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University of Missouri-Columbia · 1 day ago

Fire Marshal

Columbia, MO

Part-time

Onsite

Mid Level

$65K/yr - $85K/yr

3+ years exp

The University of Missouri-Columbia is seeking a Fire Marshal to provide campus-wide leadership related to fire and life safety policies and regulations. The role involves conducting inspections, ensuring compliance with fire codes, and developing training programs while coordinating with local authorities and university stakeholders.

Education

Diversity & Inclusion

H1B Sponsor Likely

Responsibilities

Conducts comprehensive fire and life safety inspections of university facilities including public assembly venues, residence halls, instructional areas, research laboratories, and other specialized operations

Identifies, evaluates, and mitigates fire and life safety hazards unique to a large research university, including the storage and use of hazardous materials

Reviews plans and specifications for new construction and renovation in cooperation with consultants and the Authority Having Jurisdiction (AHJ)

Coordinates with Facility Operations to verify inspection, testing, and maintenance of fire suppression, alarm, and detection systems in accordance with applicable standards

Participates in emergency management planning, response, and recovery activities during drills, exercises, and actual emergencies

Leads or assists in fire investigations to determine origin and cause and prepares detailed reports with recommendations for corrective actions

Provides guidance and on-site support for special events. Reviews and approves site plans and the erection of temporary structures

Develops and delivers fire safety training, outreach programs, and awareness campaigns tailored to students, faculty, and staff

Coordinates pre-incident fire and emergency planning with the local fire department, including access control, hydrant locations, and system capabilities

Serves as liaison to local and state authorities having jurisdiction and communicates effectively with all university stakeholders

Qualification

Fire Marshal CertificationFire Safety RegulationsFire InvestigationEmergency Management PlanningCommunication Skills

Required

A Bachelor's degree in related/ relevant area and at least 3 years of experience from which comparable knowledge and skills can be acquired is necessary

Preferred

Bachelor's degree in Fire Science, Engineering, Safety, or a related field; or an equivalent combination of education and experience

Experience in higher education or similarly complex environment

Certification as a Fire Marshal and/or Fire Investigator

Benefits

Medical, dental and vision plans

Retirement

Paid time off

Short- and long-term disability

Paid parental leave

Paid caregiver leave

Educational fee discounts for all four UM System campuses

Company

University of Missouri-Columbia

We are Mizzou! Our distinct mission, as Missouri's only state-supported member of the Association of American Universities, is to provide all Missourians the benefits of a world-class research university.

Founded in 2011

Columbia, Missouri, USA

10001+ employees

http://business.missouri.edu/allen-angel-capital-education-program

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