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How much do life safety director jobs pay per year?

As of Aug 12, 2026, the average yearly pay for life safety director in the United States is $119,595.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $93,500.00 and $140,500.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Life Safety Director vs Security Supervisor?

AspectLife Safety DirectorSecurity Supervisor
CredentialsFire safety certifications, CPR, first aidSecurity licenses, training in surveillance and access control
Work EnvironmentBuildings requiring fire safety oversight, emergency preparednessSecurity patrols, access control, incident response
Employer & IndustryHospitals, commercial buildings, hotelsCorporate offices, retail, industrial sites

The Life Safety Director primarily focuses on fire safety, emergency procedures, and building safety compliance, often requiring specific safety certifications. Security Supervisors oversee security operations, including patrols and access control. While both roles ensure safety, the Life Safety Director emphasizes fire and emergency preparedness, whereas the Security Supervisor concentrates on physical security and incident response.

What does a life safety director do?

A Life Safety Director is responsible for ensuring the safety and security of occupants in large buildings, such as office towers, hotels, and residential complexes. Their main duties include developing and implementing emergency preparedness plans, conducting fire and evacuation drills, training staff on emergency procedures, and ensuring compliance with local fire and safety regulations. They also coordinate with fire departments and other emergency services during incidents to manage evacuations and respond to emergencies effectively. Life Safety Directors play a crucial role in minimizing risks and protecting lives during emergencies.

What skills and qualifications are needed to be a life safety director?

To thrive as a Life Safety Director, you need comprehensive knowledge of fire safety codes, emergency management, and typically a background in safety, security, or facilities management, often supported by relevant certifications such as CFPS or OSHA. Familiarity with fire alarm systems, emergency communication tools, and incident reporting software is essential. Strong leadership, decision-making, and effective communication skills are vital for coordinating response teams and training staff. These skills ensure compliance with regulations, protect lives and property, and enable efficient emergency response in critical situations.

How does a life safety director collaborate with building management and emergency responders during incidents?

A Life Safety Director plays a crucial role in coordinating between building management and emergency responders during incidents. They are responsible for ensuring that emergency protocols are followed, facilitating communication, and providing critical building information to first responders. This collaboration often involves leading evacuation procedures, conducting regular drills, and maintaining up-to-date emergency plans. By serving as the main point of contact, the Life Safety Director helps ensure a swift and organized response, minimizing risk to occupants and property.
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Infographic showing various Life Safety Director job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 79% Full Time, 16% Part Time, and 4% Contract. Highlights an 94% Physical, 2% Hybrid, and 4% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $119,595 per year, or $57.5 per hour.

Fire Life Safety Director - Corporate Tower

Allied Universal

Manhattan, NY • On-site

$30/hr

Full-time

Re-posted 18 days ago

Allied Universal rating

5.6

Company rating: 5.6 out of 10

Based on 2,556 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

77th of 116 rated security

Job description

Overview
Company Overview:
Allied Universal®, North America's leading security and facility services company, offers rewarding careers that provide you a sense of purpose. While working in a dynamic, welcoming, and collaborative workplace, you will be part of a team that contributes to a culture that positively impacts the communities and customers we serve.
Job Description
Allied Universal is currently looking to hire a Fire Life Safety Director.
  • Position Is: Full Time
  • Workdays Available: Wednesday through Sunday
  • Work Shift Available: Afternoon and Evening (3PM - 11PM)
  • Pay Rate: $30 / hour

