Fire and Life Safety Project Coordinator

University of Texas at Arlington, United States

Updated: about 8 hours ago
Location: Arlington, TEXAS
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Position Information


Posting Number S05385P
Position Title Fire and Life Safety Project Coordinator
Department Environmental Health_Safety
Location Arlington
Job Family Executive/Administration
Position Status Full-time
Work Hours Standard
Work Schedule
Monday-Friday; 8:00am-5:00pm.
  • Respond to campus emergencies during business hours, after-hours including holidays and weekends.
  • Provide support for university events as necessary, including those outside of normal business hours.
  • Participate in after-hours rotating on-call program.
  • Occasional travel required.
Open to External and Internal
Salary Salary is commensurate based on qualifications and relevant experience, up to $68,000.
Duration Funding expected to continue
Pay Basis Monthly
Benefits Eligible Yes
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University Information
The University of Texas at Arlington is located in the heart of the Dallas-Fort Worth-Arlington metroplex, a vibrant and diverse metropolitan area that is home to over 7 million people, one of the fastest-growing tech economies in the United States, and a wide array of arts, entertainment, and cultural activities. UTA is a comprehensive teaching, research, and public service institution dedicated to the advancement of knowledge through scholarship and creative work. The University is committed to providing access and ensuring student success, and to a culture of innovation, entrepreneurship, and commercialization of discoveries by our community of scholars. With an enrollment of more than 40,000 students, UTA is the second largest in the University of Texas System. As a result of its combination of rigorous academics and innovative research, UTA is designated as a Carnegie R-1 “Very High Research Activity” institution. UTA ranks No. 4 nationally in Military Times’ annual “Best for Vets: Colleges” list and is among the top 30 performers nationwide for promoting social mobility of its graduates (U.S. News & World Report, 2023). UTA is designated by the U.S. Department of Education as both a Hispanic-Serving Institution (HSI) and an Asian American and Native American Pacific Islander-Serving Institution (AANAPISI), and it has one of the top 5 most ethnically diverse undergraduate student bodies in the United States (U.S. News & World Report, 2023). Its approximately 270,000 alumni, including some who occupy leadership positions at many of the 24 Fortune 500 companies headquartered in North Texas, contribute to UTA’s $22.2 billion annual economic impact on Texas.
Furthermore, UTA is poised to experience widespread growth in the near future. The university recently launched the first phase of its RISE 100 initiative aimed at recruiting 100 new tenure-system faculty to amplify research standing and position UTA as a leader in key scholarly areas; more details are available at https://www.uta.edu/administration/president/strategic-plan/rise100 . The successful candidate for this position will have the opportunity to join UTA during an exciting period of growth and contribute as the university broadens its impact.
Job Summary
Provide project coordination support to the Environmental Health & Safety (EH&S) Fire and Life Safety Program to ensure compliance with university policies and applicable regulations and standards.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
  • Coordinate all aspects of fire and life safety installations necessary to support construction/renovation activities.
  • Conduct site visits, attend project planning meetings, respond to requests for information, oversee outside vendors in the installation/modification, and perform or witness final acceptance testing of fire and life safety systems.
  • Work with all University stakeholders and contractors to facilitate the installation of fire and life safety systems to construction/renovation projects.
  • Maintain and track program budget. Facilitate the timely correction of life safety systems inspection and building fire & life safety inspection deficiencies.
  • Coordinate with fire protection engineers to ensure fire and life safety installations adhere to National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) standards and University policies, etc.
  • Oversee and coordinate scheduling of third-party vendors in performing inspection, testing, maintenance, and repairs of fire and life safety systems, extinguishers, system clocks, etc. in accordance with NFPA requirements.
  • Ensure that fire and life safety system impairments are corrected in a timely manner and coordinate implementation of interim measures as necessary.
  • Interface and coordinate with campus partners regarding life safety system issues.
  • Oversee the performance of contractors to ensure compliance with construction documents, NFPA and other applicable established standards, project schedules, and quality of workmanship.
  • Evaluate, document, and report the degree of project completion.
  • Obtain life safety system quotes for construction projects, review associated costs pertaining to projects, program budget, and purchase orders for services and equipment.
  • Create task orders for JOC contractors, for annual inspections and maintenance.
  • Review and process vendor invoices for payment.
  • Review plans and specifications for renovation and new construction projects to ensure compliance with NFPA and other established codes and standards.
  • Provide written comments as necessary.
  • Make repairs and/or installation of fire system alarm equipment and facilitate/review fire alarm system programming as required.
  • Maintain fire alarm parts inventory through department’s inventory database system.
  • Assist with permitting for special campus/ department outreach events or activities, e.g., tent, outdoor grill, and hot work permitting, etc.
  • Schedule fire watch for systems down and support fire panel watch for events.
  • Respond to fire alarms and assist with campus fire and life safety systems as directed to facilitate campus operations per EH&S procedures. (i.e., fire alarm device disabling, etc.).
  • Conduct or assist with training personnel and/or students in fire prevention, fire extinguisher use, fire alarm device awareness, fire stopping, hot work, etc. as directed.
  • Maintain 40-hour HAZWOPER Certification to include the ability to wear respiratory protection.
  • Review/revise existing and develop new standard operating procedures (SOP) per established best practices and/or department and University policies.
  • Document, review and maintain records relating to the Fire and Life Safety programs and system inspection, maintenance, repairs, etc. as directed.
  • Perform miscellaneous duties to assist with other Fire & Life Safety Program and EH&S department projects as assigned.
Minimum Qualifications
  • Bachelor’s degree in fire science, engineering, natural science, industrial hygiene, environmental science, or related science field or equivalent.
  • Three (3) years of experience in fire and life safety.
  • Obtain within one (1) year of hire and maintain Level I NICET Fire Alarm Systems Certification, if the certification is not already obtained.
  • Obtain within one (1) year of hire and maintain 40-hour HAZWOPER Certification, if the certification is not already obtained.
  • Comprehensive knowledge of fire and life safety application of local, state, and federal laws, codes, regulations, standards, specifications, and policies.
Preferred Qualifications
  • Significant experience in project management with the ability to organize and effectively coordinate multiple tasks, with good follow-through.
  • Two (2) or more years of experience with a sizable fire safety program.
  • Experience with fire and life safety plan review and extensive knowledge of fire protection systems (notification and/or suppression).
  • Level II or higher NICET Fire Alarm System Certification.
  • Experience performing fire alarm system software programming.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
  • Proficient computer and communication skills.
  • Ability to work independently or with small groups without direct supervision.
  • Excellent attention to detail and ability to take direction.
  • Excellent verbal, written, and interpersonal communication skills.
  • Knowledge of a wide range of principles, concepts, and practices in applying established analytical and evaluative methods and techniques to fire safety program operations.
  • Ability to use firefighting and investigating equipment, including fire extinguishers, oxygen analyzers, gas and toxic materials detectors and personal protective equipment.
  • Ability to complete all physical tasks as needed.
Other Requirements
  • A class “C” operator’s driver’s license. The applicant selected must provide a current three-year driving record from the state in which the person currently resides. If not currently a Texas resident, a Texas driver’s license must be obtained within 30 days of becoming a Texas resident.
Working Conditions
  • May work in:
    • All weather conditions.
    • In extreme temperatures.

