Access Control Specialist - Tiered Sign-on Bonus up to $5,000
About The Position
Wake County General Services is seeking an Access Control Specialist/Locksmith for the Safety and Security Division. The position oversees the Wake County Lockshop and installs, maintains, troubleshoots, and repairs locks and hardware. Other work includes key production, key audits, supply inventories, and coordinating updates to master key systems. The role supports access control operations for Wake County facilities and works with Facility Design and Construction and General Services Administration projects on door hardware and keying schedules, coordination meetings, and commissioning installations. The employee also provides backup support for Security Operations. A background and credit check will be conducted.
Requirements
- High school diploma or GED; equivalent education and experience are accepted.
- Three years of job-related experience.
- Valid driver's license and a safe driving record.
- Basic knowledge of the principles and practices of locksmithing.
- Experience with lock and hardware repair or installation.
- Experience maintaining accurate inventories and conducting key-control audits.
- Ability to exercise sound judgment and discretion in applying and interpreting policies and procedures.
- Ability to work independently and meet deadlines.
- Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with associates, officials, contractors, and the public.
- Background and credit check.
Nice To Haves
- Locksmith certification.
- Three years of experience with lock and hardware repair and installation.
Responsibilities
- Repair or replace nonoperational locks and hardware.
- Produce new or replacement keys for designated staff and update key-tracking records to maintain key integrity.
- Maintain master key systems and design or coordinate additions for new construction or renovations.
- Oversee the Lockshop to ensure access control levels comply with Wake County policies and procedures.
- Monitor Lockshop equipment and inventory supplies to ensure equipment is operational and supply demands are met.
- Document and track key systems to support audits and data-driven evaluations.
- Review and respond to door hardware and keying schedule submittals; participate in coordination meetings; and commission door hardware and cylinder installations for Facility Design and Construction and General Services Administration projects.
- Provide backup support for Security Operations.
- In an emergency, participate in preparedness and response operations and potentially take temporary assignments with different duties, hours, or work locations; participate in relevant exercises and preparedness training as required.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
High school or GED
