What are the responsibilities and job description for the Fire Marshal (Part-Time) position at Texas A&M University - San Antonio?
Agency
Texas A&M University - San Antonio
Department
Campus Safety & Risk Management
Proposed Minimum Salary
Commensurate
Job Location
San Antonio, Texas
Job Type
Staff
Job Description
This position is responsible for proactively leading the Fire and Life Safety Department and working collaboratively with campus partners to ensure campus compliance with the NFPA Life Safety Code, NFPA Fire Code, International Building and Fire Codes, and applicable state, local, and federal regulations. This involves developing and implementing programs, procedures, and training which contributes to the success of the organization. The Fire Marshal has the overall responsibility for community risk reduction programs where he/she will oversee and coordinate the functions and activities of assigned personnel to achieve the desired goals. The Fire Marshal will provide guidance and support to departmental staff performing fire prevention, fire & life safety inspections, public education, fire investigations, and other assigned duties. The ideal candidate will be an innovative, ethical, and organized leader with effective communication skills and the ability to exercise independent judgement according to departmental regulations and university policies. This position requires a respectful and forward-thinking individual with a proven track record of building positive relationships with staff, executive leadership, government officials, and community stakeholders.
Responsibilities:
- The Fire Marshal will perform supervisory and skilled fire prevention, risk reduction, and fire investigation duties.
- Directs departmental personnel in assigned duties.
- Supervise Fire & Life Safety Technicians, Fire Inspectors, and vendors.
- Ensure adequate personnel coverage.
- Regularly meet with staff to prioritize and distribute work assignments.
- Review all fire safety work and maintain records of all projects.
- Build quality relationships with Safety team members and with the Texas A&M University – San Antonio community to facilitate hazard recognition, risk assessment, implementation of corrective actions, emergency preparedness, and ongoing promotion of safe behaviors.
- Provide innovative tools to empower community members to minimize risk and implement safe practices.
- Provide Project Managers and other staff guidance on the design and placement of fire and life safety equipment.
- Ensure code effective design development and advocate good code compliance practices to the project manager.
- Represent Texas A&M University – San Antonio during inspections of compliance with fire and life safety regulatory bodies such as Texas A&M University System, San Antonio Fire Department, Texas State Fire Marshal’s Office, etc.
- Collaborate and communicate with Fire and Life Safety team members and the Safety leadership group to ensure continuity in operations.
- Create and maintain job aids, training materials, and assessment protocols; train/coach Safety Team members and other staff as needed.
- Responds to fire and life safety emergencies on campus and assumes an appropriate role within the Incident Command System. Ensures safety and integrity of the incident scene.
- Ability to respond for campus disasters and/or campus hazardous material release incidents to serve, based on expertise, in the appropriate emergency response role, and where applicable, in an appropriate designated departmental role.
- Assist university leadership in the development and administration of the Fire & Life Safety Department budget, the forecasting of funds needed for staffing, equipment, materials, and supplies.
- Properly investigate all fire incidents on Texas A&M University – San Antonio property, write investigative reports as to the origin & cause of fire incidents, coordinate all fire incident investigations with campus Police, Texas A&M System, and the Texas State Fire Marshal’s Office.
- Train all Safety Team personnel in fire incident response.
- Work with the Fire & Life Safety Department personnel to plan, organize, and conduct fire & life safety public education.
- Work with other stakeholders of the campus community to incorporate them into public education.
- Coordinate and oversee all community engagement activities.
- Must have good organizational and time management skills with the ability to set own priorities to coordinate assignments with fluctuation and time sensitive deadlines; proven ability to manage multiple projects concurrently.
- Perform other related duties and participate in special projects as assigned.
Must have State of Texas Driver's License and acceptable driving record and be able to drive a state vehicle
Required Education and Experience:
- Bachelor’s degree in Fire Protection Engineering, Fire Science, or higher in related field.
- Ten (10) years of related experience.
Preferred Education and Experience:
- Ten (10) to fifteen (15) years of fire service experience, including a minimum of five (5) to ten (10) years in fire protection.
- Five (5) years of experience in a management position leading a team of people.
- Master’s degree in fire science, fire protection technology, or related field.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:
- Ability to obtain TCFP Head of Prevention Department.
- Ability to work around electrically charged and/or rotating machinery
- Knowledge of fire and life safety code compliance.
- Knowledge of building design practices and procedures.
- Knowledge of fire protection equipment and systems.
- Knowledge of exiting systems.
- Knowledge of construction documents and reports.
- Knowledge of methods of construction.
- Knowledge of NFPA standards.
- Knowledge of building emergency planning and signage.
- Knowledge of fire protection appliances and systems used in buildings.
- Ability to work around electrically charged and/or rotating machinery.
- TCFP Advanced Fire Inspector or greater.
- TCFP Intermediate Fire Investigator or greater.
- TCFP Plans Examiner.
- TCFP Fire and Life Safety Educator.
- Incident Management Training: ICS-100, ICS-200, ICS-300, ICS-400, ICS-700, ICS-800
Completion of fire service management training:
- Fire Executive Management Training (FEMT).
- Fire Service Chief Executive Officer (FSCEO) or Executive Fire Officer (EFO)
- TCOLE Basic Peace Officer or higher-level certification.
- Possess NICET Fire Alarm Systems and/or Water-Based Systems Level 1 or higher.
- MGT-314 Training.
Physical Requirement:
- Must be capable of lifting/carrying items up to 50 pounds.
- Stand or walk for 2-4 hours at a time and sit for 2 hours at a time.
- Frequently use hands for simple grasping, fine manipulation, pushing or pulling.
- Occasionally squat, kneel, bend, lie down, crawl, knee stand, push or pull with forces up to 75 pounds.
- Work outdoors in a variety of temperatures and environmental conditions.
- Possess ability to work at heights, full range of body motions and physical agility, and ability to maintain balance.
Applicant Instructions:
Please make sure to provide the following documents:
- Cover Letter
- Resume / CV
- Professional References
For detailed instructions on how to apply for any position on our website, please use the following link:
http://www.tamusa.edu/humanresources/job-opportunities/index.html
Summary of Employee Benefits:
www.tamusa.edu/human-resources/documents/Summary-of-Employees-Benefits1.pdf
Texas A&M University-San Antonio values community engagement and encourages applicants who are committed to advancing the well-being and prosperity of our communities.
Please ensure that all required documents are uploaded prior to submitting the application. Once the application is submitted, no changes or revisions can be made. If you have issues with adding documents to your application, please contact HR at 210-784-2058.
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All positions are security-sensitive. Applicants are subject to a criminal history investigation, and employment is contingent upon the institution’s verification of credentials and/or other information required by the institution’s procedures, including the completion of the criminal history check.
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