Fire Safety Compliance Officer
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Job Description
Title: Fire Safety Compliance Officer
State Role Title:Compliance Manager I
Hiring Range: Up to $90000
Pay Band: 5
Agency: Virginia State University
Location:Virginia State University
Agency Website:
Recruitment Type: General Public - G
Job Duties
Conducts regular life safety inspections across campus facilities.
Monitors and enforces compliance with the National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) OSHA state fire codes and university policies.
Identifies hazards recommends corrective actions and follows up on mitigation.
Maintains documentation of inspections violations corrective actions and follow ups
Serves as a liaison with local fire departments code enforcement agencies and other authorities having jurisdiction (AHJ).
Reviews construction and renovation plans for compliance with fire codes and make recommendations
Assists with scope development for solicitation of contracted services to provide inspection testing maintenance and repair of all life safety systems including detection alarm suppression fire dampers and fire doors
Coordinates timely inspection testing maintenance and repairs of life safety systems including detection alarm and suppression systems fire dampers and fire doors through in-house resources and contracted services
Maintains detailed records and generates compliance reports.
Monitors and ensures operational readiness of Life Safety Systems
Ensures certification of life safety systems
Plans and coordinates campus wide fire drills and evacuation exercises
Investigates fire incidents and alarms to determine causes recommends corrective actions and implements preventive strategies.
Serves as resource and safety advisor during fire-related emergencies or drills.
Provide fire safety training to students staff and faculty including proper use of alarm and suppression systems and evacuation protocols.
Participate in emergency response planning and serve on relevant campus safety committees.
Participate in institutional safety audits and risk management programs.
Contribute to emergency preparedness planning including tabletop exercises and simulations.
Issues Hot Works Permits for contractors using open flames during repairs and construction
Prepares for and participates in audits and inspections from outside agencies
Minimum Qualifications
Knowledge of NFPA codes state and local fire safety regulations fire suppression systems and emergency evacuation protocols.
Skills in Hazard assessment code interpretation training delivery report writing incident investigation and cross-functional coordination.
Abilities to think critically work independently collaborate with multiple stakeholders respond to emergencies and apply regulatory knowledge to diverse facility types.
Additional Considerations
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Special Instructions
You will be provided a confirmation of receipt when your application and/or rsum is submitted successfully. Please refer to Your Application in your account to check the status of your application for this position.
Special Instructions to Applicants:
Virginia State University is committed to providing equal employment opportunities for all persons and applicants without regard to age color disability gender national origin political affiliation genetic information race religion sexual orientation sex (including pregnancy) or veteran status. VSU encourages and invites minorities women individuals with disabilities and veterans to apply.
AmeriCorps Peace Corps and other national service alumni are encouraged to apply.
HOW TO APPLY:
Virginia State University only accepts applications for this position through the on-line state Recruitment Management System (PageUp). Faxed e-mailed and mailed applications and/or attachments will not be accepted. The application must be detailed and fully completed. All employment and periods of unemployment (if applicable) must be listed within the application; either on an attached resume or manually listed in the Relevant Work History section. Each application is reviewed for documentation that shows the applicant meets the minimum and preferred qualifications stated in the job announcement. The decision to interview an applicant is based on the information provided on the application therefore it is essential to fully complete each section of the application and provide descriptive information. Submitting an incomplete state application or a state application lacking in detail may result in your non-selection. This website will provide a confirmation of receipt when the application is submitted for consideration.
Applications will be accepted until the position is filled. Interested persons must attach a cover letter and a current resume/c.v to the online application. Official transcripts will be required at the time of employment.
The selected candidate will be subject to an extensive and complete background check which may include fingerprinting. The candidate may be required to complete a Statement of Economic Interest as a condition of employment if applicable.
Commonwealths Alternative Hiring Process:
In support of the Commonwealths commitment to inclusion we are encouraging individuals with disabilities to apply through the Commonwealth Alternative Hiring Process. To be considered for this opportunity applicants will need to provide their Certificate of Disability (COD) provided by a Certified Rehabilitation Counselor within the Department for Aging & Rehabilitative Services (DARS). Veterans are encouraged to answer Veteran status questions and submit their disability documentation if applicable to DARS to get their Certificate of Disability. If you need to get a Certificate of Disability use this link: or call DARS at .
Contact Information
Name: Boatemaa Nyarko-Brentuo
Phone:
Email:
In support of the Commonwealths commitment to inclusion we are encouraging individuals with disabilities to apply through the Commonwealth Alternative Hiring Process. To be considered for this opportunity applicants will need to provide their AHP Letter (formerly COD) provided by the Department for Aging & Rehabilitative Services (DARS) or the Department for the Blind & Vision Impaired (DBVI). Service-Connected Veterans are encouraged to answer Veteran status questions and submit their disability documentation if applicable to DARS/DBVI to get their AHP Letter. Requesting an AHP Letter can be found at AHP Letter or by calling DARS at .
Note: Applicants who received a Certificate of Disability from DARS or DBVI dated between April 1 2022- February 29 2024 can still use that COD as applicable documentation for the Alternative Hiring Process.
Required Experience:
Unclear Seniority
Employment Type
Full-Time
