Fire Marshal

Posting Summary

Classification Title
Fire Safety Officer IV

Classification Code
JC85

Pay Grade
7

Subject to Drug/Alcohol Testing Guidelines
No

Subject to Credit Check
No

Internal Title
Fire Marshal

Department
Environmental Health & Safety

Position Type
PCLS - Slotted Classified

Full or Part Time
Full-Time

Basis
12 mo.

Hours per week
37.5 hours per week

Normal Work Schedule
M-TH 8:00am-5:00pm and F 8:00am-12:30pm

Job Details

Coastal Carolina University is currently accepting applications for the following position: Fire Marshal in Environmental Health & Safety.

The Fire Marshal leads the Fire Safety Division within the Environmental Health and Safety Department, providing strategic direction and collaborative leadership supporting the University’s fire safety compliance. This role is responsible for developing and implementing programs that reduce the risk and impact of fire-related incidents, coordinating administrative measures to minimize operational disruptions, and ensuring adherence to all applicable codes, laws, regulations, standards, and best practices.

How to Apply: Interested candidates may apply online at https://jobs.coastal.edu/postings/120816. Applicants must submit a cover letter, resume and list of three (3) professional references. Review of applications will begin immediately and continue until position is filled.

Required: Bachelor’s degree and ten (10) years or more of full-time, professional, supervisory experience as a fire marshal, fire inspector, or in fire prevention or fire service roles. Equivalent education, training and experience may be considered. Must also have professional fire code enforcement experience. Must possess and maintain a current SC driver’s license, ICC Fire Inspector 1 (must obtain the SC Fire Marshal Certification within one year of employment), basic first aid, AED, and CPR certifications.

Preferred: Experience in developing fire prevention curriculum and training programs. Demonstrated success in planning and managing large-scale special events. Proven ability to collaborate effectively with public safety agencies and institutions of higher education. Familiarity with or experience using fire safety and prevention management software.

Duties include, but are not limited to:

• Fire Code Enforcement & Compliance
• Technical Expertise & Plan Review
• Fire Prevention & Risk Reduction
• Fire-related Incident Response & Event Planning and Management of Fire/ EMS Resources
• Emergency Coordination
• Leadership, Reporting & Strategic Management

Fire Safety Officer IV (JC85/6112232/ FTE -S01115P), full-time position with benefits. SC State Pay Band: 07. Salary range: $57,334.00 (minimum) – $81,707.00 (midpoint). Normal work hours are Monday through Thursday, 8:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m., and Friday 8:00 a.m. – 12:30 p.m. The Fire Marshal works irregular hours and is on-call for fire-related incidents. Responds to fire alarm activations and fire-related incidents as the lead Fire Safety representative with authorities having jurisdiction. Serves as the primary representative for Emergency Support Function-4 and reports to the CCU Emergency Operations Center when activated. Works high-impact events on campus, coordinating external fire departments and contracted emergency medical services for first aid and transport. Works indoors and outdoors in hot and humid conditions.

Required Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree and ten (10) years or more of full-time, professional, supervisory experience as a fire marshal, fire inspector, or in fire prevention or fire service roles. Equivalent education, training and experience may be considered. Must also have professional fire code enforcement experience. Must possess and maintain a current SC driver’s license, ICC Fire Inspector 1 (must obtain the SC Fire Marshal Certification within one year of employment), basic first aid, AED, and CPR certifications.

Preferred Qualifications
Experience in developing fire prevention curriculum and training programs. Demonstrated success in planning and managing large-scale special events. Proven ability to collaborate effectively with public safety agencies and institutions of higher education. Familiarity with or experience using fire safety and prevention management software.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities
Comprehensive knowledge of national, state and local fire codes, fire alarms, and sprinkler systems. Must possess the ability to develop policies and procedures for the administration of the fire safety division, and maintain accurate records; managing and train employees and students. Proven written, verbal and interpersonal communications skills, including the ability to communicate successfully with diverse constituencies. Must have good organizational skills and the ability to analyze facts and make sound decisions and use good judgement. Proficient in the Microsoft Office Suite.