Building Security Services Specialist III

Position Title:

Building Security Services Specialist III

Job Group:

Professional & Scientific

Required Minimum Qualifications:

High school diploma or equivalent and 5 years of related experience.

Preferred Qualifications:

3 years of supervision, management and/or training management.
Experience with key and card access/management experience related to surveillance camera systems on various platforms. 
Experience with management systems/workflow software and Microsoft Office Products. (Microsoft office, Workday, Total Maintenance Authority, Phoenix etc)
Experience with communication to internal/external stakeholders, agencies, departments, etc.
Experience completing tasks that require high attention-to-detail, organizational skills, and reporting including risk assessment.

Job Description:

The Department of Residence at Iowa State University is looking to hire a Building Security Services Specialist III. The Building Security Services Specialist III is responsible for overseeing day-to-day building access, surveillance, and security operations across the campus. This position requires strong professional and technical skills to independently manage and enhance security systems while supporting institutional goals. This role requires a proactive approach to enhancing campus security and ensuring the safety of all personnel and facilities.

Summary
Coordinates and provides guidance on day-to-day building access, surveillance, and security issues campus-wide.

Example of Duties
• Coordinates, configures, operates, and maintains physical and electronic security systems.
• Assists with developing customer rates and managing budget.
• Oversees and coordinates with staff on access and maintenance for security systems.
• Collaborates with vendors and contractors for security support.
• Assists in developing policies and procedures related to building access, surveillance, and security.

Level Guidelines
• Senior-level position possessing high-level professional and/or technical skills working independently under minimal supervision to support ISU’s mission and department or work unit goals
• Applies senior-level professional knowledge and expertise to work requiring greater latitude
• Solves moderately complex problems and regularly exercises judgment to determine appropriate action
• Regularly exercises judgment to resolve problems and determine appropriate action on a broad set of issue and problems. May provide recommendations regarding problems/issues outside the bounds of defined procedures and practices
• Responds to complicated inquiries, provides training, and provides direction to lower-level staff
• May provide supervision for one to two other staff (i.e., leads a small work team)
• May lead projects for which well-defined practices and procedures may not exist
• Provides guidance to students

Appointment Type:

Regular

Number of Months Employed Per Year:

12 Month Work Period

Time Type:

Full time

Pay Grade:

PS808

Application Instructions:

To apply for this position, please click on “Apply” and complete the Employment Application. Please be prepared to enter or attach the following: 1) Resume/Curriculum Vitae 2) Letter of Application/Cover Letter If you have questions regarding this application process, please email employment@iastate.edu or call 515-294-4800 or Toll Free: 1-877-477-7485. Why Choose ISU? Iowa State Employees enjoy comprehensive health and work-life benefits, including medical and dental; as well as: • Retirement benefits including defined benefit and defined contribution plans • Generous vacation, holiday and sick time and leave plans • Onsite childcare (Ames, Iowa) • Life insurance and long-term disability • Flexible Spending Accounts • Various voluntary benefits and discounts • Employee Assistance Program • Wellbeing program • Iowa State offers WorkFlex options for some positions. WorkFlex offers flexibility on when, where, and how you do your work. For more information, please speak with the Hiring Manager.

Original Posting Date:

October 23, 2024

Posting Close Date:

November 5, 2024

Job Requisition Number:

R15762