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(Auraria) Life Safety Specialist Lead

Salary

$5,921.00 Monthly

Location

Denver, CO

Job Type

Full Time

Job Number

AHEC-0692-05.2025

Department

Auraria Higher Education Center

Division

Facillities Management Services Division

Opening Date

05/28/2025

Closing Date

6/11/2025 11:59 PM Mountain

FLSA

Determined by Position

Type of Announcement

This position is open only to Colorado state residents.

Primary Physical Work Address

Auraria Campus

FLSA Status

Non-Exempt; position is eligible for overtime compensation.

Department Contact Information

Nicole Yanez at [email protected]

How To Apply

Please submit an online application for this position at https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/colorado. Reach out to the Department Contact to apply using a paper application, including any supplemental questions. Failure to submit a complete and timely application may result in the rejection of your application. Applicants are responsible for ensuring that application materials are received by the appropriate Human Resources office before the closing date and time listed.

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Department Information

Who we are: Welcome to the Auraria Campus located in the Platte River Valley in downtown Denver. The Auraria Campus is the service provider for 38,000 students and approximately 5,000 faculty and staff working at and attending the Community College of Denver, Metropolitan State University of Denver, and the University of Colorado Denver . Learn more about us through this link: The Auraria Campus (https://aurariacampus.edu/)

Auraria employees enjoy an excellent benefits package which includes paid vacation, holidays, and sick leave, multiple medical, dental and vision options, discounted RTD Eco-Pass, BenefitHub and outstanding retirement plan. Learn more through this link: Benefits Package (https://aurariacampus.edu/ahec-staff/human-resources/classified-benefits/) .

So, if you're interested in a great job working alongside great people, this may be the opportunity for which you've been waiting for.

Description of Job

Job Summary:

T his role is a part of the State Classified Series Electronics Specialist III and provides technical expertise in Life Safety Services within the Facilities Operations and Services Division. This role provides technology solutions and support for campus life safety and security systems. This position supports fire alarm systems, intrusion and panic alarm systems. The position is responsible for annual inspections of fire alarm systems in accordance with NFPA 72 regulations and compliance requirements by the City and County of Denver. Collaborating and maintaining a working relationship with other service departments essential, as is coordination with the three institutions housed on campus: the Community College of Denver, Metropolitan State University, and the University of Colorado Denver.

Essential Functions:

Life Safety Technical Consultant:

+ Provide technical expertise for the life safety services and systems within the Operations & Services Department of the Facilities Services Division.

+ Provides operations and maintenance services that are cost effective through performing and/or subcontracts all related duties associated with these systems; including system programming, testing, maintenance and repairs.

+ Ensures campus life safety equipment is operational to support the academic mission of the campus.

+ Coordinate/oversee annual testing and inspection of the Fire Alarm systems on campus.

Lead Work Order Management:

+ Leads and directs the work of other Life Safety Specialists and supporting staff as needed including daily and weekly assignments and associated time tracking.

+ Develops maintenance plans and procedures to be implemented in the work order control system and/or campus wide policies and procedures.

+ Reviews work order system reports to ensure the daily time records, corrective work orders and preventative maintenance work orders are correct and completed in a timely manner.

+ Facilitate training for other personnel on troubleshooting fire alarm problems and operating new fire alarm systems.

Automated Life Safety System Maintenance:

+ Operates, monitors and maintains the computer workstation control system related to campus life safety systems located in Facilities Services and monitored by the Auraria Campus Police Department.

+ Monitors fire alarm system daily for problems and issues. Initiate and complete corrective action as required and maintain records and operations.

+ Performs or subcontracts all related duties associated with this system, including system installations, updates, programming, testing and repairs.

+ Tests and updates workstation alarm point information to ensure end user emergency contact and alarm point location is accurate in order to facilitate appropriate response.

+ Assists in installation and/or integration of all new fire alarm systems.

Support other departments, shops, and campus users with other duties as assigned including but not limited to snow removal, project support, events support, and/or emergency response.

