Campus Fire Safety & Compliance Lead

Montana State University; Bozeman (MT); On-site; USD 74,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Montana State University is seeking a University Fire Marshal to lead fire code enforcement, inspections, and life-safety training across the Bozeman campus. You will coordinate testing of fire protection systems, review building plans for capital projects, and collaborate with city fire officials to ensure compliance across 120+ buildings totaling millions of square feet.

This full-time, on-site role requires credentials and extensive experience in fire safety and emergency services, reporting

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s or Associate degree in Fire Science/Fire Administration with relevant experience.
• Current certification in fire inspection (NFPA or ICC) or equivalent credentials.
• Five+ years in fire and life safety preferred; ability to obtain inspector credentials during probation.

Responsibilities

• Act as AHJ for fire code enforcement and application for campus.
• Manage Deputy Fire Marshal duties and scheduling.
• Coordinate testing and maintenance of fire protection systems with contractors.
• Coordinate building fire code inspections with supervisors and city fire dept.
• Review building plans for capital projects and major renovations.
• Provide education and outreach on fire safety and drills.

Skills

Fire code enforcement

Fire inspections

Fire safety training

Communication

Education

Bachelor’s or Associate in Fire Science/Fire Administration

Job description

Montana State University is seeking a University Fire Marshal to lead fire code enforcement, inspections, and life-safety training across the Bozeman campus. You will coordinate testing of fire protection systems, review building plans for capital projects, and collaborate with city fire officials to ensure compliance across 120+ buildings totaling millions of square feet.

This full-time, on-site role requires credentials and extensive experience in fire safety and emergency services, reporting