The primary mission of the Fire Life Safety Director is to protect life and property through the implementation of the building's fire safety plan including the management of the Fire Command Station and the supervision of the fire brigade, floor wardens, and deputy floor wardens and building evacuation supervisors.
The successful Fire Life Safety Director candidate is required to act as a liaison to the NYC Fire Department during emergencies.
Expected skills and competencies necessary to perform duties include, but are not limited to:
  • Ensure that all life safety systems and related equipment are fully functional.
  • Ensure that all floors have fire safety teams including Fire Wardens, Deputy Fire Wardens, and Building Evacuation Team members.
  • Conduct fire alarm drills and maintain a written log of critiques to identify potential or actual weaknesses in response time or life safety systems and related equipment.
  • Providing clear direction, information and assistance to client visitors, guests, vendors and employees in a professional, pleasant and courteous fashion on a regular basis and during emergency situations.
  • Assist the building security staff in the visual inspection of all visitor, vendor and employee access badges/identification cards to verify that the authorized holder is the individual presenting the badge/id card to prevent unauthorized access to the property.
  • Maintain surveillance and reporting of any suspicious persons and/or packages.
  • Perform CPR/AED and basic first aid if required.

Physical and Mental Functions:
  • Stand or walk constantly (for up to an entire shift) on various surfaces (tile, concrete, carpet)
  • Climb stairs, ramps, or ladders occasionally during shift
  • Occasionally bend/twist at waist/knees/neck to perform various duties
  • Occasionally lift or carry up to 40 pounds
  • Run as needed
  • Constant use of both hands and arms in reaching/handling/grasping/fingering while using phone, notepad, writing reports, and other administrative tasks
  • Constant use of eyes (correctable vision to normal level required) to observe, read, interact with public and co-workers, view security monitors; includes hand/eye coordination
  • Work in various environments including adverse outdoor conditions such as cold, rain or heat;
  • Constant mental alertness and attention to detail required while setting priorities and following up on assignments

Qualifications/Requirements:
Qualified applicants for the Fire Life Safety Director position will meet the minimum requirements, as described below:
  • High school diploma or equivalent required
  • At least 21 years of age
  • Must possess a valid F89 Fire Life Safety Director license
  • Must possess effective written and oral communication and interpersonal skills with ability to deal with all levels of personnel and the general public in a professional and effective manner; must be able to use initiative and independent judgment within established guidelines
  • Must be able to frequently prepare written reports and logs in neat, legible handwriting; may require computer skills
  • Must be able to read and understand all operating procedures and instructions
  • Licensing requirements are subject to state and/or local laws and regulations and may be required prior to employment.
  • As a condition of employment, employee must successfully complete a background investigation and a post-offer/pre-employment drug/alcohol test
  • As a condition of continued employment, employee must maintain current active status of all required License at all times, and must carry the license at all times while on duty
  • Must display exceptional customer service and communication skills
  • Remain flexible to ever changing environments; adapt well to different situations
  • Intermediate computer skills to utilize innovative, wireless technology at client specific sites
  • Ability to maintain satisfactory attendance and punctuality standard;
  • Neat and professional appearance
  • Ability to provide quality customer service
  • Ability to handle both common and crisis situations at the client site, calmly and efficiently
  • Read, understand and clearly speak English; constantly use speech and hearing (correctable to normal level required) in communicating with public/co-workers, giving and receiving instructions, using phones
  • Must be able to handle pressure of working with high volume general public (constantly to occasionally depending on assignment)

Licensed by the New York State Department of State
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Allied Universal® is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race/ethnicity, age, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, genetic information, disability, protected veteran status or relationship/association with a protected veteran, or any other basis or characteristic protected by law. For more information: www.aus.com
If you have difficulty using the online system and require an alternate method to apply or require an accommodation, please contact our local Human Resources department. To find an office near you, please visit: www.aus.com/offices.
Requisition ID
2026-1642453

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Allied Universal® is a leading security and facility services company. We provide proactive security services and cutting-edge smart technology to deliver evolving, tailored solutions that allow our clients to focus on their core business. Our excellence starts with our local leadership and local presence. Operating in more than 90 countries, our global workforce of approximately 800,000 people. Employees help to deliver our promise globally and locally: keeping people safe so our customers and communities can thrive. As we build the world's best services company, we continue to expand our footprint and infrastructure on a global and local level. In North America, we operate our business under the existing Allied Universal brand, and our international business operates under the G4S brand.

Industry

Investigation and physical security services, chemical manufacturing and real estate

Company size

10,000+ Employees

Headquarters location

Santa Ana, CA, US

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