Life, Fire & Safety Manager

DescriptionThe Manager of Fire & Life Safety is responsible for the oversight, inspection, maintenance, and compliance of all fire protection and life safety systems across Central Piedmont Community College’s multi-campus portfolio. This role serves as the on-site technical authority for fire alarms, sprinklers, fire pumps, emergency systems, and code compliance, ensuring the safety of students, staff, and visitors. The Manager will lead in-house inspection programs, reduce outsourced service calls, support regulatory requirements, and provide expert troubleshooting and repair guidance to facilities teams.ResponsibilitiesFire & Life Safety Inspections Perform full inspections and functional testing of fire alarm, sprinkler, fire pump, standpipe, emergency lighting, and life safety systems across all campuses. Conduct routine emergency system checks, including fire pump weekly churn tests and generator-related life safety circuits. Document findings and maintain up-to-date inspection records in accordance with NFPA, State Fire Marshal, and local regulatory standards. Technical Expertise & Troubleshooting Act as the on-site technical authority for all fire protection and life safety systems. Provide in-house troubleshooting and minor repairs to reduce outsourced work orders and vendor dependency. Support maintenance teams with diagnosis of system faults, device malfunctions, communication issues, and impairment events. Regulatory Compliance & Risk Management Assist in managing impairment plans, ensuring proper notifications, fire watch documentation, and restoration procedures. Ensure strict compliance with NFPA codes, North Carolina Fire Code, and State Fire Marshal requirements. Prepare for and support inspections by third-party agencies, including the Fire Marshal. Vendor & Contract Oversight Review inspection reports from subcontractors and vendors for accuracy, code compliance, and completeness. Oversee contracted repairs to ensure proper scope, pricing accuracy, and College cost control. Coordinate with outside vendors as needed, ensuring work quality and alignment with CPCC standards. Operational Efficiency Reduce outsourced service calls by building internal capability for routine inspections and minor system repairs. Track trends in system performance, recurring issues, and asset life cycle to support long-term planning. Provide technical guidance to facilities staff related to fire/life safety systems and emergency procedures. Qualifications NICET Level III in Fire Alarm Systems, Sprinkler Systems, or Fire Protection required. 10 years of experience in fire protection, life safety inspection, fire alarms, or related technical fields. Ability to obtain and maintain all applicable North Carolina Licenses within designated timeline. Strong working knowledge of NFPA standards, local fire codes, and inspection/testing procedures. Experience with digital inspection platforms, work order systems, and report documentation.