Director of Campus Safety and Fire Prevention

Title: Dir Campus Safety Fire Prevent

Executive Area: Administration and Finance

College/School/MBU: Environmental Health & Safety

Department: Environmental Health & Safety

Work Location: Amherst

Schedule: Full time

Work Arrangement: Onsite

Job Summary

Under the general direction of the Assistant Vice Chancellor of Environmental Health and Safety and
Emergency Management, the Director of Campus Safety and Fire Prevention is responsible for leading the workplace safety, fire prevention,
and construction safety management programs. The Director develops vision, policy, and operational frameworks that promote a safe,
compliant, and healthy campus environment for students, faculty, staff, and visitors. The Director is responsible for interpreting and
applying State Building and Fire Codes, OSHA regulations, and related federal, state, and local safety requirements, and for leading
institution-wide initiatives that reduce risk, prevent injury, and ensure regulatory compliance. The Director collaborates closely with
campus partners, senior leadership, external agencies, and contracted vendors to ensure campus safety standards are clearly communicated,
consistently applied, and continuously improved.

Essential Functions

Serves as a senior leader within the
Environmental Health & Safety (EHS) department, contributing to the overall strategic planning, goal setting, and performance measurement of
the organization. Collaborates with other EHS directors and managers to ensure program alignment, operational effectiveness, and continuous
improvement in service delivery.

Oversees the campus-wide safety and fire prevention programs. Evaluates program effectiveness and
recommends policy, procedural, and operational improvements. Develops and maintains systems for reporting, analyzing, and communicating
safety performance metrics and trends.

Directs the construction safety management program, including review and approval of
contractor safety programs, coordination of contractor safety orientation, and evaluation of site-specific safety plans, ensuring
consistency across construction and renovation projects.

Directs and maintains the University’s confined space entry program to
ensure compliance with OSHA standards. Coordinates atmospheric testing requirements, emergency rescue planning, and contractor oversight
related to confined space entry.

Develops and delivers training programs, workshops, and communication strategies to promote a strong
and proactive safety culture among faculty, staff, and students. Leads outreach efforts to increase awareness of fire prevention, accident
prevention, and safe work practices.

Provides technical leadership in emergency and after-hours response activities involving safety
or fire prevention concerns. Coordinates with regulatory authorities and campus partners, leads or supports incident investigations,
prepares official reports, and ensures corrective actions are implemented and tracked.

Serves as the University’s subject matter
expert for workplace safety, fire safety, and related regulatory standards. Interprets and applies OSHA regulations, state building code
requirements, and other applicable laws. Advises senior leadership, departments, and project managers on compliance requirements, risk
mitigation strategies, and best practices.

Represents the department in institutional initiatives and committees focused on safety
culture, risk reduction, and research excellence.

Other Functions

Performs related duties as assigned or
required to meet Department, Executive Area/Division, and University goals and objectives.

Uses access to sensitive and/or not yet
public university related information only in the performance or the responsibilities of the position and exercises care to prevent
unnecessary disclosure; maintains confidentiality of all information related to patients, medical staff, and employees.

Works with
Human Resources, Labor Relations, and union officials to resolve personnel matters; participates as second step hearing officer and
represents the department in grievance investigations, hearings, and arbitrations.

Minimum Qualifications

Bachelor’s Degree and six years of work experience in workplace safety, fire prevention, industrial safety, construction safety
oversight, or related regulatory fields.

Ability to function with minimal oversight to achieve established goals and
objectives.

Demonstrated excellent interpersonal skills and work ethic. Ability to develop cooperative working relationships with the
campus community. Demonstrated ability to educate others in safe work

Experience developing and implementing safety programs,
conducting hazard assessments, and leading compliance or risk-reduction initiatives

Valid driver’s license and ability to pass a
baseline physical exam.

Excellent communication skills including oral presentations and technical writing abilities. Proficient in
the use of technology.

Working Conditions

Work is performed in a laboratory or healthcare setting and may
involve exposure to chemicals or infectious diseases. Requires standing for extended periods of time and/or use of protective gear.

Work Schedule and Work Arrangement

Monday – Friday; 7:00 AM – 3:30 PM

Salary
Information

Pay Grade: PSSAP Grade 30

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Special Instructions for Applicants

Along with the application, please
submit a resume, and cover letter. References will be checked at the finalist stage. Please be prepared to provide contact information for
three (3) professional references.

This position will remain open for the time period required by any applicable collective
bargaining agreement and will continue until a suitable candidate pool is identified. Interested applicants are strongly encouraged to apply
early.

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