Assistant Director for Life Safety

We seek a dedicated Assistant Director for Life Safety to lead critical safety initiatives! This role is responsible for the comprehensive oversight of all campus and residential fire protection systems. Our comprehensive benefits package includes excellent health coverage retirement contributions and tuition assistance for employees and dependents. Apply today!

The roles primary focus is the supervision of the fire and life safety program encompassing the testing maintenance inspection and repair of all fire protection systems. This includes ensuring systems function correctly managing preventative maintenance coordinating external contractors to meet code compliance and maintaining meticulous addition the role performs regular fire and life safety inspections and audits and acts as a liaison with the Authority Having Jurisdiction (AHJ). A significant component involves developing emergency plans and signage and conducting safety training and evacuation drills for building occupants. This position conducts incident response and investigation to identify hazards prevent accidents and recommend proactive solutions and is required to respond to campus emergencies as needed.

Associate or Bachelors degree in Fire Science Engineering Facilities Management Occupational/Environmental Health and Safety or a related field OR at least 5 or more years of experience can substitute degree requirements.
At least 3 or more years of experience.
effective written and verbal communication skills including presentation skills.
Strong customer service skills.
Valid Ohio Drivers License with a low risk driving record.
Functional knowledge of applicable Environmental Health & Safety Federal State and Local regulations.
Knowledge and understanding of fire safety equipment including fire extinguishers fire protection systems etc.
Ability to make decisions/recommendations to effectively resolve problems or issues.
Rigorous dedication to detail that is required to sustain an effective safety program.
Strong computer skills.
Climbing on ladders is required.
Medically fit to wear a respirator.
Must be physically capable of lifting minimum of 20 pounds.

While not everyone may possess all of the preferred qualifications the ideal candidate will bring many of the following:

Bachelors degree in related field Fire Safety Engineering degree.
Experience in higher education preferred.
Any relevant NFPA or fire and life safety certifications.
Strong knowledge of NFPA codes and OSHA requirements.
Strong technical understanding of fire alarm control panels fire protection systems and associated interfaces.
Excellent interpersonal skills.
Experience producing technical programs and protocols and training content.

To apply please submit a cover letter addressing each minimum qualification and any applicable preferred qualifications that you meet.

Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis. The University does not provide work visa sponsorship for this position.

Informed by its Catholic and Marianist mission the University is committed to the dignity of every human being. Informed by this commitment we seek to increase diversity in all of its forms achieve fair outcomes and model inclusion across our campus community. The University is committed to policies of affirmative action designed to increase the employment opportunities of individuals with disabilities and protected veterans in compliance with the Rehabilitation Act of 1973 and Vietnam Era Veterans Readjustment Assistance Act of 1973.