Fire and Life Safety Manager/Fire Marshal

Company: North Carolina State University

Job Location: Raleigh, North Carolina

Category: Occupational and Environmental Safety

Type: Full-Time

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Essential Job Duties:

Exciting Career Opportunity: Fire and Life Safety Program Manager

Are you passionate about fire and life safety, emergency preparedness, and making a real impact in a vibrant university community? We are looking for a dynamic and dedicated Fire and Life Safety Program Manager to lead the charge in ensuring the safety and well-being of our campus! In this crucial role, you'll oversee a range of fire and life safety programs, drive compliance, and collaborate with campus stakeholders to protect life, property, and the community.

Why Join Us? As the Program Manager for the Fire and Life Safety section, you'll be a key player in shaping the future of fire safety at the university. You'll manage a talented team, lead critical initiatives, and apply industry best practices to deliver outstanding fire safety and emergency response services. Your leadership will directly contribute to the protection of our faculty, staff, students, and visitors.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead and Innovate: Oversee and enhance fire and life safety programs, ensuring full compliance with regulations and maintaining the highest standards of safety across campus.
• Authority and Expertise: Serve as the Authority Having Jurisdiction (AHJ) for fire and life safety, guiding and influencing policy and practice.
• Emergency Response Leadership: Manage emergency scenes using the Incident Command System (ICS), demonstrating expertise in both emergency and non-emergency situations.
• Program Development: Champion the development of cutting-edge fire and life safety educational programs and training, continuously seeking new opportunities to improve.
• Continuous Improvement: Analyze incident reports, trends, and inspection findings to identify areas for improvement and drive excellence in safety practices.
• Comprehensive Oversight: Ensure all inspections, safety drills, and emergency response protocols are carried out effectively across the entire campus.
• Regulatory Excellence: Lead inspections and audits to meet state and national standards, preparing for and responding to regulatory agency evaluations.
• Financial and Team Leadership: Oversee budget management, guide staff development, and ensure performance management standards are met.

What We're Looking For:

• A passionate leader with expertise in fire and life safety, emergency medical response, and safety regulations.
• A proactive problem-solver who thrives in high-pressure situations and makes impactful decisions on the fly.
• A skilled communicator who can build relationships with campus partners and staff to drive program success and foster a culture of safety.
• A forward-thinking professional eager to stay ahead of industry trends and innovate safety practices for a growing campus community.

Perks of the Position:

• The opportunity to make a tangible difference in the safety of a vibrant, varied university community.
• A supportive and collaborative team environment where your expertise is valued and respected.
• A chance to shape the future of fire and life safety programming and ensure the highest levels of safety for all.

Are you ready to take on this exciting challenge and help us create a safe, prepared, and resilient campus community? Apply today to become our next Fire and Life Safety Program Manager!

Other Work/Responsibilities:

Additional duties may be assigned in line with business needs.

Minimum Experience/Education:

Bachelor's degree and two years of related experience; or Master's Degree in a Physical Science, Biological Science, Environmental Science/Engineering, Occupational Safety, Industrial Technology or related discipline; or an equivalent combination of training and experience. Some positions may require additional training or licensure. All degrees must be received from appropriately accredited institutions.

Required Qualifications:

• Ability to communicate openly and effectively through interpersonal interaction and written communication to ensure message is understood by the recipient.
• Ability to develop a plan for fire/life safety programs that fit the need of the campus community.
• Ability to develop a good working relationship with building liaison's through interaction and involving the liaisons with the plan development.
• Ability to effectively work with partners that are not actual University employees but work closely with the University in an effort to share critical fire/life safety information that effects them as well.

Preferred Qualifications:

N/A

Required License or Certification:

• N.C. EMT-B (or obtain within 6 months), HazMat Ops/Ops plus.
• Valid NC Driver's License.