Job Description

University of Arkansas, Fayetteville

Founded in 1871, the University of Arkansas is a land grant institution, classified by the Carnegie Foundation among the nation’s top 2 percent of universities with the highest level of research activity. The University of Arkansas works to advance the state and build a better world through education, research, and outreach by providing transformational opportunities and skills, fostering a welcoming climate, and nurturing creativity, discovery, and the spread of new ideas and innovations.

The University of Arkansas campus is located in Fayetteville, a welcoming community ranked as one of the best places to live in the U.S. The growing region surrounding Fayetteville is home to numerous Fortune 500 companies and one of the nation’s strongest economies. Northwest Arkansas is also quickly gaining a national reputation for its focus on the arts and overall quality of life.

As an employer, the University of Arkansas offers a vibrant work environment and a workplace culture that promotes a healthy work-life balance. The benefits package includes university contributions to health, dental, life and disability insurance, tuition waivers for employees and their families, 12 official holidays, immediate leave accrual, and a choice of retirement programs with university contributions ranging from 5 to 10% of employee salary.

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Department

Environmental Health & Safety

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Summary Of Job Duties

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.

Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications

• 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
• Applicable equivalencies may be considered on the above qualifications.

Preferred Qualifications

• 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)

Knowledge, Skills, And Abilities

• 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)

Additional Information

Salary Information

$67,909 - $76,397; Commensurate with education and experience

Required Documents To Apply

Cover Letter/Letter of Application, Resume

Optional Documents

License or Certificate (see special instructions for submission instructions), List of three Professional References (name, email, business title), Proof of Veteran Status

Recruitment Contact Information

Justine Kyle, HR Partner I, ***email_hidden***

All application materials must be uploaded to the University of Arkansas System Career Site

Please do not send to listed recruitment contact.

Special Instructions To Applicants

Physical Demands: 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.

Environmental Exposure: Moderate exposure to extreme temperatures, smoke, chemicals, loud noises, and confined spaces. Work is performed both in an office setting and in the field.

Pre-employment Screening Requirements

Criminal Background Check, Motor Vehicle Reports Check, Sex Offender Registry, Substance Abuse Testing

The University of Arkansas is committed to providing a safe campus community. We conduct background checks for applicants being considered for employment. Background checks include a criminal background check and a sex offender registry check. For certain positions, there may also be a financial (credit) background check, a Motor Vehicle Registry (MVR) check, and/or drug screening. Required checks are identified in the position listing. A criminal conviction or arrest pending adjudication or adverse financial history information alone shall not disqualify an applicant in the absence of a relationship to the requirements of the position. Background check information will be used in a confidential, non-discriminatory manner consistent with state and federal law.

The University of Arkansas seeks to attract, develop and retain high quality faculty, staff and administrators that consistently display practices and behaviors to advance a culture that embeds equal opportunity, educational excellence and unparalleled access for all.

The University of Arkansas is an equal opportunity institution. The University does not discriminate in its education programs or activities (including in admission and employment) on the basis of any category or status protected by law, including age, race, color, national origin, disability, religion, protected veteran status, military service, genetic information, sex, sexual preference, or pregnancy. Questions or concerns about the application of Title IX, which prohibits discrimination on the basis of sex, may be sent to the University’s Title IX Coordinator and to the U.S. Department of Education Office for Civil Rights.

Persons must have proof of legal authority to work in the United States on the first day of employment.

All Application information is subject to public disclosure under the Arkansas Freedom of Information Act.

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Job Information

Job Category

Safety - Fire Protection

Industry Segments

Academic / Educational sector

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