Fire and Life Safety Professional

Respond to Fire, EMS, and select Hazardous Materials related incidents, conduct building inspections, perform testing procedures per NFPA/University guidelines for ongoing life safety system preventative maintenance, manage assigned programs, write reports on activities, identify fire/life safety issues and provide root cause analysis for corrective action. Provide consultations to community members as needed. Conduct public education to reduce potential fires upon request or assignment.

The primary purpose of this position is to manage fire and life programs associated with fire suppression equipment and systems. This position will work with University officials, the State Construction Office, OSFM, Architects, Engineers and others on all aspects of migrating corrective actions in existing buildings. This position will respond to medical incidents on University property and provide care as needed at the N.C. EMT-B level.

This position will respond to fire related incidents and hazardous materials incidents when dispatched. This position will also serve in an on-call rotation for the fire and life safety team. This position will assist in the management and inspections of the University facilities as well as special events. This position will be required to work special events as needed.

Be willing to work assignments as necessary including athletics events and special assignments. Work with Housing staff and committees as deemed appropriate to ensure Housing units are properly inspected, students are properly educated in life safety procedures that are defined by the US Department of Education and/or Directors of University Housing and Greek Life. This position requires the employee to wear a department furnished uniform according to policy.

Other duties/responsibilities as deemed appropriate by the University Fire & Life Safety Manager..

Bachelor'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, certifications, or licensure. All degrees must be received from appropriately accredited institutions.

Please include as attachments a resume/CV and cover letter.

If no applicants apply who meet the required competency level and training & experience requirements, then management may consider other applicants. Salary would be determined based on competencies, equity, budget, and market considerations.

NC State University is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, gender identity, age, sexual orientation, genetic information, status as an individual with a disability, or status as a protected veteran. Individuals with disabilities requiring disability-related accommodations in the application and interview process are welcome to contact 919-515-3148 to speak with a representative at the Office of Equal Opportunity.

If you have general questions about the application process, you may contact Human Resources at (919) 515-2135 or workatncstate@ncsu.edu.

Final candidates are subject to criminal & sex offender background checks. Some vacancies also require credit or motor vehicle checks. Degree(s) must be obtained prior to start date in order to meet qualifications and receive credit.

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