University Fire Marshal

Job Title

University Fire Marshal

Department

Environmental Health & Safety

Worker Type

Regular

Pay Type

Salary

Position Salary Minimum

85,000.00

Position Salary Maximum

100,000.00

Salary will be commensurate with the level of the position, education, and experience.

Scheduled Weekly Hours

40

Benefit Eligible

Yes

Screening Date

2026-03-02

Job Description Summary

Develops, implements, and oversees a comprehensive fire protection program relative to the Ohio Fire Code, Ohio Building Code, and NFPA related codes.

Job Description

Essential Duties:

• Supervision of Fire Safety Specialists and Environmental Health & Safety Specialist
• Manages and implements inspections of life safety systems including smoke, heat, and carbon monoxide detection, emergency lighting, sprinkler systems, etc.
• Manages and implements fire drill/emergency evacuations of residence halls.
• Manages scheduled and unscheduled inspections and evaluations.
• Investigation of fires.
• Prepares reports and correspondence relative to fire safety inspections.
• Reviews new construction and renovation plans for fire and life safety issues.
• Assists in development and implementation of Emergency Response Plans.
• Liaison to city and state fire officials
• Assists in operation of a laboratory safety program.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in fire science, fire protection engineering, or related field with a minimum of five (5) years full-time experience conducting fire and life safety building inspections including functional testing of dry and wet pipe systems (or)
• Related Associates degree plus a minimum of eight (8) years full-time experience conducting fire and life safety building inspections including functional testing of dry and wet pipe systems (or)
• Minimum of ten (10) years full-time verifiable experience conducting fire and life safety building inspections including functional testing of dry and wet pipe systems.
• Certification as a fire safety inspector in the State of Ohio or ability to obtain Ohio certification within first 9-months of employment.
• Valid driver's license and ability to pass a Motor Vehicle background check. (Please see

  Motor Vehicle Use policy

  for a more information on the driver approval process.)

Preferred Qualifications:

• Certification as a fire safety inspector in the state of Ohio.
• Currently hold NICET certification in Inspection and Testing of Water Based Fire Protection systems.
• Certified as a Hazardous Materials Technician

Required Knowledge Skills and Abilities:

1. Specific Knowledge – thorough knowledge of fire science, fire protection engineering

2. Technical Understanding - the ability to read, interpret, and understand safety codes

3. Attention to Detail - Ability to maintain detailed and complete records of systems
4. Communication Skills - ability to communicate effectively, both verbally and in writing, to a wide range of persons
5. Customer Service Skills – thorough understanding of modern customer service theories, practices, and methods
6. Managerial Complexity – must be able to successfully handle multiple tasks at once, and be able to determine appropriate priorities; must be able to make independent interpretations and make appropriate decisions that are in the best interest of the organization and that are consistent with the objectives of upper-management
7. Computer Skills – must be proficient in the use of business application software

Frequent outdoor activities during periods of extreme hot or cold temperatures; Ability to climb ladders and steep stairs; Ability to open/close valves in sometimes awkward positions and read gauges; Ability to lift and carry equipment that weighs up to 75 pounds.

Additional Position Information (if applicable)

Required Application Documents

resume/CV

Special Instructions (if applicable)

None

Additional Information

A criminal background check is required. All campuses are smoke- and tobacco-free campuses.

This organization participates in E-Verify.

Remote Work
For positions that are approved for remote work: Remote work is not a right, it is a work arrangement that can be modified or revoked by Miami University at any time for any reason, including the convenience of the University.

Reasonable Accommodations
Requests for reasonable accommodations for disabilities related to employment should be directed to

[email protected]

or 513-529-3560. Questions and follow-ups regarding requests should also be directed here.

Miami University Values Statement

Miami University

is a scholarly community whose members believe that a liberal education is grounded in qualities of character as well as of intellect. We respect the dignity of other persons, the rights and property of others, and the right of others to hold and express disparate beliefs. We believe in honesty, integrity, and the importance of moral conduct. We defend the freedom of inquiry that is the heart of learning and combine that freedom with the exercise of judgment and the acceptance of personal responsibility.

For more information on Miami University’s mission and core values, please visit the

Mission and Core Values

webpage.

Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Statement
Miami University, an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer, encourages applications from protected veterans and individuals with disabilities. Miami University prohibits harassment, discrimination and retaliation on the basis of age (40 years or older), color, disability, gender identity or expression, genetic information, military status, national origin (ancestry), pregnancy, race, religion, sex/gender, status as a parent or foster parent, sexual orientation, or protected veteran status in its application and admission processes, educational programs and activities, facilities, programs or employment practices. Requests for reasonable accommodations for disabilities related to employment should be directed to

[email protected]

or 513-529-3560.

Clery Act
As part of the University’s commitment to maintaining a healthy and safe living, learning, and working environment, we encourage you to read Miami University’s Annual Security & Fire Safety Report at: , which contains information about campus safety, crime statistics, and our drug and alcohol abuse and prevention program designed to prevent the unlawful possession, use, and distribution of drugs and alcohol on campus and at university events and activities. This report also contains information on programs and policies designed to prevent and address sexual violence, domestic violence, dating violence, and stalking. Each year, email notification of this website is made to all faculty, staff, and enrolled students. Written notification is also provided to prospective students and employees. Hard copies of the Annual Security & Fire Safety Report may be obtained from the Miami University Police Department at 513-529-2223.

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