Access Control & Fire Life and Safety Supervisor at University of California, Riverside – Riverside, California
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Overview
Job ID 37141429
Category Campus Operations and Facilities
Organization Facilities Planning Design & Const
Department Maintenance Services
Location Main Campus - UCR
Salary $84,100 - $154,700
Date Posted March 19, 2026
Application Deadline Open Until Filled
Schedule Various Hours
Full/Part Time Full-time(100%)
Level of Supervision Direction
Personnel Program Code Professional & Support Staff
Other Information Qualifies for Employee Referral Bonus: No
UC Internal Job: No
Position Information
The full salary range for the Access Control Fire & Life Safety Supervisor is $84,100.00 - $154,700.00 annually. However, the expected pay scale for this position is up to $125,000.00 annually. We base salary offers on a variety of considerations, such as education, licensure and certifications, experience, and other business and organizational needs.The Access Control Fire & Life Safety Supervisor oversees the access control and fire & life safety skilled trades and staff in the maintenance unit of Facilities Services. For the access control trade, oversees the inspection, repair, preventative maintenance, operation, calibration, installation, and safety requirements for campus access control systems, door hardware, and locksmith services. This includes, but is not limited to, networked and stand-alone electronic access systems; card readers; credentials and access management software; multi-level key and key control systems; building, door, and lock hardware; surveillance interfaces as applicable; safes; and parking access systems. For the fire & life safety trade, oversees inspection, repair, preventative maintenance, operation, calibration, testing, and inspection for fire prevention and life safety systems, including wet systems, emergency lighting, fire extinguishers, intrusion security alarms and fire alarm fiber networks in accordance with National Fire Prevention Association (NFPA), State Fire Marshal Office, UC Riverside Fire Marshal, UCPD and other regulatory requirements. Coordinates, facilitates and monitors elevator contractors, state elevator inspections, service and maintenance; ensures all aspects of elevator operation and maintenance meet Department of Consumer Affairs (DCA) requirements and code compliance. Manages clear and accurate documentation of all inspections, testing and maintenance performed. Provides direct supervision to trade staff: assigns and directs daily work assignments; reviews work for quality and completion; monitors work orders and closes out completed work orders. Reviews plans, specifications, and requisitions for projects to establish daily, weekly, and long-range work schedules. Obtains and maintains stock inventory of parts, materials and equipment necessary for timely completion of projects. Coordinates, facilitates and monitors, safety and technical, training programs. Ensures safety procedures are followed and maintained. Promotes and maintains a strong customer service focused environment and cooperative teamwork philosophy in the unit. Responsible for daily operational administration and personnel management, including staffing, hiring, training, disciplinary action, termination, and performance management. Maintains knowledge of building and safety codes, hazardous material handling and disposal, and labor contracts. Provides operational support to other Facilities Services units, as necessary.Applicants must have current work authorization when accepting a UCR staff position. Currently, we are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment Visa for staff.As a University employee, you will be required to comply with all applicable University policies and/or collective bargaining agreements, as may be amended from time to time. Federal, state, or local government directives may impose additional requirements.
Requirements
Educational Requirements
| Degree | Requirement |
|---|---|
| Bachelor's degree in related area and/or equivalent experience/training. | Required |
| Experience | Requirement |
|---|---|
| 6 - 10 years of related experience. | Required |
| Experience using online and/or web-based work order systems. | Preferred |
| Previous supervisory/managerial experience. | Preferred |
| License | Requirement |
|---|---|
| Valid Driver License | Required |
| State of California C-16 Fire Protection License. | Preferred |
| State of California Alarm Company Employee License. | Preferred |
| Certification | Requirement |
|---|---|
| Certification in a specialty skilled trade. | Required |
| Certified Fire/Life/Safety Certification from CA Department of Industrial Relations. | Preferred |
| National Institute for Certification in Engineering Technologies (NICET) Fire Alarm Systems Certification. | Preferred |
| Special Condition | Requirement |
|---|---|
| Must wear University issued ID badge. | Required |
| Must be available to respond to on-call or after hour emergencies. | Required |
| Ability to operate University vehicles for business and operational needs. | Required |
| Shift Work (hours outside standard Mon-Fri 8AM-5PM work hours) | Required |
| Required to hold valid driver's license, have a driving record that is in accordance with local policies/procedures, and/or enroll in the California Employer Pull Notice Program. | Required |
| Hired candidate must successfully pass a background check prior to appointment start date. | Required |
