Fire & Life Safety Officer

University of North Texas System•Denton, TX

1d•$54,000•Onsite

About The Position

The Fire and Life Safety Officer at the University of North Texas (UNT) plays a critical role in protecting life, property, and continuity of operations across a dynamic campus environment. This position is responsible for implementing, managing, and continuously improving the university’s comprehensive fire and life safety programs in alignment with applicable federal, state, and local regulations, as well as nationally recognized codes and standards (e.g., NFPA, IFC, and OSHA). The Fire and Life Safety Officer provides technical expertise and oversight in fire prevention, hazard mitigation, system compliance, and emergency preparedness. The position supports a proactive risk management approach through inspections, plan reviews, permit programs, and training initiatives designed to reduce risk and strengthen campus resilience. Key areas of responsibility include administration of fire and life safety compliance programs such as hot work permitting, fire and life safety inspections, and impairment coordination. The role works collaboratively with Facilities, Housing, construction project teams, campus departments, and external authorities having jurisdiction (AHJs) to ensure safe design, occupancy, and operation of university facilities. The Fire and Life Safety Officer also serves as an educator and resource to the UNT community by developing and delivering training, interpreting fire and life safety codes, and promoting a culture of safety awareness and regulatory compliance. This position may participate in incident investigations, emergency response coordination, and after-action reviews to support continuous improvement. The ideal candidate is a knowledgeable and detail-oriented safety professional with strong communication skills, a customer-focused mindset, and the ability to balance regulatory enforcement with practical, solutions-oriented guidance in a higher education setting.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in related field and two years of experience in safety administration, or any equivalent combination of education, training, and experience.
Knowledge of Department of Homeland Security regulations.
Knowledge of five phases of emergency management and National Incident Management System (NIMS).
Required building and fire code knowledge.
Strong written and oral communication skills.
Ability to substantiate results from reports using spreadsheets and analysis.
Supervisory skills.
Certification as a Fire Inspector I through the Texas Commission on Fire Protection (TCFP) or the International Fire Service Accreditation Congress (IFSAC), or the ability to obtain within one (1) year of employment.
Valid driver's license

Nice To Haves

ICS-100, ICS-200, ICS-700, and ICS-800

Responsibilities

Conduct fire and life safety inspections of campus facilities to identify hazards, ensure compliance with applicable codes and standards, and document deficiencies with recommended corrective actions.
Administer and manage fire prevention programs, including but not limited to the hot work permit program and monthly campus AED inspections, ensuring proper controls, documentation, and compliance across campus operations.
Develop and deliver fire and life safety training, education, and outreach programs to faculty, staff, and students to promote regulatory compliance and a culture of safety.