Job Description

:You Lead the Way. Wexe2x80x99ve Got Your Back.With the right backing, people and businesses have the power to progress in incredible ways. When you join Team Amex, you become part of a global and diverse community of colleagues with an unwavering commitment to back our customers, communities and each other. Here, youxe2x80x99ll learn and grow as we help you create a career journey thatxe2x80x99s unique and meaningful to you with benefits, programs, and flexibility that support you personally and professionally.At American Express, youxe2x80x99ll be recognized for your contributions, leadership, and impactxe2x80x94every colleague has the opportunity to share in the companyxe2x80x99s success. Together, wexe2x80x99ll win as a team, striving to uphold our and powerful backing promise to provide the worldxe2x80x99s best customer experience every day. And wexe2x80x99ll do it with the utmost integrity, and in an environment where everyone is seen, heard and feels like they belong.Join Team Amex and let's lead the way together.POSITION SUMMARY:This position is responsible for administration and review of all fire safety programs, to include evacuation plans, fire drills, fire warden training, emergency action plans, development of personal emergency evacuation plans for self-identified colleagues, evacuation awareness training, and fire risk assessments. The incumbent will be responsible for assuring compliance with local market regulations and fire codes.RESPONSIBILITIES:Partial list of job duties:xc2xb7 Maintain documentation and administrative tracking of all fire safety programs and activities at AXP facilities within the positionxe2x80x99s area of responsibility. This will consist of maintenance of the following programs: Fire Drills, Fire Warden Recruitment & Training, Emergency Action Plans, Navigator Training, PRA/PEEP program, Fire Risk Assessments, Awareness training.xc2xb7 Assure AXP facilities within the positionxe2x80x99s area of responsibility are compliant with all local fire safety laws and ordinances.xc2xb7 In participation with local AXP GS management, manage emergency and non-emergency fire drills and inspections at designated facilities.xc2xb7 Inspect fire prevention, fire safety, and emergency action plans at facilities within the positionxe2x80x99s area of responsibility.xc2xb7 Serves, when needed, as the primary company representative to the local fire department in order to maintain the programxe2x80x99s effectiveness.xc2xb7 Support the local market Global Security Director/Manager in various operational processes. The position will be a member of the local Crisis Response Team.xc2xb7 Collaborate with local GRE Facilities management & team, Workplace Safety, Healthy Living, and other key stakeholders.xc2xb7 Maintain communication with all Global Security management personnel.xc2xb7 Maintain and provide documentation of all programs, to include metrics demonstrating the effective management of the fire safety program.xc2xb7 Work with local law enforcement and/or government fire safety officials.xc2xb7 Assist Global Security events, incidents, or crises when needed/required.xc2xb7 Travel may be required.xc2xb7 Required to be on call 24 hours a day.QUALIFICATIONS:xc2xb7 Five plus years of operational experience in Occupational Fire Safety, Fire Prevention, Emergency Response or a similar-like role in the regional/local market.xc2xb7 Knowledge and understanding of emergency response training and planning.xc2xb7 General understanding of fire suppression, detection, and alarm systems.xc2xb7 Knowledge and understanding of preparing and executing evacuation drills.xc2xb7 Ability to facilitate, train, and lead large groups of people.xc2xb7 Excellent computer skills are required, with thorough working knowledge of programs like, Slack, Excel, Power-point, and Word.xc2xb7 Knowledge and thorough understanding of applicable NFPA or country-specific standards and best practices in fire safety and emergency egress.xc2xb7 Significant multi-tasking ability required in order to manage a high volume of work projects and processes.xc2xb7 Regional and cultural sensitivity with emphasis on diversity required in order to adjust communication and presentation styles to manage business relationships and expectations, while achieving Global Security goals.xc2xb7 Strong organizational skills and project management experience is required.xc2xb7 Ability to analyze problems and make appropriate decisions quickly.xc2xb7 Ability to drive large complex programs and solutions using both direct and virtual teams.xc2xb7 Strong written and verbal communication skills.We back our colleagues and their loved ones with benefits and programs that support their holistic well-being. That means we prioritize their physical, financial, and mental health through each stage of life. Benefits include:

• Competitive base salaries
• Bonus incentives
• Support for financial-well-being and retirement
• Comprehensive medical, dental, vision, life insurance, and disability benefits (depending on location)
• Flexible working model with hybrid, onsite or virtual arrangements depending on role and business need
• Generous paid parental leave policies (depending on your location)
• Free access to global on-site wellness centers staffed with nurses and doctors (depending on location)
• Free and confidential counseling support through our Healthy Minds program
• Career development and training opportunities

American Express is an equal opportunity employer and makes employment decisions without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran status, disability status, age, or any other status protected by law.Offer of employment with American Express is conditioned upon the successful completion of a background verification check, subject to applicable laws and regulations.

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