Fire and Life Safety Manager

University of North Carolina at Charlotte, United States

Updated: 5 days ago
Location: Charlotte, NORTH CAROLINA
Job Type: FullTime
Deadline: 21 Apr 2024

Position Information
General Information


Position Number 008301
Vacancy Open to All Candidates
Working Title Fire and Life Safety Manager
Position Designation EHRA Non-Faculty
Employment Type Permanent - Full-time
Months per Year 12
Work Schedule
8:00 am – 5:00 pm; Monday – Friday
Hours per week 40
FLSA Status Exempt
Division Business Affairs
Department Safety & Security (Adm)
Work Location EHS Building Facilities Annex 11
Salary Range $90,580 - $105,000
Primary Purpose of Department
The Environmental Health and Safety (EHS) office promotes environmental, health, and safety compliance within the University of North Carolina at Charlotte campus community. The University is committed to the protection of the environment and safety on the job is everyone’s responsibility. The EHS office provides guidance at all levels of the University to ensure compliance, maintain a safe workplace and to protect the environment.
Primary Purpose of Position
The primary purpose of this position is to research, develop, implement, analyze and continuously improve the Environmental Health and Safety program.
Summary of Position Responsibilities
Lead and manage all fire and life safety compliance programs to include, but not limited to AEDs, building safety, fire protection, emergency response, event safety, building evacuation plans, fire drills, hot work permits, contractor safety, powered industrial trucks, aerial lifts, fall protection and pressure vessels. Determine internal goals while collaborating with executive leadership to promote regulatory compliance within their respective units. Manage EHS professionals and establish detailed operational plans to accomplish goals.
Minimum Education/Experience
  • Bachelor’s degree and two years of related experience; or
  • Master’s degree in a physical science, biological science, environmental science/engineering, occupational safety, industrial technology or related discipline; or
  • An equivalent combination of training and experience.
  • All degrees must be received from appropriately accredited institutions.
Preferred Education, Knowledge, Skills and Experience
  • A master’s degree in business administration, public administration, management, physical science, biological science, environmental science/engineering, occupational safety, industrial technology, or related discipline.
  • Relevant professional certification (e.g., CSP, CIH, ARM, CFI, CFPE, etc.).
  • Seven or more years of demonstrated health and safety program development, leadership, and communication skills equal to the requirements of the position.
  • Experience with establishing a fire and life safety management system in a higher education or public setting.
  • Experience using technology to automate processes and manage projects.
  • Demonstrated leadership, communication, and team building skills.
  • Demonstrated ability to investigate complex incidents, determine root causes and gain University administrators support to implement remedial actions.
Necessary Certifications/Licenses
A valid drivers license.
Preferred Certifications/Licenses
ASP, CSP, CIH, ARM, CFI, CFPE
Special Notes to Applicants
  • UNC Charlotte Benefits Information: https://hr.charlotte.edu/benefits .
  • The finalist will be subject to a Criminal Background Check and/or a Motor Vehicle Report.
  • Your Resume and Cover Letter will be used to evaluate your written communication skills as well as supporting documents of your knowledge, skills, abilities, education and professional experience. Please ensure your full range of knowledge, skills, abilities, experience and education are listed on your application.
  • When answering the supplemental questions please make sure that your responses reflect the information on your resume.
Posting Open Date 03/20/2024
Posting Close Date 04/21/2024
Open Until Filled No
Proposed Hire Date 04/30/2024
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