FS-Bldg Svcs-Life Safety andAC-245300
Career Area :
Facilities and Skilled Trades
Posting Open Date:
02/09/2024
Application Deadline:
02/23/2024
Open Until Filled:
No
Position Type:
Permanent Staff (EHRA NF)
Working Title:
Life Safety Manager
Appointment Type:
EHRA Non-Faculty
Position Number:
00032144
Vacancy ID:
NF0007821
Full Time/Part Time:
Full-Time Permanent
FTE:
1
Hours per week:
40
Position Location:
North Carolina, US
Hiring Range:
$43,187 – $83,866
Proposed Start Date:
03/18/2024
Be a Tar Heel!:
A global higher education leader in innovative teaching, research and public service, the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill consistently ranks as one of the nation’s top public universities. Known for its beautiful campus, world-class medical care, commitment to the arts and top athletic programs, Carolina is an ideal place to teach, work and learn.One of the best college towns and best places to live in the United States, Chapel Hill has diverse social, cultural, recreation and professional opportunities that span the campus and community.University employees can choose from a wide range of professional training opportunities for career growth, skill development and lifelong learning and enjoy exclusive perks for numerous retail, restaurant and performing arts discounts, savings on local child care centers and special rates on select campus events. UNC-Chapel Hill offers full-time employees a comprehensive benefits package, paid leave, and a variety of health, life and retirement plans and additional programs that support a healthy work/life balance.
Primary Purpose of Organizational Unit:
Building Services provide full maintenance and repair services for all UNC facilities and ensure the proper operation of those facilities in support of the UNC mission of teaching, research and public service. Building Services supports more than 400 campus buildings with approximately 18 million gross square feet of space. The teams that provide quality maintenance, repair and construction services that support the teaching, research, and public service mission of the University include Campus Maintenance, EMCS, Facilities Operations Support, Housing Support, HVAC Systems, Life Safety Services, and the Office of Waste Reduction and Recycling. The Life Safety Services section is a specialized unit within the Building Services Division of Facilities Services. This section is comprised of the Life Safety/Electronic-Specialty Shop, the Access Control/Key Shop, and the Emergency Generator Shop. This organizational unit delivers a high level of maintenance and support to safeguard human life, property, research, and other critical areas of significant financial and time investments for the entire University campus community including: all residence halls, classrooms facilities, research lab facilities, athletics facilities, medical school facilities, and offices facilities. These areas include but are not limited to: the Central Alarm Receiving System (CARS), all fire alarm detection and suppression systems, security and CCTV systems, key control, accessibility controllers, Biometric and Card Access, equipment alarm systems, and backup power emergency generators. Additionally, this unit supports all facets of Facilities Services, Energy Services, Environment Health & Safety, Public Safety, Facilities Planning & Construction, and Residential Student Housing in their efforts to support the campus community, all of which contribute to the University’s mission of teaching, research and public service.
Position Summary:
A SIGN-ON BONUS OF $7,500 IS AVAILABLE FOR THE SUCCESSFUL APPLICANT OF THIS POSITION PAID IN 2 INSTALLMENTS WITHIN 12 MONTHS OF HIRE:
$3,750 WITHIN 30 DAYS OF HIRE DATE & $3,750 12 MONTHS AFTER HIRE DATE.
The Life Safety Manager performs managerial functions over multiple organizational units/shops in Life Safety Services, including the Life Safety Shop, the Access Control / Key & Hardware Shop, the Emergency Generator Shop, the Preventive & Contract Maintenance Office, and the Construction Liaison Office. Managerial functions include but are not limited to efficiency studies, establishing, and comparing workflow and operating metrics, detailed budget analysis, establishing and utilizing building condition and component indexes for future fiscal planning, trending of equipment and systems for reliability and failure projections, and measuring and evaluating proposed project investments through net present values (NPVs) and return on investments (ROIs). Manages an operating budget of $3 million and a current staff of approximately 50 employees.
