Security Systems Technician

Job Description: Summary The University of South Alabama’s Access Control department is seeking to hire a Security Systems Technician.

Essential Functions: These are the job duties required of the position.

Essential Functions: Installs and maintains mechanical and electronic access control systems. Ensures that all key requests and key returns are completed in compliance with the University’s Key Management policies and procedures. Replaces and re-keys locks and duplicates keys as needed. Assists with the distribution and retrieval of keys. Updates information to department key boxes. Reads and analyzes blueprints and visually inspects project sites. Coordinates mechanical access control and/or electronic access control systems for new and renovated facilities. Ensures all key issuance receipts and key return receipts are properly documented and entered into key management systems. Performs key audits. Utilizes a University vehicle to travel to various locations. Serves as essential personnel during University closings. Regular and prompt attendance. Ability to work schedule as defined and overtime as required. Related duties as required. Posting Information Number of Vacancies Number of Vacancies 1 Position End Date (if temporary) Job Open Date Job Open Date 09/28/2026 Job Close Date Open Until Filled Yes Special Instructions to Applicants Working Days Working Days Monday - Friday Working Hours Working Hours 7:00 a.m. - 3:30 p.m. Job Location Job Location Main Campus Full-time or Part-Time Full-time or Part-Time Full Time Regular or Temporary Regular or Temporary Regular Supplemental Questions Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*). * Are you at least 18 years of age? Yes No * Do you have a legal right to work in the United States? Yes No * The University of South Alabama typically does not sponsor individuals for staff positions. Will you now or in the future require sponsorship for employment visa status? Yes No * What is the highest level of education you have completed? Less than High School High School Diploma or equivalent Associates Degree Bachelors Degree (or will obtain within 6 months) Masters Degree (or will obtain within 6 months) Terminal Degree (or will obtain within 6 months) * Do you have current certification in Lenel Access Control training? Yes No * How many years of related experience do you have? Less than 1 year Between 1 - 3 years Between 3 - 5 years Between 5 - 7 years More than 7 years * Do you possess a valid driver's license? Yes No * How did you hear about this position? USA website Linked In Zip Recruiter Indeed Higher Ed Jobs Alabama Career Center / Alabama Works Facebook Word of mouth Other Required Documents Resume Cover Letter The University of South Alabama is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, religion, age, genetic information, disability, protected veteran status or any other applicable legally protected basis. If you feel you have been discriminated against, please notify the Equal Employment Opportunity Investigator or the Associate Vice President, Finance and Administration/CHRO.

EO Employer: minorities/females/veterans/disabilities/sexual orientation/gender identity. Annual Security and Fire Safety Report The University of South Alabama publishes certain crime statistics for the most recent three-year period as required by the Jeanne Clery Act. The Annual Security and Fire Safety Report is required by federal law and contains policy statements and crime statistics for the school. The report, along with additional information, is available online at: http://www.southalabama.edu/departments/police/resources/fireandsafetyreport.pdf. You may also request a paper copy from the University Police office located at 290 Stadium Blvd, Beta Gamma Commons Building, Mobile, AL 36688.