Access Control and IT Technician

George Mason University

Fairfax, Virginia

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JOB DETAILS

SKILLS

Access Control, Access Control Hardware, Acquisition Integration, Alliance/Partner Management, Best Practices, Business Services, Business Support, CCTV, Calendar Management, Commissioning, Communication Skills, Customer Support/Service, Documentation, Equipment Maintenance/Repair, Establish Priorities, Help Desk, High School Diploma, Identify Issues, Information Technology & Information Systems, Maintenance Services, Management of Information Systems/Technology (MIS), Network Administration/Management, Network Connectivity, Network Software, Network Systems, Operations Processes, Physical Security, Procedure Development, Process Improvement, Product Testing, Project Schedule, Quality Management, Record Keeping, Resolve Customer Issues, Security Equipment, Software Patches, Staff Training, Standard Operating Procedures (SOP), Strategic Planning, Systems Administration/Management, Technical Support, Time Management, University/School Policies

LOCATION

Fairfax, Virginia

POSTED

2 days ago

Department: Auxiliary and Business Services

Classification: Computer Ops Tech 1

Job Category: Classified Staff

Job Type: Full-Time

Work Schedule: Full-time (1.0 FTE, 40 hrs/wk)

Location: Fairfax, VA

Workplace Type: On Site Required

Sponsorship Eligibility: Not eligible for visa sponsorship

Pay Band: 03

Salary: Salary range $63,000-$69,000 (max); commensurate with education and experience

Restricted: Yes

Criminal Background Check: Yes

About the Department:

The purpose of Auxiliary and Business Services (ABS) is to improve the quality of campus life for students, faculty, staff, and the community. Auxiliary and Business Services supports the university's overall strategic plan by providing quality goods, innovative services, and strategic business partnerships that improve value, increase student success, and enhance the university's financial condition.

About the Position:

The primary purpose of the Access Control and IT Technician is to provide maintenance to the university's CCTV equipment and access control hardware to ensure proper operation of all components of the systems are functional (including door contacts, request to exit devices, readers, the actual lock, power supplies, encoders, network connections, and cameras). This also includes maintenance of network connectivity and software settings for all connected hardware, ensuring proper documentation of work completed and inventory used.

Responsibilities:

Repairs and Installs Access Control, Alarm, and CCTV Systems:

Provides and coordinates repairs and maintenance of technical equipment;
Troubleshoots and provides end-user technical support for access control, alarm, and CCTV systems;
Performs timely installations of university card access, alarm, and CCTV system installations to include running, pulling, terminating, and splicing cable, as well as mounting system control panels and related components, both mechanical and electronic; and
Trains peers and colleagues as directed by the supervisor.

Serves as Commissioning Agent of Large Contract Installs and Provides Oversight for Contractors:

Ensures continuity and accuracy of contracted access control installs; and
Maintains appropriate records and details of work done and time spent in the appropriate work order system.

Handles Customer Service Issues and Manages Requests and Inquiries for Technical Services:

Conducts all work in a timely manner in accordance with established George Mason University Access Control standards and policies with a focus on accuracy, customer service, and maintaining security;
Reviews and maintains a working knowledge of all department policies, as well as laws and university policies pertaining to all relevant access control, alarm, and CCTV usage and installation best practices and policies;
Follows Standard Operating Procedures and other department, university, and state policies;
Complies with state, university, and department leave policies; and
Demonstrates punctuality and reports on time for all work-related functions to include training, meetings, and other duties.

Plans, Schedules, and Prioritizes Tasks and Assignments:

Plans, schedules, assigns, and prioritizes projects and assignments in consultation with the Physical Security IT Manager or designee;
Effectively communicates status of assignments to appropriate personnel, working cooperatively to schedule projects and assignments in accordance with established procedures and special operational priorities;
Instructs staff in work procedures;
Evaluates products and services and provides recommendations on available technology to best serve the customer or department; and
Coordinates projects as assigned related to acquisition and integration of software programs and technical equipment.

Patches and Services Network Connected Systems and Ensures Continuity of Service:

Maintains working relationship with university information technology personnel;
Provides end-user technical support to troubleshoot and rectify issues when requested; and
Performs other related duties as assigned.

Required Qualifications:

High school diploma or equivalent;
Demonstrated experience working with network connectivity issues and/or experience with installation and repair of ala

Access Control and IT Technician

George Mason University

Fairfax, Virginia

About the Company

George Mason University

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