The National Fire Protection Association’s mission is to help save lives and reduce loss with information, knowledge, and passion. Established in 1896, we are dedicated to the elimination of death, injury, and property and economic loss due to fire, electrical, and related hazards. The Association delivers information and knowledge through more than 300 consensus codes and standards, research, training, education, outreach and advocacy; and by partnering with others who share an interest in furthering the NFPA mission.  

To better meet the needs of those who rely on our information and knowledge to keep people and property safe, we are amidst a transformation to expand our influence and further our safety mission. We are becoming increasingly digital and global to grow, thrive, and save more lives from fire, electrical, and other hazards. To accomplish this, we need effective leaders at all levels of the Association who understand what we are striving for, why it is important, and how to execute our vision and who passionately want to see NFPA through this important stage. It is an exciting and empowering time to work at NFPA.  

NFPA is looking to add a Fire Data Coordinator to the Research team! This role contributes to NFPA’s Mission, Vision, and Strategic initiatives by collecting, maintaining, and modernizing data critical to NFPA Research. This includes identifying and validating fire incident data, maintaining and improving database systems, and development more efficient processes for collecting, managing, and reporting data. The position will play a key role in advancing Research’s modernization efforts by improving workflows, and helping develop scalable methods for acquiring, maintaining, and utilizing fire incident data. 

• Conduct independent research and utilize advanced search tools and methodologies to identify and validate fire incident data nationwide.
• Maintain and oversee data integrity 
• Support NFPA Research initiatives, including converting manual or legacy processes into more efficient digital workflows and systems.
• Communicate with fire departments, emergency response agencies, and other stakeholders to obtain, verify, and maintain accurate incident and survey data. 
• Coordinate survey processes, including survey design support, distribution tracking, response management, quality control, and stakeholder communication.
• Create and maintain tables, charts, dashboards, and data visualizations to support reporting and research initiatives.
• Pull complex datasets using SQL
• Collaborate with analysts and research staff on special projects, reporting requests, and operational initiatives

• Ability to validate and maintain accurate data with strong attention to detail.
• Bachelor's degree preferred but not required
• 2- 3 years of work experience with data management/entry and relational database experience
• Ability to consult with stakeholders throughout the country to obtain and verify information.
• Ability to perform basic to intermediate SQL queries
• Ability and willingness to learn current tech and data standards
• Proficiency in Excel, Word and Power BI
• Strong organizational, time management, and problem-solving skills.
• Strong written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills.
• Working knowledge of relational databases, normalization, designing schemas
• Fire service background a plus but not required

National Fire Protection Association provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetic information, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. 

Salary ranges at NFPA are set by role and level, based on current competitive market data. Final compensation is determined by a combination of factors, including the specific skills, relevant experience, education, and training you bring to the role, as well as internal equity and business needs. For candidates whose qualifications align well with the role’s requirements and expectations, offers are often made toward the minimum of the posted range. Exceptional qualifications or unique circumstances may result in placement higher in the range. NFPA is committed to fair, competitive pay and offers a strong total rewards package, including comprehensive benefits. Min $51,921.00 - Max $85,587.00