Fire Safety Manager at Georgia State University

Atlanta, Georgia, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

19 Aug, 26

Salary

75700.0

Posted On

21 May, 26

Experience

5 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Fire Safety Management, Code Compliance, Fire Inspection, Emergency Management, Project Management, Supervisory Skills, Construction Document Interpretation, Microsoft Office, Evacuation Planning, Fire Scene Investigation

Industry

Higher Education

Description

Fire Safety Manager Office of Emergency Management Georgia State University Police Department Salary: Competitive salary of $60,600 - $75,700 with great benefits! Schedule: Monday - Friday | 8:30 am - 5:15 pm **Shift subject to change** At the Georgia State University Police Department, we approach our work with passion to be excellent, and to focus on the safety to our campuses and university community by providing safety services through professional community-oriented policing. The Georgia State University Police Department provides law enforcement, security, and safety services to the university community and the immediate surrounding areas, ensuring a safe environment for our students, faculty, staff, and neighbors. Georgia State boasts one of the largest university police forces in the state, with 160 officers across all six Atlanta metro campuses. The Department is accredited and certified by the following organizations: Commission on Accreditation for Law Enforcement Agencies, Inc. (CALEA), the International Association of Campus Law Enforcement (IACLEA), and the State of Georgia Law Enforcement Certification Program. Are you ready to join us? Are you seeking an opportunity with purpose and direction? If you are, we have the perfect opportunity for you! We hire people from a wide variety of educational, career, and personal backgrounds, not just because it is the right thing to do, but because it makes us a stronger team. The Georgia State University Police Department is seeking a Fire Safety Manager to join the already awesome team in keeping the Police Department at the level of excellence that it has strived to become and sustain. WHAT MAKES Police Department A GREAT PLACE? Generous benefits, including health, dental, vision, tuition assistance, retirement, etc. Professional development opportunities and mentorship. A knowledge-sharing organization that works collaboratively with diverse partners. A rapidly growing center within an academic setting HERE IS WHAT YOU WILL DO This position serves within the Office of Emergency Management to provide assistance in making sure that all University buildings are fire code compliant. Assignments will generally fall into one of the following groupings, although overlapping of duties may occur as needed: Manages the Fire Safety operations within the Office of Emergency Management. Maintains and reviews the University's fire alarm and suppression systems reports for code compliance. Reviews building plans and performs walks through in specified facilities prior to events to ensure that there are no fire/ life safety hazards present. Coordinates and directs the activities of two Fire Alarm Technicians and the Fire Safety Officer. Conducts fire inspections/ assessments. Assures the development and implementation of building evacuation plans for all University buildings, with special emphasis on buildings with mobility-impaired individuals or persons with disabilities, or University buildings with high occupancy rates. Schedules and manages fire drills for all campus buildings according to the fire code. Assists with conducting fire scene investigations; issues Hot Work Permits; assists with fire safety training classes. Monitors the Georgia State University (GSU) radio communications for updated incident information. Performs other fire safety and emergency management tasks that are assigned by the Director of Emergency Management. Performs other duties as assigned. Anticipated Hiring Range: $60,600 - $75,700. Salary offers will be determined based on the candidate’s qualifications in relation to the Minimum Hiring Standards. Candidates earlier in their careers are typically offered salaries closer to the minimum of the hiring range, while those with more advanced or relevant experience may be considered for compensation at or above the hiring range. Minimum Requirements: Bachelor's degree Fire Science, Occupational Health or related field and five years safety and prevention experience; or a combination of education and experience. Preferred Hiring Qualifications: Knowledge of fire safety technology, the governing laws, and regulations in the fire safety industry. Knowledge of the Georgia Fire Code and regulations and fire safety practices. Knowledge of computer operations, such as Microsoft Office. Supervisory skills in Fire Safety Project Management. Excellent oral and written communication skills. Ability to read and interpret construction documents.

Responsibilities

Manages fire safety operations and ensures all university buildings are compliant with fire codes. Coordinates fire alarm technicians and develops building evacuation plans and fire drill schedules.