Senior Fire Safety Coordinator

The Senior Fire Safety Coordinator serves as the senior operational and technical coordinator within the Fire Safety Division and is responsible for oversight of multiple fire and life safety programs, evaluation of program effectiveness, management of complex compliance projects, advanced event planning support, fire protection system reviews, investigations, and technical guidance. The position coordinates activities involving multiple departments, analyzes compliance trends, develops program improvements, and serves as the Fire Safety Manager's designee for assigned operational matters. The position does not supervise personnel. All Fire Safety employees report directly to the Fire Safety Manager.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS AND RESPONSIBILITIES

 

Multi-Program Administration and Oversight (25%)

• Administer and evaluate multiple fire and life safety programs including fire extinguisher inspections, fire door inspections, emergency lighting inspections, exit sign inspections, fuel-storage tank inspections, AED inspections, Stop the Bleed programs, emergency eyewash and shower inspections, and fire drill programs.
• Monitor inspection completion rates, corrective action status, backlog reports, compliance trends, and recurring deficiencies.
• Conduct annual reviews of assigned fire safety programs and recommend improvements.
• Analyze historical inspection and incident data to identify compliance risks and operational improvement opportunities.
• Develop program performance metrics and track progress toward established objectives.
• Coordinate implementation of program improvements approved by the Fire Safety Manager.

 

Construction, Renovation, and Project Reviews (20%)

• Review renovation, construction, and facility modification projects for fire and life safety concerns.
• Participate in project meetings involving architects, engineers, Facilities Management personnel, contractors, and project managers.
• Evaluate proposed changes impacting fire protection systems, means of egress, occupancy classification, fire-resistance-rated assemblies, and life safety features.
• Identify deficiencies and communicate fire and life safety requirements to project stakeholders.
• Coordinate follow-up inspections and corrective actions resulting from project reviews.

 

Major Event Planning and Risk Management (15%)

• Lead fire and life safety reviews for Convocation, football games, Scaremare, Commencement, concerts, conferences, and other major campus events.
• Review complex event plans involving high occupant loads, temporary structures, tents, generators, cooking operations, decorative materials, pyrotechnics, and special effects.
• Conduct risk assessments and identify required safety controls.
• Coordinate event planning meetings and communicate fire safety requirements to stakeholders.
• Conduct pre-event and post-event evaluations and prepare recommendations for future improvements.

 

Incident Investigations and Complex Compliance Activities (15%)

• Lead investigations of fires, significant alarm activations, fire protection system failures, and major life safety incidents.
• Collect and analyze documentation, photographs, witness statements, inspection records, and system data.
• Determine apparent contributing factors and develop corrective action recommendations.
• Coordinate resolution of significant compliance issues involving multiple departments.
• Prepare detailed investigation reports and management summaries.

 

Technical Leadership and Procedure Development (10%)

• Develop and revise inspection procedures, work instructions, program guidance documents, forms, and checklists.
• Research code requirements and industry best practices.
• Provide technical assistance regarding fire code and life safety compliance questions.
• Review complex inspection findings and corrective action plans.
• Serve as a technical resource for Fire Safety Division personnel and university departments.

 

Program Analysis, Reporting, and Operational Support (10%)

• Prepare annual program reports, compliance summaries, trend analyses, and performance metric reports.
• Evaluate inspection, training, incident, and event data.
• Recommend operational, procedural, and resource improvements.
• Assist with annual planning initiatives and workload prioritization.
• Coordinate operational activities during the Fire Safety Manager's absence when delegated.

 

Training and Outreach (5%)

• Develop and deliver advanced fire and life safety training programs.
• Serve as a lead instructor for fire extinguisher, CPR, AED, First Aid, and Stop the Bleed training when appropriately certified.
• Coordinate specialized fire safety education efforts.
• Support campus-wide fire prevention and awareness initiatives.

DECISION-MAKING AUTHORITY

• Determines appropriate corrective-action recommendations for assigned compliance issues.
• Determines priority levels for corrective actions and follow-up assessments.
• Recommends program modifications, procedure changes, and operational improvements.
• Conducts independent technical reviews and code research.
• Provides guidance regarding fire and life safety requirements within established authority.
• Recommends interim safeguards and risk-reduction measures.
• Does not hire, terminate, evaluate, discipline, or formally supervise personnel.
• Does not approve budgets, staffing changes, regulatory settlements, code variances, or major operational restrictions without Fire Safety Manager approval.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES

None.

