Fire Safety Directors

Many cities have laws that require a fire safety director to be on duty at skyscrapers, large residential buildings, and public buildings such as museums and hospitals to ensure that fire safety systems are in place and are working correctly. In the event of a fire, they implement fire safety plans, communicate with building occupants by using two-way voice systems, and liaise with fire department officials. Fire safety directors (FSDs) may also assist a building’s occupants during natural disasters (e.g., hurricanes, tornadoes) and human-made disasters (e.g., explosions, hazardous materials incidents, terrorist attacks). Fire safety directors may also be known as fire and life safety directors.

Salary Range

$25,000 to $100,000

Minimum Education Level

Some Postsecondary Training

Certification/License

None

Outlook

About as Fast as the Average

Personality Traits

Hands On

Organized

Outgoing

Career Ladder

Emergency Services Director

Fire Safety Director

Deputy Fire Safety Director

Fire Guard