Deputy University Fire Marshal

The Deputy Fire Marshal position resides within the department of Environmental, Health and Safety, and reports to the Fire Marshal. The position is responsible for the installation, inspection, and maintenance of fire and safety systems and equipment on campus. In addition, this position will provide support for tasks within other operational areas of the Environmental Health & Safety department.

Duties and Responsibilities Include:

• Works under the direction of the University Fire Marshal to maintain fire protection systems and performs inspections according to the National Fire Protection Association and other applicable Standards. This includes inspection. maintenance, and servicing of all fire extinguishers and other fire detection and suppression systems across university buildings.
• Maintains records and state reports of inspections to ensure code compliance for Western Kentucky University's Campus
• Responds to reports of fires or other emergencies on campus and provides support as needed.
• Serves as liaison to Bowling Green Fire, KY State Fire Marshals Office, and Insurance Representatives as directed by the University Fire Marshal
• Assist with environmental health & safety projects as required
• Support university special events and activities as needed

• High school diploma or GED
• At least 5 years of experience in fire protection equipment, or related fields
• Possess required qualifications to obtain Kentucky Fire Alarm and/or Fire Suppression Systems License
• Valid Kentucky Driver's License & ability to meet requirements for operating University Vehicles
• Knowledge of NFPA, Life Safety codes and general safety practices
• Sound computer skills (Microsoft Office)
• Understand and have general knowledge of the operation

Hourly Rate: $20.51 - $22.05

Kentucky state law requires all public institutions of postsecondary education to conduct pre-employment criminal background checks to determine suitability for employment.

Western Kentucky University (WKU) is committed to a policy and practice of providing equal employment and educational opportunities to all individuals. In accordance with Title VI and VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, Title IX of the Educational Amendments of 1972, Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, Revised 1992, and the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990, no form of discrimination or harassment will be tolerated at WKU on the basis of race, color, ethnicity, national origin, creed, religion, political belief, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, marital status, age, uniformed services, veteran status, genetic information, pregnancy, childbirth or related medical conditions, or physical or mental disability in admission to career and technical education programs and/or activities, or employment practices.

Persons with disabilities, who need reasonable accommodations to participate in the application and/or selection process, should notify the office of Institutional Equity. To request an accommodation, report a complaint, or ask questions regarding WKU's Discrimination and Harassment Policy (#0.2040), please contact Ms. Ena Demir, Executive Director/Title IX Coordinator via email at ena.demir@wku.edu or by phone at (270) 745-6867. Ms. Demir is also responsible for coordinating the University's response to complaints related to sex and gender harassment. Additional information regarding Title IX is accessible via WKU's https://www.wku.edu/titleix/ website.

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