Fire Protection Program Manager 2

Fire Protection Program Manager

The Maintenance and Site Services Central Execution group (MSS-CE) is a customer-based group whose mission is to provide the Laboratory with qualified workers and subject matter experts who can support, maintain, repair, and replace specialty equipment and work on specialty programs in a safe, efficient manner. As a Fire Protection Program Manager, you will play a vital role in safeguarding the Laboratory's mission by ensuring the reliability and compliance of fire protection systems across key facilities. Reporting directly to the Maintenance and Site Services Central Execution Maintenance Manager, you will provide technical leadership and field-based oversight to ensure safe, effective, and code-compliant operations. Your daily presence in the field-working closely with craft professionals, superintendents, and work execution managers-will be essential to driving excellence in fire protection performance. You will author and maintain preventative maintenance instructions that are practical, compliant, and effective for field execution, while also supporting workforce qualification and training initiatives. In this role, you will actively participate in preventive and corrective maintenance efforts, as well as new project development related to fire protection systems. Additionally, you will creatively develop and present performance metrics that communicate program health, efficiency, and continuous improvement opportunities to management. This is an opportunity to make a lasting impact by helping ensure the safety, readiness, and operational integrity of one of the nation's most critical scientific institutions.

What You Need

Minimum Job Requirements :

Fire Protection Systems Expertise : Demonstrated knowledge and experience leading maintenance activities for fire protection systems, with a thorough understanding of applicable codes and standards including NFPA 13, NFPA 72, and Life Safety requirements.

Technical & Code Compliance Skills : Proven ability to interpret and apply project plans, sprinkler system designs, and schematics to ensure full compliance with relevant fire protection and building codes.

Technical Proficiency : Working knowledge of the technical discipline relevant to the assigned area of focus, with the ability to interpret technical data and apply engineering or maintenance principles effectively in real-world applications.

Customer & Stakeholder Engagement : Demonstrated experience developing and maintaining effective relationships with internal customers, coordinating across diverse functional areas such as operations, maintenance, and safety to achieve common goals.

Team Leadership & Collaboration : Strong ability to plan, organize, lead, and monitor multidisciplinary teams to successful project completion, fostering a culture of accountability, safety, and teamwork.

Interpersonal & Communication Skills : Excellent oral and written communication skills with the ability to build trust, gain consensus, deliver clear technical information, and resolve conflicts constructively.

Education / Experience : Position requires a bachelor's degree in a related field from an accredited institution and 5 years of directly related experience; or an equivalent combination of education and experience directly related to the occupation.

Training / Certifications : NICET Certifications desired.

Desired Qualifications :

Working knowledge of P-950 and AP-Work documents related to the planning and execution of maintenance activities.

Working knowledge of testing, maintenance, and inspection procedures for fire protection systems.

Experience with general troubleshooting of fire protection systems and components.

Demonstrated ability to write and maintain preventative maintenance instructions that are practical, compliant, and field-ready.

Willingness to maintain a strong field presence, actively engaging with craft, superintendents, and customers to ensure high-quality maintenance delivery.

Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, Project, and Teams, with the ability to effectively manage project documentation and communication.

Demonstrated ability to leverage Artificial Intelligence (AI) tools to enhance decision-making, efficiency, and problem-solving.

Strong initiative and commitment to professional growth, with a desire to pursue ongoing technical training and continuous learning opportunities.

Work Location : The work location for this position is onsite and located in Los Alamos, NM. All work locations are at the discretion of management.

Work Schedule : This job is flexible to the approved LANL work schedules. Some after-hour work or weekend support may be needed to complete projects.

Position Commitment : Regular appointment employees are required to serve a period of continuous service in their current position in order to be eligible to apply for posted jobs throughout the Laboratory. If an employee has not served the time required, they may only apply for Laboratory jobs with the documented approval of their Division Leader. The position commitment for this position is 1 year.

Note to Applicants : Please submit a detailed resume, along with a cover letter addressing how you meet the minimum requirements and any desired qualifications.

Where You Will Work : Located in beautiful northern New Mexico, Los Alamos National Laboratory (LANL) is a multidisciplinary research institution engaged in strategic science on behalf of national security. Our generous benefits package includes :

PPO or High Deductible medical insurance with the same large nationwide network

Dental and vision insurance

Free basic life and disability insurance

Paid childbirth and parental leave

Award-winning 401(k) (6% matching plus 3.5% annually)

Learning opportunities and tuition assistance

Flexible schedules and time off (PTO and holidays)

Onsite gyms and wellness programs

Extensive relocation packages (outside a 50 mile radius)

Additional Details :

Directive 206.2 - Employment with Triad requires a favorable decision by NNSA indicating employee is suitable under NNSA Supplemental Directive 206.2 (https : / / directives.nnsa.doe.gov / supplemental-directive / sd-0206-0002). Please note that this requirement applies only to citizens of the United States. Foreign nationals are subject to a similar requirement under DOE Order 142.3A.

Clearance : Q (Position will be cleared to this level). Selected applicants will be subject to a background investigation conducted by or on behalf of the Federal Government, and must meet eligibility requirements

• for access to classified matter. This position requires a Q clearance. and obtaining such clearance requires US Citizenship except in extremely rare circumstances. Dependent upon the position, additional authorization to access classified information may be required, which may or may not be available to dual citizens. Receipt of a Q clearance and additional access authorization ultimately is a decision of the Federal Government and not of Triad.
• Eligibility requirements : To obtain a clearance, an individual must be at least 18 years of age; U.S. citizenship is required except in very limited circumstances. See DOE Order 472.2 (https : / / www.directives.doe.gov / directives-documents / 400-series / 0472.2-BOrder-chg1-pgchg) for additional information.

New-Employment Drug Test : The Laboratory requires successful applicants to complete a new-employment drug test and maintains a substance abuse policy that includes random drug testing. Although New Mexico and other states have legalized the use of marijuana, use and possession of marijuana remain illegal under federal law. A positive drug test for marijuana will result in termination of employment, even if the use was pre-offer.

Regular Position : Term status Laboratory employees applying for regular-status positions are converted to regular status.

Internal Applicants : Regular appointment employees who have served the required period of continuous service in their current position are eligible to apply for posted jobs throughout the Laboratory. If an employee has not served the required period of continuous service, they may only apply for Laboratory jobs with the documented approval of their Division Leader. Please refer to Policy P701 (https : / / int.lanl.gov / policy / documents / P701.pdf) for applicant eligibility requirements.

Equal Opportunity : Los Alamos National Laboratory is an equal opportunity employer. All employment practices are based on qualification and merit, without regard to protected categories such as race, color, national origin, ancestry, religion, age, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, marital status or spousal affiliation, physical or mental disability, medical conditions, pregnancy, status as a protected veteran, genetic information, or citizenship within the limits imposed by federal, state, and local laws and regulations. The Laboratory is also committed to making our workplace accessible to individuals with disabilities and will provide reasonable accommodations, upon request, for individuals to participate in the application and hiring process. To request such an accommodation, please send an email to applyhelp@lanl.gov or call (505)-664-6947 opt. 3.