Assistant Manager, Fire Safety

Metropolitan Transportation Authority is hiring an Assistant Manager, Fire Safety at our headquarters in New York City, New York. This is a full-time managerial position within the Office of System Safety that offers the opportunity to lead critical fire safety initiatives across the transit system.

About the Role

The Assistant Manager, Fire Safety works within New York City Transit's Office of System Safety to oversee fire prevention, emergency response protocols, and safety compliance. Based at 2 Broadway in Manhattan, you'll support the Manager, Fire Safety in developing and executing programs that protect passengers, employees, and assets throughout the transit network. This position combines strategic oversight with hands-on leadership of fire safety operations.

What You'll Do

• Assist in managing fire safety programs, inspections, and compliance initiatives across transit facilities
• Support the development and implementation of fire prevention policies and procedures
• Coordinate with other transit departments and safety divisions to ensure integrated emergency response
• Monitor fire safety compliance and identify opportunities for continuous improvement
• Contribute to training programs and safety awareness initiatives for transit staff
• Support incident investigation and corrective action processes

What We're Looking For

• Proven experience in fire safety, emergency management, or related safety discipline
• Strong knowledge of fire codes, building safety standards, and transit industry practices
• Demonstrated leadership ability and experience managing or supervising teams
• Excellent analytical, communication, and problem-solving skills
• Ability to work collaboratively across departments in a complex organization
• Valid driver's license and willingness to travel within the transit system as needed

About Metropolitan Transportation Authority

The Metropolitan Transportation Authority is the largest public transportation system in North America, serving millions of riders daily across New York City and surrounding areas. The Office of System Safety is responsible for maintaining and enhancing safety standards across the entire network. This role is critical to our mission of providing safe, reliable transit.

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