Fire Prevention & Security Ofc II

Knowledge of the methods and objectives of security
Knowledge of standard fire prevention and protection theory
Knowledge of fire causes and the proper procedures for extinguishing various types of fires
Knowledge of procedures to properly and safely operate various types of equipment and apparatuses
Knowledge of first aid
Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with others
Ability to follow written and oral instructions
Ability to evaluate emergency situations and adopt effective courses of action
Ability to conduct security operations for an assigned facility or institution and surrounding grounds
Ability to operate and maintain firefighting equipment
Ability to express ideas clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing
Basic security and/or firefighter’s course
Two years of experience in security or fire prevention and protection work

Patrols and inspects buildings and grounds, within an assigned area, to detect and eliminate fire hazards and discourage vandalism
Interprets and enforces rules and regulations; safeguards life and property at state facilities or institutions and surrounding grounds
Responds to fire alarms and reports irregular activities; apprehends or expels violators; answers inquiries and gives directions to employees and the general public
Ventilates buildings to remove heat, smoke and gases; makes forced entries to rescue persons during fires or other emergencies
Checks authorized persons in or out of buildings and grounds area and assures that unauthorized persons are denied access; checks to see that doors and windows are secure and lights are out; directs traffic in the vicinity of state facilities and parking areas
Prepares oral and written reports of activities and incidents.

No preferred qualifications provided.