Fire Alarm Supervisor (Electronics Specialist IV)

Job Summary:

This is an exciting opportunity for a skilled fire alarm professional to lead critical life safety operations at a major research university. As the Fire Alarm Supervisor, you will oversee system reliability and emergency response across the CU Anschutz campus. This role is vital to the protection of students, staff, research, and facilities, and offers the chance to work on high-impact duties, respond to real-time emergencies, and manage a dedicated team of technicians. You'll collaborate with Facilities, Risk Management, and Project Managers, exterior Fire Alarm vendors and more to ensure compliance, support campus events, and uphold a high standard of safety and service.

Key Responsibilities:

• Oversee inspection, maintenance, programming, and repair of fire alarm systems and life safety components.

• Lead and supervise the Fire Alarm Technician team, including scheduling, training, and performance management.

• Respond to alarm activations, system faults, repairs/troubleshooting of alarm systems, including after-hours incidents.

• Manage the AED and fire extinguisher programs, ensuring compliance and equipment readiness.

• Collaborate on fire alarm plan reviews, special events, drills, outages, and system upgrades.

Work Location:

Onsite - this role is expected to work onsite and is located in Aurora, Colorado.

Why Join Us:

Join the mission-driven Facilities Management division of Infrastructure,

Safety and Compliance which plays a vital role in supporting the safety, research, healthcare, and academic operations of both the CU Anschutz Medical Campus and CU Denver (on occasion). You'll be part of a collaborative, hands-on environment where your expertise directly protects lives and enables innovation in health, science, and education. With access to professional development, diverse projects, and a strong culture of teamwork, this is a meaningful opportunity to grow your career while making a daily impact on two unique and thriving campuses.

The University of Colorado offers a comprehensive benefits package that includes health insurance, life insurance, retirement plans, tuition benefits, ECO pass, paid time off - vacation, sick, and holidays and more. To see what benefits are available, please visit: https://www.cu.edu/employee-services/benefits-wellness.

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement:

The University of Colorado (CU) is an Equal Opportunity Employer and complies with all applicable federal, state, and local laws governing non-discrimination in employment. We are committed to creating a workplace where all individuals are treated with respect and dignity, and we encourage individuals from all backgrounds to apply, including protected veterans and individuals with disabilities.

Qualifications:

Please make sure to include the following in your resume: job title, duties, months and years employed, and average hours worked per week as minimum experience is calculated on a 40-hour/week basis.

Minimum Qualifications:

• At least four (4) years of technical experience repairing, performing maintenance, inspecting, testing, installing, modifying, calibrating, certifying, or fabricating equipment related to fire alarms and systems and/or fire/life safety equipment.

Colorado law requires that candidates for state government jobs be residents of Colorado at the time of application.

Applicants must meet minimum qualifications at the time of hire.

Preferred Qualifications:

• NICET II Certification or higher

• Edwards Systems Technology (EST) Factory Fireworks certification

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Thorough knowledge of fire alarm systems including initiating devices, notification appliances, control panels, and supervisory components.

• Working knowledge of NFPA and ICC (IFC, IBC) codes, and other applicable fire codes, standards, and regulations.

• Demonstrated ability to read and interpret construction drawings, wiring diagrams, and technical schematics.

• Proficient with emergency response protocols related to fire alarm system failures or activations.

• Ability to supervise technical staff, including assigning work, providing guidance/professional development, and evaluating performance.

• Strong organizational and time management skills to manage preventive maintenance, inspections, and emergency repairs.

• Effective written and verbal communication skills to interact with team members, vendors, and campus stakeholders. Ability to utilize Microsoft products to communicate (email) and create/retain documents (word, excel, teams, etc.).

• Proficiency in using work order, asset management systems and other software's related to building system maintenance and operations (e.g., Maximo, Building Reports, etc.).

• Physical ability to walk long distances on campus, lift equipment, climb ladders, and work in confined spaces or elevated areas as required.

How to Apply:

Application Materials Instructions:

APPLICATION DEADLINE: This announcement is open until 08/17/25

To apply, please submit the following materials to this posting:

• A cover letter and resume that specifically addresses the job requirements and outlines your qualifications in a Word Document or PDF File.

Incomplete Applications may not be considered.

Questions should be directed to: Kenyari Jones, Kenyari.Jones@cuanschutz.edu

Special Instructions to Applicants

Classified Staff positions have specific application requirements:

• Submit all required documents indicated in this posting and include a current email address and phone number.

• Please address minimum qualifications, competencies and preferred qualifications in your cover letter, as these along with previous work experience will be used in the assessment process.

• Click here to view Veteran and other General Information regarding Classified Staff positions: https://www.cu.edu/cu-careers/special-instructions-classified-staff-applicants

For those who meet minimum qualifications, the comparative analysis process will include one or all of the following:

• Preferred Qualifications Application Review based on the preferred qualifications listed in the posting.

  • Candidates will be evaluated and rated against the preferred qualifications based on information submitted within their application materials. Note: Candidates are not physically present for this portion of the comparative analysis.

  • Interviews based on the job requirements, preferred qualifications and competencies listed in the posting.

Candidates will be evaluated, scored and ranked based on oral responses

Interviews may be over the phone, videoconference or in-person

You will be notified via email if the comparative analysis process changes or includes additional assessment tools other than those listed above.

Anticipated Pay Range:

The starting salary range (or hiring range) for this position has been established as: $6,993 - $8,327 per month ($83,916 - $99,92 per year).

This position is not eligible for overtime compensation.

The above hiring range represents the University's good faith and reasonable estimate of the range of possible compensation at the time of posting.

If you have prior state-classified service in the same class series as this position, your pay may be set at a higher amount per the state Step Pay Program implemented on July 1, 2024. For more information about the Step Pay Program, please visit the 2025 Step Pay Program for State of Colorado Employees | DHR.

Your total compensation goes beyond the number on your paycheck. The University of Colorado provides generous leave, health plans and retirement contributions that add to your bottom line.

Total Compensation Calculator: http://www.cu.edu/node/153125

ADA Statement:

The University will provide reasonable accommodations to applicants with disabilities throughout the employment application process. To request an accommodation pursuant to the Americans with Disabilities Act, please contact the Human Resources ADA Coordinator at hr.adacoordinator@cuanschutz.edu.

Background Check Statement:

The University of Colorado Anschutz Medical Campus is dedicated to ensuring a safe and secure environment for our faculty, staff, students, and visitors. To assist in achieving that goal, we conduct background investigations for all prospective employees.

Vaccination Statement:

CU Anschutz strongly encourages vaccination against the COVID-19 virus and other vaccine preventable diseases. If you work, visit, or volunteer in healthcare facilities or clinics operated by our affiliated hospital or clinical partners or by CU Anschutz, you will be required to comply with the vaccination and medical surveillance policies of the facilities or clinics where you work, visit, or volunteer, respectively. In addition, if you work in certain research areas or perform certain safety sensitive job duties, you must enroll in the occupational health medical surveillance program.