Lead Campus Fire Safety & Code Compliance Marshal

University of California, Riverside; California (MO); On-site; USD 103,100 - 196,300; Full time

Job summary

University of California, Riverside seeks a Lead Designated Campus Fire Marshal to act as AHJ for the campus, overseeing fire and life safety programs across facilities. The role includes reviewing plans, enforcing codes, and coordinating with multiple campus departments to ensure regulatory compliance and safe operations.

The position requires advanced education or equivalent experience, 8–13 years in related fire marshal duties, and prior supervisory experience.

Qualifications

• Advanced degree in a related area and/or equivalent experience or training.
• 8–13 years of related experience.
• At least one of: 7+ years as DCFM or 10+ years in related fire marshal duties or 5+ years as a DCFM at UC.
• Supervisory or managerial experience.

Responsibilities

• Reviewing, stamping, and approving architectural, engineering, and fire protection plans for UC capital projects.
• Overseeing fire and life safety personnel responsible for plan reviews, inspections, and special events.
• Ensuring compliance with Title 19 and Title 24 CCR, NFPA standards, and related codes.
• Training new personnel and exercising independent AHJ authority.

Skills

AHJ authority

Regulatory compliance

Fire life safety

Plan review

Leadership

Emergency management

Reading construction plans

Communication

Education

Advanced degree or equivalent experience

Job description

University of California, Riverside seeks a Lead Designated Campus Fire Marshal to act as AHJ for the campus, overseeing fire and life safety programs across facilities. The role includes reviewing plans, enforcing codes, and coordinating with multiple campus departments to ensure regulatory compliance and safe operations.

The position requires advanced education or equivalent experience, 8–13 years in related fire marshal duties, and prior supervisory experience.