time required, they may only apply for Laboratory jobs with the documented approval of their Division Leader. The position commitment for this position is 1 year.
Note to Applicants: Due to federal restrictions contained in the current National Defense Authorization Act, citizens of the People's Republic of China, the Islamic Republic of Iran, the Democratic People's Republic of North Korea, and the Russian Federation, who are not Lawful Permanent Residents ("green card" holders) are prohibited from accessing facilities that support the mission, functions, and operations of national security laboratories and nuclear weapons production facilities, which includes Los Alamos National Laboratory.
For full consideration, please include a detailed resume and cover letter explaining how you meet each of the minimum requirements and any of the desired qualifications.
Where You Will Work
Located in beautiful northern New Mexico, Los Alamos National Laboratory (LANL) is a multidisciplinary research institution engaged in strategic science on behalf of national security. Our generous benefits package includes:
- PPO or High Deductible medical insurance with the same large nationwide network
- Dental and vision insurance
- Free basic life and disability insurance
- Paid childbirth and parental leave
- Award-winning 401(k) (6% matching plus 3.5% annually)
- Learning opportunities and tuition assistance
- Flexible schedules and time off (PTO and holidays)
- Onsite gyms and wellness programs
- Extensive relocation packages (outside a 50 mile radius)
Additional Details
Directive 206.2: Employment with Triad requires a favorable decision by NNSA indicating employee is suitable under NNSA Supplemental Directive 206.2. Please note that this requirement applies only to citizens of the United States. Foreign nationals are subject to a similar requirement under DOE Order 142.3A.
Clearance: Q (Position will be cleared to this level). Selected applicants will be subject to a background investigation conducted by or on behalf of the Federal Government, and must meet eligibility requirements* for access to classified matter. This position requires a Q clearance. and obtaining such clearance requires US Citizenship except in extremely rare circumstances. Dependent upon the position, additional authorization to access classified information may be required, which may or may not be available to dual citizens. Receipt of a Q clearance and additional access authorization ultimately is a decision of the Federal Government and not of Triad.
- Eligibility requirements: To obtain a clearance, an individual must be at least 18 years of age; U.S. citizenship is required except in very limited circumstances. See DOE Order 472.2 for additional information.
New-Employment Drug Test: The Laboratory requires successful applicants to complete a new-employment drug test and maintains a substance abuse policy that includes random drug testing. Although New Mexico and other states have legalized the use of marijuana, use and possession of marijuana remain illegal under federal law. A positive drug test for marijuana will result in termination of employment, even if the use was pre-offer.
Regular Position: Term status Laboratory employees applying for regular-status positions are converted to regular status.
Equal Opportunity: Los Alamos National Laboratory is an equal opportunity employer and supports a diverse and inclusive workforce. All employment practices are based on qualification and merit, without regard to race, color, national origin, ancestry, religion, age, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, marital status or spousal affiliation, physical or mental disability, medical conditions, pregnancy, status as a protected veteran, genetic information, or citizenship within the limits imposed by federal laws and regulations. The Laboratory is also committed to making our workplace accessible to individuals with disabilities and will provide reasonable accommodations, upon request, for individuals to participate in the application and hiring process. To request such an accommodation, please send an email to
[email protected] or call 1-505-664-6947 option 2.
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