This position does not exercise formal supervisory authority over Fire Safety personnel. The Senior Fire Safety Coordinator may coordinate projects, inspections, investigations, special events, training activities, and program initiatives involving multiple stakeholders and serves as the Fire Safety Manager's designee for assigned operational matters.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Education and Experience

• Bachelor's degree in Fire Science, Fire Protection Technology, Occupational Safety, Emergency Management, Public Administration, Construction Management, or combination of education and experience in a related field.
• Eight (8) years of progressively responsible experience in fire prevention, fire and life safety compliance, code enforcement, fire protection, environmental health and safety, emergency services, or a related field.
• Experience administering multiple compliance programs.
• Experience conducting investigations, assessments, audits, or project reviews.
• Experience coordinating activities involving multiple stakeholders and departments.

Licenses and Certifications

• Valid driver's license with acceptable driving record.
• Fire Inspector II, ICC Fire Inspector II, or equivalent certification required.
• CPR, AED, and First Aid certification required.
• Additional certifications such as Fire Plans Examiner, Certified Fire Protection Specialist (CFPS), Fire Officer, or equivalent preferred.

 

Required Knowledge and Skills

• Advanced knowledge of fire and building codes, life safety regulations, and fire protection systems.
• Ability to evaluate complex compliance issues and develop practical solutions.
• Ability to conduct incident investigations and root cause analyses.
• Ability to review construction and renovation projects.
• Ability to analyze inspection, incident, and compliance data.
• Ability to coordinate large-scale special event safety activities.
• Ability to develop procedures, standards, and technical guidance documents.
• Ability to prepare technical reports and presentations.
• Ability to effectively represent the Fire Safety Division during meetings, inspections, and institutional initiatives.

Driving Requirements

Employees are required to travel in performing their duties and responsibilities of the position; the use of one’s personal vehicle (or LU vehicles) may be required for travel.  Employee must be able to drive trucks and vans and be able to tow a trailer as part of the job function. Proof of a valid driver’s license, an acceptable DMV record, LU Driving Approval, and liability insurance is required when driving in the performance of the employee’s position.

To obtain LU-approved driver certification, individuals must be 21 years of age or older, possess a valid driver’s license with a minimum of five (5) years of documented driving history, and maintain a clean driving record.

 

 

Time Type

Full time

Location

Onsite

 

 

Pay Range

Compensation is determined based on factors such as qualifications, experience, education, skills, and certifications, along with University needs and external market conditions. Market benchmarks may be used, as appropriate, in combination with internal equity to ensure pay is fair and aligned with the broader compensation structure.

The position may also be eligible for comprehensive benefits, including health insurance, retirement plans, and tuition assistance.

 

 

$65,000.00 - $75,000.00

 

 

The University is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We believe it is our moral and legal obligation to meet the responsibility of ensuring that all management practices regarding employees are conducted in a nondiscriminatory manner. In compliance with Title VII of the 1964 Civil Rights Act, and other applicable federal and state statutes, all recruiting, hiring, training, and promoting for all job classifications will be administered without regard to race, color, ancestry, age, sex, national origin, pregnancy or childbirth, disability, military veteran status or other applicable status protected by law, including state of employment protected classes. It is, therefore, our policy and intention to evaluate all employees and prospective employees strictly according to the requirements of the job. All personnel related activities such as compensation, benefits, transfers, job classification, assignments, working conditions, educational assistance, terminations, layoffs, and return from layoffs, and all other terms, conditions and privileges of employment will be administered without regard to race, color, ancestry, age, sex, national origin, pregnancy or childbirth, disability, military veteran status or other applicable status protected by law, including all applicable state of employment protected classes. The University is a Christian religious-affiliated organization; and as such, is not subject to religious discrimination requirements. The University’s hiring practices and EEO discrimination practices are in full compliance with both federal and state law. Federal law creates an exception to the “religion” component of the employment discrimination laws for religious organizations (including educational institutions), and permits them to give employment practice preference to members of their own religious beliefs.