Fire Safety Coordinator

Job No: 539795

Work Type: Full Time

Location: Main Campus (Gainesville, FL)

Categories: Environmental/Occupational Safety

Department:  - EHS-ENVR - HLTH - SAFETY-ADMIN

Fire Safety Coordinator

Associate in Science degree in Fire Science Technology and two (2) years of responsible experience with a governmental agency or private organization, including enforcement or design work to meet required fire regulations, fire prevention inspections or development, and fire plan check or design of fire systems, or 10 years as a Fire Marshal with a local municipality or state agency. Must be certified as a Fire Safety Inspector 1 in accordance with Florida Statute 633.

Inspects UF Buildings, Fraternities and Sororities for Fire Code Compliance and prepares reports to be submitted for correction of code violations. Reviews fire alarm activity logs to ensure proper maintenance of fire alarm systems in accordance with UF's False Alarm Reduction program. Supervises and assists with the enhanced radio system monitoring of all campus buildings. Provides assistance and oversight to the inspections of fire safety related items in new construction projects.

Conducts public outreach for fire safety including providing fire extinguisher use training. Other duties as assigned. Must have a valid Florida Driver's License.

Health assessment required. Must be certified as a Fire Safety Inspector 1 in accordance with Florida Statute 633. Must attain State Fire Marshal's Class 1 portable fire equipment servicing permit and Class 4 pre‑engineered suppression system servicing permit in accordance with FSS 633.061. Employee must complete certifications and attain permits within first year of employment. The position is designated as an essential employee for the University, as the employee's response immediately following an emergency event in which the continuation of critical and essential services is needed.

Monday - Friday, 8 AM to 5 PM, or as approved by supervisor. 40 hours per week. Occasional travel to off‑site locations.

Commensurate with education & experience.

Associate in Science degree in Fire Science Technology and two (2) years of responsible experience with a governmental agency or private organization, including enforcement or design work to meet required fire regulations, fire prevention inspections or development, and fire plan check or design of fire systems, or 10 years as a Fire Marshal with a local municipality or state agency. Must be certified as a Fire Safety Inspector 1 in accordance with Florida Statute 633.

Education & Training: Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Architecture, Building Construction or Business Administration. NICET certification.

Experience: Five years supervisory experience.

Knowledge: Thorough knowledge of standard fire codes, blueprint reading and interpretation, construction terminology and techniques.

Skills: Excellent written and oral communication skills.

Abilities: Ability to interface with professionals such as architects, engineers, and construction workers. Ability to work with database reporting systems to ensure compliance with required codes.

Repeated bending, climbing, exposure to areas of excessive noise.

Yes.

24 June 2026.

The University of Florida is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer. Hiring is contingent on eligibility to work in the U.S. The University of Florida is a public institution and is subject to all requirements under Florida Sunshine and Public Record laws. If an accommodation due to a disability is needed to apply for this position, please call 352‑392‑2477 or the Florida Relay System at 800‑955‑8771 (TDD) or visit Accessibility at UF.