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NFPA looks to hire a Compensation/HR Analyst in Quincy, MA

Do you want to make a difference? We have an ideal opportunity for a Compensation/HR Analyst to work out of our Quincy, MA headquarters. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in data analysis, reporting, development of plans and programs that link to business objectives and be able to drive performance and results. He or she must be accurate, organized, and detail oriented, with the ability to function in a fast paced environment. 

Principal responsibilities and requirements for this position can be found on our Careers webpage. If you think you are a fit, please apply today! 

For a complete list of our current job openings here at NFPA, please take a look at our Careers site. 

NFPA is hiring a Compensation and HR Analyst in Quincy, MA

Do you want to make a difference? We have an ideal opportunity for a Compensation/HR Analyst to work in our Quincy, MA headquarters! The ideal candidate would have a strong background in data analysis, reporting, development of plans and programs that link to business objectives and in driving performance and results. They would also be accurate, organized, and detail oriented, with the ability to function in a fast paced environment .

For job requirements and responsibilities, and to apply for this position, please visit our careers website. 

NFPA looks to hire an Associate Engineer in Quincy, MA

Do you want to make a difference? We have an ideal opportunity our of the Quincy, MA headquarters for an Associate Engineer that provides technical support to assigned projects. The idea candidate would work under close supervision and within clearly defined guidelines as established by the NFPA Regulations Governing Committee Project. He or she would also serve as a focal point for advisory services and related areas in support of the technical subjects relating to the committee assignments. 

Principal responsibilities for this position include: 

• Technical Committee– Manages basic technical committee activities and projects throughout document development process, serving to provide technical assistance with compliance with the NFPA Standards Development Process.
• Product Development – Collaborates with and assists senior staff with compilation of information and review for product development activities within the area of expertise.
• Technical Services – Provides basic technical services in support of internal and external association activities within their area of expertise to support the adoption and use of the assigned standards; ensures consistency with NFPA positions.
• Cross functional activities – Participates in related association cross functional activities providing technical review and input within area of expertise to meet association goals.
• Special Projects – Manages special projects as assigned.
• Budgetary Criteria – Provides required budgetary information for assigned projects.

 Requirements for this position include a Bachelors degree in chemical or mechanical engineering, the ability to prepare correspondence, data and presentation materials using Microsoft Office and 0 – 3 years experience.

Apply now! 

NFPA is now searching for a project coordinator to join our international operations team

Do you want to make a difference? We have an ideal opportunity for a Project Coordinator to join our International Operations team at NFPA headquarters in Quincy, MA! The candidate will perform department project management activities and provide specialized administrative support requiring thorough knowledge of association policies and procedures. They will also interface with senior management and external constituents. 

Principle responsibilities include; serving as the administrative liaison to the international offices, spearheading regular communication to support program needs, and working in conjunction with the Manager of Global Communications to collect, create and maintain content for NFPA's international sites, among other duties. 

For the full list of responsibilities and job requirements, and to apply, please visit NFPA's careers website. 

NFPA looks to hire an Emergency Services Specialist

Do you want to make a difference? NFPA has an ideal opportunity for an Emergency Services Specialist to provide staff liaison support to technical committees and provide technical support and advisory services on subjects related to the emergency services and emergency management, including fire protection, fire investigation, emergency responders safety and occupations health, emergency medical services, and fire science education.

In addition, the person in this position would participate in research and analysis projects related to fire investigation and fire service occupational health and safety. This position is based at NFPA headquarters in Quincy, MA. 

Principal responsibilities and job requirements can be found on the NFPA careers website. 

Interested? Apply today!

NFPA looks to hire an editorial project manager in Quincy, MA

We have an ideal opportunity for a Project Manager, Editorial to plan, direct and coordinate activities of departmental projects. This person who fulfills this position will manage and direct all phases of the project to ensure that the goals or objectives are accomplished within the prescribed timeframe and budget.

The candidate will work out of NFPA's Quincy, MA headquarters. For a full list of job responsibilities, please visit our Careers web page. 

If you, or someone you know, would be a great fit - apply today! 

Fire Adapted Communities team looks to hire Associate Project Manager

Do you want to make a difference? NFPA has an ideal opportunity for an Associate Project Manager to perform division project management activities related to the Fire Adapted Communities program as assigned by a project manager. Duties include technical support of web content, conducting research, and developing and providing technical training.

The Associate Project Manager will work 30 hours per week out of our Denver, CO office. 

Principal responsibilities include:

1. Research, collect and draft new web content for the FAC website.  Review and update current content as identified.
2. Work with FAC Coalition members to ensure up to date information and links and help identify new technical content.
3. Respond to web site inquiries.
4. Assist with implementing and support of new multimedia features.
5. Research grant and funding information for inclusion in web site section.
6. Assist in development and implementation of pilot communities, technical guidebooks, training programs, and other initiatives as identified in the FAC and Division work plans.

