Job Description - Unclassified
Developed for Equal Opportunity
Fire Prevention and Safety Manager
Class Code | Pay Grade | Position Group | FLSA | Status | Date Issued | Date Revised |
UAC54 | 06-BF | 1E | Exempt | Unclassified | 01/01/1900 | 10/04/2023 |
BASIC FUNCTION:
To manage fire prevention and safety programs for the University and its regional campuses. Reports to Director, Environmental Health and Safety.
EXAMPLES OF DUTIES/ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:
Duties/essential functions may include, but not be limited to, the following: Oversee the development and implementation of assigned fire and life safety programs.
Supervise Fire Safety Services staff to including: making hiring and disciplinary recommendations and conducting training and performance evaluations.
Conduct fire and life safety inspections of University facilities; identify safety hazards; recommend and oversee corrective action.
Develop and implement health and safety procedures for University buildings; ensure compliance with codes, policies, and standards (e.g. Ohio Fire Code, OSHA, etc.).
Work with municipal fire departments to ensure proper fire safety protocols are met and adequate information is provided for emergency response procedures
Review plans for new and renovated building projects; test, review, modify, and approve new life safety systems.
Oversee and monitor fire and life safety programs (i.e. education programs, fire drills); educate departments and administrators on safety requirements and standards.
Monitor and maintain safety equipment (e.g. stand pipe, fire pumps, hydrants, sprinkler systems, etc.).
Develop and maintain reports on fire safety compliance and activities.
Perform technical investigations and evaluations; recommend corrective action to prevent future hazards.
Perform related duties as assigned.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
Bachelor's degree in a relevant field and three years fire safety and prevention experience.
Or
Associate’s degree in a relevant field; five years fire safety and prevention experience.
Or
A combination of education and experience equivalent to seven years fire safety and prevention experience.
License/Certification:
Certification as Fire Safety Inspector I.
Preferred Qualifications:
Bachelor's degree preferred.
Knowledge Of:
Local, state, and federal laws and regulations related to fire and life safety
Personal computer applications
Skill In:
Interpersonal communication
Ability To:
Read and understand blueprints
Manage people and projects
Assessments:
Asterisk (*) indicates knowledge, skills, abilities which may require assessments. Assessments could take the form of interview questions, a request to provide work samples or a written or practical test to assess job related competencies.Working Conditions/Physical Requirements:
Light work-Exerting up to 20 pounds of force occasionally, and/or up to 10 pounds of force frequently to move objects. Incumbent must be able to communicate with others. Incumbent may be required to travel from building to building frequently and off campus occasionally.
Value Statement
Kent State University is committed to the creation and nurturing of a diverse community of individuals through inclusive excellence. Diversity involves recognizing the value of differences and the inclusion of all members of the community. This is a core value of the organization as we strive for a culturally diverse student body, faculty and staff that reflect the multicultural nature of Ohio, the nation, and our world.The intent of this description is to illustrate the types of duties and responsibilities that will be required of positions given this title and should not be interpreted to describe all the specific duties and responsibilities that may be required in any particular position. Kent State University reserves the right to revise or change job duties, job hours, and responsibilities.