| Exercise the utmost discretion in managing sensitive information learned in the course of performing their duties. Sensitive information includes but is not limited to employee and student records, health and patient records, financial data, strategic plans, proprietary information, and any other sensitive or non-public information learned during the course and scope of employment. Understands that sensitive information should be shared on a limited basis and actively takes steps to limit access to sensitive information to individuals who have legitimate business need to know. Ensure that sensitive information is properly safeguarded. Follow all organizational policies and laws on data protection and privacy. This includes secure handling of physical and digital records and proper usage of IT systems to prevent data leaks. The unauthorized or improper disclosure of confidential work-related information obtained from any source on any work-related matter is a violation of these expectations. | Required |
| Solid knowledge and skills in the specialty craft supervised. |
| Solid supervisory skills to include organization, scheduling, assigning work and ensuring quality standards are met. |
| Skills to actively promote and maintain safety standards. |
| Solid skills to effectively select and evaluate staff, and to appropriately handle disciplinary issues. |
| Ability to ensure that quality and customer service standards are communicated, implemented and continually monitored. |
| Ability establish and maintain interpersonal relations with diverse personnel, vendors and campus clients. |
| Skill in communicating effectively with campus clients, contractors, and support staff both verbally and in writing. Ability to read, write, speak and understand the English language. |
| Ability to be flexible to shifting priorities, demands and timelines. Strong organizational skills to successfully complete multiple assignments with competing deadlines. Skill in working effectively, following through on assignments with minimal direction and a fluctuating workload. |
| Strong analytical and problem solving skills. |
| Proficient computer/technical skills. Knowledge of Microsoft Office applications such as Outlook, Word, and Excel. |
| Ability to generate and provide reports on project status, staffing, equipment, schedules, metrics, etc. |
| Knowledge and understanding of applicable laws, rules, codes, regulations, and internal policies. Knowledge of codes related to the American with Disabilities Act (ADA) for building access and egress devices. |
| Ability to motivate and inspire staff to provide the highest level of quality and service to campus constituents. |
| Knowledge, skills and experience working with all phases of fire and security alarm systems, using software based monitoring and controls. Knowledge and experience interpreting and applying UBC, ADA, NEC, NFPA codes as they relate to Fire & Security alarm systems. |
| Knowledge, skills and experience working with elevators and intrusion alarm systems and all related code requirements. |
| Demonstrated knowledge of the access control skilled trade. Skilled experience to supervise the emergency repair and routine maintenance of all access control systems, door and lock hardware equipment including mechanical, electronic, and biometric. |
| Demonstrated knowledge of networked and stand-alone access systems and software; multi-level key systems; key control systems; keys; key cabinets, etc. |
| Demonstrated knowledge of IP cameras, analog cameras, and DVR's used in surveillance systems. |
| Solid financial skills to accurately project costs of potential jobs and to consistently complete work within established budgetary and time constraints. |
| Working knowledge of collective bargaining units and agreements. |
Additional Information
In the Heart of Inland Southern California, UC Riverside is located on nearly 1,200 acres near Box Springs Mountain in Southern California; the park-like campus provides convenient access to the vibrant and growing Inland region. The campus is a living laboratory for the exploration of issues critical to growing communities' air, water, energy, transportation, politics, the arts, history, and culture. UCR gives every student, faculty and staff member the resources to explore, engage, imagine and excel.
UC Riverside is recognized as one of the most ethnically diverse research universities in the country boasting several key rankings of which we are extremely proud.
- UC Riverside is proud to be ranked No. 12 among all U.S. universities, according to Money Magazine's 2020 rankings, and among the top 1 percent of universities worldwide, according to the 2019-20 Center for World University rankings.
- UC Riverside is the top university in the United States for social mobility. - U.S. News 2020
- UCR is a member of the University Innovation Alliance, the leading national coalition of public research universities committed to improving student success for low-income, first-generation, and students of color.
- Among top-tier universities, UC Riverside ranks No. 2 in financial aid. - Business Insider 2019
- Ranked No. 2 in the world for research, UCR's Department of Entomology maintains one of the largest collections of insect specimens the nation. - Center for World University Rankings
- UCR's distinguished faculty boasts 2 Nobel Laureates, and 13 members of the National Academies of Science and Medicine.
The University of California is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age, protected veteran status, or other protected categories under state or federal law. It is the policy of the University of California to undertake affirmative action and anti-discrimination efforts, consistent with its obligations as a Federal and State contractor.
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