Please review the job requirements and learn how to apply. 

NFPA looks to hire a UX Product Designer

Do you want to make a difference?  We have an ideal opportunity for a UX Product Designer here at NFPA in Quincy, MA. The candidate should understand information architecture, interaction design, visual design, and have a thorough understanding of good design process.

Principal responsibilities include:

• Manage and build relationships with various stakeholders and partners.
• Drive design thinking and be a thought leader in creating good end-to-end experiences.
• Be a user advocate and lead UX discussions with the business partners on topics including visual design, interaction design, information architecture and user research.
• Drive design thinking and champion the UX vision across the organization.
• Facilitate project teams through the design process, gathering actionable feedback and iterating the appropriate level of changes.
• Assess data from multiple sources, synthesize it, and develop strategies for your projects.
• Collaborate with other designers, user researchers, program managers, engineering teams, and business stakeholders to prioritize UX activities throughout the software development life-cycle and deliver high quality experiences in time.
• Understand and incorporate technical, business and user requirements into designs.
• Create innovative and appealing designs in a fast-paced, rapidly changing environment, through sketches, storyboards, user task flows, wireframes, prototypes, and the production of final assets for specific features and projects.
• Manage UX vendors, resources and the overall UX portfolio of work for an organization.

For information on job requirements and how to apply, visit our careers webpage. 

NFPA is now hiring an Associate Fire Protection Engineer

NFPA is currently looking to hire an Associate Fire Protection Engineer. The person in this position will provide technical support to assigned projects. They will work under close supervision and within clearly defined guidelines as established by the NFPA Regulations Governing Committee Projects, as well as serve as a junior technical advisor to the Department projects.

Principle responsibilities include; 

1. Standards Council and Codes and Standards Administration activities– Manages basic technical activities and projects throughout document development process, serving to provide  technical assistance with compliance with the NFPA Standards Development Process.  Assists Division Manager to review agendas, gather missing agenda information and minutes and attend meetings.  Assists to identify and coordinate all technical input from staff for codes and standards related projects.
2. Product Development – Collaborates with and assists senior staff with compilation of information and review for product development activities with respect to issues raised during Council work.
3. Technical Services – Provides basic technical services in support of internal and external association activities within the Standards Administration and Standards Council subject areas  to support consistency and customer service for internal and external customers; ensures consistency with NFPA positions. 
4. Cross functional activities – Participates in related association cross functional activities providing technical review and input within area of expertise to meet association goals.
5. Special Projects – Manages special projects as assigned.
6. Budgetary Criteria – Provides required budgetary information for assigned projects.

This job requires a bachelors degree in engineering; the ability to prepare correspondence, data and presentation materials using Microsoft Office. 0 – 3 years experience.

Interested? Apply today!

NFPA looks to hire senior project manager of product marketing

Do you want to make a difference? We have an ideal opportunity for a Senior Project Manager to independently plan and direct projects within the Association budget and specified deadlines. Identifies project objectives, coordinates resources and oversees team members to deliver project results.

Principal Responsibilities:

1. Develop marketing plan and budget for NFPA’s publications products.
2. Monitor publications revenue budget. Recommend modifications to strategy to reach revenue goals.
3. Manage marketing promotions and new product introductions, to achieve revenue goals.
4. Determine appropriate marketing strategy for products by understanding market dynamics and customer needs
5. Work closely with Database/Circulation Group to develop, manage, monitor, analyze and measure results and promotion effectiveness. Make recommendations to improve promotion response.
6. Manage promotion expense budgets related to the responsibilities assigned above. Attend budget meetings. Identify possible cost savings in applicable areas.
7. Manage and develop monthly reporting for analysis, including summary ‘dashboard’ reports for senior management to monitor product lifecycles and revenues.
8. Participates on cross-functional teams working on fulfillment systems and web commerce systems to ensure that promotions will be successfully implemented.
9. Assignments are received in objective or goal format. Provides general guidance to subordinates based on organizational goals and company policy. Work is reviewed in terms of meeting the division’s objectives and schedules.
10. Establishes operating policies and procedures that affect subordinate department units. Interprets, executes, and recommends modifications to divisional policies.
11. Responsible for all projects assigned to the organizational unit. Acts as an advisor to subordinate supervisors or staff members to meet schedules or resolve technical or operational problems. Develops and administers budgets, schedules, and performance standards.
12. Leads, develops and manages direct reports.

To learn more about the job requirements and information on how to apply, please visit our Careers webpage.