***This position is ONLY open to candidates serving permanently in the civil service Project Manager Intern title or who appear on the civil service list for Exam #5114 and are reachable. Kindly include the exam number and your list number at the top of your resume *** The Fire Department of the City of New York (FDNY) is the largest Fire Department in the United States and universally is recognized as the world's busiest and most highly skilled emergency response agency. The Department's main goal is to provide fire protection, emergency medical care, and other critical public safety services to residents and visitors in the five boroughs.
FDNY members are sworn to serve and protect life and property and the Department works to continually educate the public in fire, life safety and disaster preparedness, along with enforcing public safety codes. Since its inception in 1865, FDNY has helped lead efforts to make New York the safest big city in the nation. This accomplishment requires a steadfast and daily commitment to maintaining the Department's core values.
The Bureau of Fire Prevention cultivates a safer city for its citizens, visitors and first responders by preventing loss of life and property damage from fire and other emergencies. We accomplish this 24/7 by identifying fire and life safety hazards; creating, revising, and enforcing the New York City Fire Code; reviewing plans for critical systems designed to protect and alert building occupants; licensing qualified companies to install and service fire protection equipment and systems; certifying individuals to monitor fire safety conditions; and educating individuals and businesses about fire safety. In addition, the Bureau of Fire Prevention is critical partner with the Bureau of Fire Operations (Firefighters) and Bureau of Fire Investigations (Fire Marshals), providing assistance and guidance during post-fire incidents and investigations; and coordinating with other City agencies on matters concerning fire and life safety. The Bureau consists of Fire Protection Inspectors, lawyers, engineers, explosives experts, and Fire Officers work together to save lives in New York City.
The Fire Department of New York (FDNY) seeks a full-time Project Manager Intern in the Bureau of Fire Prevention/Emergency Planning and Preparedness Unit, reporting directly to the Officer-in-Charge. The successful candidate will review plan submissions, including but not limited to Fire Safety Plans, Fire Protection Plans, Comprehensive Emergency Action Plans, and related documents, to ensure completeness and compliance with applicable requirements. The candidate will also assist with maintaining records and tracking the status of submitted plans. Perform other related duties as assigned.
Attention to detail and strong organizational skills. Basic knowledge of construction documents or plan review. Ability to manage deadlines and multiple tasks. Proficiency in Microsoft Office.
New York City residency is generally required within 90 days of appointment. However, City Employees in certain titles who have worked for the City for 2 continuous years may also be eligible to reside in Nassau, Suffolk, Putnam, Westchester, Rockland, or Orange County. To determine if the residency requirement applies to you, please discuss with the agency representative at the time of interview.