Campus Fire Marshal

University of Arkansas • Fayetteville, AR

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About The Position

The Campus Fire Marshal serves as the Authority Having Jurisdiction (AHJ) for the University of Arkansas. This role ensures campus-wide fire and life safety by enforcing codes, inspecting complex building systems, and bridging the gap between education and enforcement. The Fire Marshal protects a dynamic campus environment by reviewing construction plans, managing hazardous materials compliance, and leading emergency response coordination. Regular, reliable and non-disruptive attendance is an essential job duty, as is the ability to create and maintain collegial, harmonious working relationships with others.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in a related field from an accredited institution of higher education
• At least six (6) years of experience in fire/life safety and International Building/Fire Code application
• At least three (3) years of supervisory or mid- to senior-level management experience
• Knowledge of applicable federal, state, and local fire and life safety regulations and standards
• Ability to interpret and apply regulations
• Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to cultivate robust and collaborative relationships inside and outside the organization
• Ability to engage and direct emergency response actions and knowledge of the Incident Command System
• Strong problem-solving skills with the ability to analyze complex fire investigation data and make timely decisions in high-pressure situations
• Knowledge of modern fire safety technologies, data management systems, and digital plan review tools (e.g., Bluebeam, Microsoft Excel/Outlook)
• Must pass a physical exam; must be able to wear a Self-Contained Breathing Apparatus (SCBA) or respirator.
• Must be able to lift/carry up to 75 lbs and walk for extended periods.
• Must maintain a personal physical fitness level that allows for effective job performance.

Nice To Haves

• Bachelor’s degree in Fire Science, Engineering, Safety, or a related field from an accredited institution of higher education
• Experience in higher education or a similarly complex environment
• Certification as a Fire Prevention Officer or Fire Marshal or equivalent.
• Experience with modern fire safety technologies, data management systems, and digital plan review tools (e.g., Bluebeam, Microsoft Excel/Outlook)

Responsibilities

• Ensures campus-wide fire and life safety by enforcing codes
• Inspects complex building systems
• Reviews construction plans
• Manages hazardous materials compliance
• Leads emergency response coordination
• Maintains collegial, harmonious working relationships with others

Benefits

• university contributions to health, dental, life and disability insurance
• tuition waivers for employees and their families
• 12 official holidays
• immediate leave accrual
• a choice of retirement programs with university contributions ranging from 5 to 10% of employee salary

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level