  • May work around:
    • Chemical and chemical fumes.
    • Radiation and/or biological hazards.
    • Electrical and mechanical hazards.
Special Conditions for Eligibility
  • Pass a pulmonary function test and be medically cleared to wear a respirator.
CBC Requirement
It is the policy of The University of Texas at Arlington to conduct a criminal background check on any applicant who is under final consideration for employment with the University.
EEO Statement
It is the policy of The University of Texas at Arlington (UTA or The University) to provide an educational and working environment that provides equal opportunity to all members of the University community. In accordance with federal and state law, the University prohibits unlawful discrimination, including harassment, on the basis of race, color, national origin, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, pregnancy, disability, genetic information, and/or veteran status. The University also prohibits discrimination on the basis of gender identity, and gender expression. Retaliation against persons who oppose a discriminatory practice, file a charge of discrimination, or testify for, assist in, or participate in an investigative proceeding relating to discrimination is prohibited. Constitutionally-protected expression will not be considered discrimination or harassment under this policy. It is the responsibility of all departments, employees, and students to ensure the University’s compliance with this policy.
ADA Accommodations
The University of Texas at Arlington is committed to providing reasonable accommodation to individuals with disabilities. If you require reasonable accommodation in completing this application, interviewing or otherwise participating in the employee selection process, please direct your inquiries to 817-272-5554 or email [email protected] .


Posting Detail Information


Number of Vacancies 1
Open Until Filled
Minimum Number of References Required 3
Maximum Number of References Accepted 3
Special Instructions to Applicants
Applicants must include in their online resume the following information: 1) Employment history: name of company, period employed (from month/year to month/year), job title, summary of job duties and 2) Education: school name, degree type, and major.

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