Minimum Qualifications, Substitutions, Conditions of Employment & Appeal Rights

Minimum Qualifications:

Experience Only:

+ Three (3) years of relevant experience in life safety equipment inspection and/or repair for commercial and/or institutional facilities (may include: fire alarms, security alarm, sprinkler systems, and/or fire extinguisher)

OR

Education and Experience:

+ A combination of related education (may include: engineering; Life Safety; Fire; EMT; Low Voltage; and/or a related) and/or relevant experience (may include; fire alarms, security alarm, sprinkler systems, and/or fire extinguisher) in an occupation related to the work assigned equal to three (3) years.

Preferred Qualifications:

+ Fire extinguisher certification and/or ability to pass the Denver Fire Department extinguisher certification within 6-12 months of employment

+ Experience leading and directing work of teams

+ Professional experience working under NFPA code

Conditions of Employment:

+ Must hold or be willing and able to pass the Denver Fire Department extinguisher certification within 6-12 months of employment.

+ Must maintain a valid and unencumbered Colorado driver license.

+ Please note that if offered employment, candidates will be required to furnish a copy of themotor vehicle report (MVR) as part of the background check process.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

+ Ability to read, analyze, and interpret blueprints/construction diagrams.

+ Ability to write and produce reports, business correspondence, and procedure manuals.

+ Ability to effectively present information and respond to client, manager, or customer questions.

+ Ability self-direct own work and capable of effectively coordinating the work of others, e.g., contractors.

+ Ability to work in a team-oriented environment that requires individual thought and initiative.

+ Capable of facilitating the interactions of diverse needs and complex organizations.

+ Ability to maintain professional standards and conduct during stressful and oftentimes emotional situations.

+ Ability to deliver and follow detailed instructions.

+ Possess strong oral and written communication skills.

Supplemental Information

Appeal Rights: If you receive notice that you have been eliminated from consideration for this position, you may file an appeal with the State Personnel Board or request a review by the State Personnel Director.

An appeal or review must be submitted on the official appeal form, signed by you or your representative. This form must be delivered to the State Personnel Board by email ([email protected]), postmarked in US Mail or hand delivered (1525 Sherman Street, 4th Floor, Denver CO 80203), or faxed (303.866.5038) within ten (10) calendar days from your receipt of notice or acknowledgement of the department’s action.

For more information about the appeals process, the official appeal form, and how to deliver it to the State Personnel Board; go tospb.colorado.gov; contact the State Personnel Board for assistance at (303) 866-3300; or refer to 4 Colorado Code of Regulations (CCR) 801-1, State Personnel Board Rules and Personnel Director's Administrative Procedures, Chapter 8, Resolution of Appeals and Disputes, at spb.colorado.govunder Rules.

Colorado Partnership for Quality Jobs and Services Act information

After careful review of this position and the duties that it performs, it has been designated in accordance with the Colorado Partnership for Quality Jobs and Services Act as a "Covered" position, it does fall in the category of employees that are eligible for representation by COWINS, also known as the union. To learn more about this designation please visit this link: http://coloradowins.org/

Applicant Checklist & Minimum Qualifications

E-mail Address

All correspondence regarding your status in the selection/examination process will be conducted by email.

Minimum Qualifications

Your application as submitted is used to determine if you meet Minimum Qualifications. Please read the Minimum Qualifications and ensure that information in your application "draw correlations" to the Minimum Qualifications. Human Resources Analysts will not infer that you meet the Minimum Qualifications if information isn't detailed in your application.

*Years of experience will be expressed in terms of full-time equivalent service with full-time workload equal to one (1) Full-Time Equivalent (FTE) year. No more than 1.00 FTE year may be credited in any twelve (12) month period. Positions working 40 hours or less per week will be pro-rated (30 hrs/wk=0.75 FTE=9 mos credit; 20 hrs/wk=0.5 FTE=6 mos credit; 10 hrs/wk=0.25 FTE=3 mos credit.)*

Commitment to Equity, Diversity and Inclusion

The State of Colorado believes that equity, diversity, and inclusion drive our success, and we encourage candidates from all identities, backgrounds, and abilities to apply. The State of Colorado is an equal opportunity employer committed to building inclusive, innovative work environments with employees who reflect our communities and enthusiastically serve them. Therefore, in all aspects of the employment process, we provide employment opportunities to all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, medical condition related to pregnancy, creed, ancestry, national origin, marital status, genetic information, or military status (with preference given to military veterans), or any other protected status in accordance with applicable law.

