Systems Specialist for Access Control

The Ball State University Housing and Residence Life department has an opening for Systems Specialist for Access Control. The Systems Specialist develops and maintains all card and key access systems for students living in the residence halls, housing and residence life staff, summer conference guests, vendors/contractors, and others needing access to residential facilities. This includes development of access schedules, review of access requests, safety and security audits, report writing, and other systems responsibilities. This full time opportunity comes with a great benefits package that includes medical and prescription plans, dental, flexible spending and health savings accounts, paid time off, holiday pay, University funded retirement, tuition discounts, employee discounts to the pools and workout facilities, and much more! Come and be a part of the Ball State University Housing and Residence Life Team!

Develop and maintain all card and key access systems for students living in the residence halls, housing and residence life staff, summer conference guests, vendors/contractors, and others needing access to residential facilities. This includes development of access schedules, review of access requests, safety and security audits, report writing, and other systems responsibilities. Assists with other HRL systems including work orders and housing management systems, reports, documentations and other IT systems functions.

Associate's degree from an accredited institution in computing science, systems, or related or equivalent.

Over one year of related experience, including administrative and technical support.

Bachelor's degree from an accredited institution in computing science, systems, or related field.

Experience with Cbord Access Systems or similar access control system. Three years of related experience, including administrative and technical support.

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Ball State University is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive equal consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity or gender expression, disability, genetic information, ethnicity, national origin or ancestry, age, protected veteran status, or any legally protected status.

Ball State University is located in Muncie, Indiana, on an attractive campus 45 miles northeast of Indianapolis. Approximately 20,000 graduate and undergraduate students enroll in one of eight academic colleges that offer 270+ undergraduate and graduate programs. Many of our master's, doctoral, certificate, and specialist degrees rank among the best in the nation. We engage students in educational, research, and creative endeavors that empower our graduates to have fulfilling careers and meaningful lives enriched by lifelong learning and service, while we enhance the economic, environmental, and social vitality of our community, our state, and our world.

In collaboration with the Assistant Director Housing Systems and Technology, develop and maintain all card access systems and schedules for students living in the residence halls, housing and residence life staff, summer conference guests, vendors/contractors, and others needing access to residential facilities.

Develop and implement regular audit protocols for card and key access systems including periodically reviewing card and key permissions by responsibility, termination and permissions of access, safety procedures, and review protocols.

Create and maintain records for electronic key cabinets; track and record usage and set parameters for access; generate reports as needed to ensure safe, efficient, and effective facility access systems.

Maintain and manage all records associated with coring and re-coring of residence hall buildings, maintain inventory or cores and produce re-coring request as needed.

Serve as back-up for TMA/work order systems and housing management systems as needed.

Develop and maintain and distribute all card access reports.

Foster strong relationships with campus partners related to systems access and IT.

Stay current on trends and updates related to card and key access systems and management.

Work collaboratively on the HRL IT Systems team and more broadly on the HRL Business Operations Team.

Perform other Related duties as assigned.

Maintain regular and predictable attendance.

In support of your application for this position, please prepare and submit a cover letter that describes how your qualifications and experience align with the elements of the position description (or leadership profile). In your cover letter, please select one of our enduring values and describe how you have demonstrated a commitment to that value in your professional endeavors.