Leads all activities related to the operations and maintenance of life safety systems in the University’s 488 buildings totaling 17.8 million square feet. Works with the senior leadership team in Building Services to sustain a high-performance service culture that promotes sound planning and excellent execution and leads departmental efforts to foster a safe, respectful work environment that values its people; and also works closely with university administrators in the schools and departments to ensure that facilities meet programmatic requirements and remain compliant.
Manages employees in a wide variety of occupational areas which requires a multifaceted technical knowledge base in electronics: fire, security, and CCTV systems, a mechanical aptitude with engine repair, hydraulics, and locksmithing, commercial electrical and electrical generating systems, plumbing sprinkler and suppression systems, contract administration, facility planning, construction and system commissioning, and computer networking and database management.
Exercises a high level of independent decision-making and responsibility for compliance with university, town, and state laws, ordinances, codes, and policies. Ensures that employee training is kept current and in compliance with the NC State Board of Examiners, the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA), the National Institute for Certification in Engineering Technologies (NICET), and product manufacturers’ factory certification requirements. Evaluates opportunities for cross training, assignment of staff across service areas, and career development programs that enhance the department’s ability to effectively respond to changes in mission and organizational needs.
Minimum Education and Experience Requirements:
Associate’s degree in electronics and three years of progressive experience in the maintenance and repair of complex electronic systems and the design of electronic apparatus; or equivalent combination of training and experience. All degrees must be received from appropriately accredited institutions.
Required Qualifications, Competencies, and Experience:
Requires a demonstrated commitment to customer service; a continuous quality improvement focus; and responsive management skills with the ability to motivate staff and promote a safe and respectful environment.
Excellent communication skills, approachable, sound decision making, and ability to provide timely direction for assigned staff.
Ability to serve as a mandatory employee and report to work in support of essential (mandatory) University operations, even when adverse weather or other emergency conditions may require the University to close.
A valid NC Driver’s License or ability to obtain one prior to start date.
Preferred Qualifications, Competencies, and Experience:
Progressive experience in a higher education institution, with recent experience in the Fire Alarm/Security industry. Experience with future planning and budget management and integrating current technologies into a facilities maintenance operations group.
A Fire Sprinkler Maintenance License issued by the NC State Board of Examiners of Plumbing, Heating, & Fire Sprinkler Contractors. Fire Sprinkler Inspection Technician License issued by the NC State Board of Examiners of Plumbing, Heating, & Fire Sprinkler Contractors. NICET Level II certifications in Inspection and Testing of Water-Based Systems and Fire Alarm Systems.
A NC Locksmith license or graduation from an industry recognized certification course.
Certified Alarm Technician in security, access controls, and CCTV. Experience in the review of various phases of building design in reference to life safety systems. Experience in conducting system operational testing, inspections, and commissioning, during and after new building construction with all aspects of life safety/ access-control type systems.
Special Physical/Mental Requirements:
Ability to climb ladders and work from scaffolds. Bend, squat, and stoop to complete work. Ability to move objects weighing up to 40 pounds to an overhead position with or without reasonable accommodation; work for extended periods of time; stand and sit. As an emergency employee, this individual is subject to emergency response and the physical effort could be significant depending on the nature of the emergency. Physically, the worker must have a high degree of hand-eye coordination and dexterity.
Campus Security Authority Responsibilities:
Not Applicable.
Special Instructions:
**ELIGIBILITY FOR SIGN-ON BONUS
The selected candidate for this position may be eligible for a sign-on bonus. Qualified applicants must apply and be selected from the candidate pool of this posting and meet the State policy following requirements:
To be eligible for a Sign-on bonus, an individual must not have worked in a probationary, permanent, or time-limited appointment in the last 12 months as an employee in North Carolina state government, including without limitation the judicial system, state executive branch agencies, and the university system.
A newly hired permanent full time or permanent part-time (more than 20 hours a week) employee are eligible for a sign-on bonus (this will be prorated for employees working more than 20 hours and less than 40 hours per week).
This SHRA Sign-on Bonus is contingent upon budget and final eligibility determination as of the effective date of hire. All recipients must sign the Pay Back Agreement form. Additional information regarding the SHRA Sign-on Policy can be found https://oshr.nc.gov/policies/sign-and-retention-bonus-policy.
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