Auraria Higher Education Center (AHEC) is committed to the full inclusion of all qualified individuals. As part of this commitment, our agency will assist individuals who have a disability with any reasonable accommodation requests related to employment, including completing the application process, interviewing, completing any pre-employment testing, participating in the employee selection process, and/or to perform essential job functions where the requested accommodation does not impose an undue hardship. If you have a disability and require reasonable accommodation to ensure you have a positive experience applying or interviewing for this position, please direct your inquiries to Nicole Yanez at [email protected]

The State of Colorado offers permanent employees a variety of benefits including medical, dental, life and disability insurance, as well as a comprehensive leave program. Please click the following link for detailed information: www.colorado.gov/pacific/dhr/benefits

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Do you have a valid unencumbered Drivers License?

+ Yes

+ No

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Part of the required documents of this posting, if you are selected as the final candidate, you agree to submit a motor vehicle report?

+ Yes

+ No

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Describe your experience in the following: - functional knowledge in commercial and/or institutional facilities installation, maintenance, and/or operations of fire alarm, security alarm, and/or sprinkler suppression systems - functional knowledge and/or certification for inspections of fire extinguisher

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Are you familiar with and have a professional work understanding of NFPA codes?

+ Yes

+ No

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All installers of life safety systems, and all those who perform the service of inspecting those systems, must have current licenses issued by the Denver Fire Department. Please select all that apply:

+ I am familiar with and understand the Denver Fire Department policies and procedures.

+ I have successfully passed the Denver Fire Department’s fire extinguisher certification and am NOT licensed with the Denver Fire Department.

+ I have successfully passed the Denver Fire Department’s fire extinguisher certification, and I am licensed with the Denver Fire Department.

+ I am willing and able to pass the Denver fire extinguisher certification within 6-12 months of employment.

+ I have a Denver Fire Department Fire Alarm Journeyman Installers License

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Rules of Conduct and Ethical Principles: By submitting this application, applicant acknowledges that the holding of State employment is a public trust and that State employees shall carry out their duties for the benefit of the people of the State of Colorado. § 24-18-103(1), C.R.S. Applicant warrants that they have read and understand the rules of conduct and the ethical principles for State employees as set forth in §§ 24-18-104, 24-18-105, 24-18-108, and 24-18-201, C.R.S. Here is the link for the Colorado Revised Statutes: https://leg.colorado.gov/agencies/office-legislative-legal-services/colorado-revised-statutes. Conflict of Interest: A conflict of interest occurs when an individual or organization has a conflict between competing interests. By submitting this application, applicant hereby discloses the following personal or professional interests, obligations, commitments, or relationships (either personal or professional) that could create the perception of conflicts of interest with their duties at the Auraria Campus:

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Rules of Conduct and Ethical Principles: By submitting this application, applicant acknowledges that the holding of State employment is a public trust and that State employees shall carry out their duties for the benefit of the people of the State of Colorado. § 24-18-103(1), C.R.S. Applicant warrants that they have read and understand the rules of conduct and the ethical principles for State employees as set forth in §§ 24-18-104, 24-18-105, 24-18-108, and 24-18-201, C.R.S. Here is the link for the Colorado Revised Statutes: https://leg.colorado.gov/agencies/office-legislative-legal-services/colorado-revised-statutes. Conflict of Interest: A conflict of interest occurs when an individual or organization has a conflict between competing interests. By submitting this application, applicant hereby discloses the following personal or professional interests, obligations, commitments, or relationships (either personal or professional) that could create the perception of conflicts of interest with their duties at the Auraria Campus:

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