Access Control Specialist

Jones Lang LaSalle Incorporated; St. Louis, Northern (MO, KY); On-site; USD 42,000 - 62,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) plan with company matching

Comprehensive Medical, Dental & Vision

Paid parental leave

Paid Time Off and Holidays

Daily Pay – early wage access

Job summary

Jones Lang LaSalle (JLL) in St. Louis, MO is seeking an Access Control Specialist to support security and operational integrity of client facilities during maintenance.

You will escort contractors, manage access control systems, and coordinate vendor activities to maintain secure, well-maintained sites. The role requires strong electronics troubleshooting, a valid driver's license for local travel, and the ability to work in fast-paced environments with attention to detail.

Qualifications

• Strong technical acumen and electronics troubleshooting skills.
• Valid Driver's License with ability to travel between local client sites.
• Ability to self-start in structured and unstructured environments with strict attention to detail.
• Strong electronic communication skills for coordinating with team members, managers, vendors, and clients.
• Familiarity with general electrical and electronics safety procedures and protocols.
• Proven ability to perform under pressure with competing priorities in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Escort maintenance contractors into restricted spaces, ensuring adherence to security protocols.
• Update and maintain access control software systems for security compliance.
• Process vendor work orders administratively and track progress.
• Log maintenance activities, vendor interactions, and security-related incidents.
• Oversee small maintenance and repair projects, coordinating timelines and resources.
• Respond to urgent maintenance needs and security concerns during the day.

Skills

Strong technical acumen

Driver's License

Attention to detail

Electronic communication skills

Electrical safety procedures

Time management

Tools

Access control software

Work order systems

Vendor coordination tools

Job description

JLL empowers you to shape a brighter way. Our people at JLL are shaping the future of real estate for a better world by combining world class services, advisory and technology for our clients. We are committed to hiring the best, most talented people and empowering them to thrive, grow meaningful careers and to find a place where they belong. Whether you’ve got deep experience in commercial real estate, skilled trades or technology, or you’re looking to apply your relevant experience to a new industry, join our team as we help shape a brighter way forward.

What this job involves:

As an Access Control Specialist, you serve as a key member of the team responsible for maintaining the security and operational integrity of client facilities during maintenance operations. Your primary responsibilities include escorting maintenance contractors within restricted areas while ensuring strict adherence to security protocols, performing administrative maintenance tasks, and coordinating vendor activities. You take on entry‑level project management responsibilities for small maintenance and repair projects, maintaining detailed documentation of all activities. This role is integral to ensuring facilities remain secure, well‑maintained, and efficiently operated while balancing multiple priorities in a fast‑paced environment.

What your day-to-day will look like:

• Review the daily schedule for planned maintenance activities and coordinate with vendors scheduled for on‑site work
• Escort maintenance contractors into restricted spaces, ensuring adherence to all security protocols and access only to authorized areas
• Update and maintain access control software systems, ensuring accuracy and security compliance
• Process vendor work orders administratively, tracking progress and confirming completion of assigned tasks
• Communicate with JLL maintenance stakeholders regarding the status of ongoing work and project updates
• Maintain detailed logs of all maintenance activities, vendor interactions, and security‑related incidents
• Oversee small maintenance and repair projects, coordinating timelines, resources, and deliverables
• Respond to urgent maintenance needs and security concerns as they arise throughout the day

Required qualifications:

• Strong technical acumen and electronics troubleshooting skills
• Valid Driver's License with ability to travel between local client sites
• Ability to work effectively as a self‑starter in both structured and unstructured environments with strict attention to detail
• Strong electronic communication skills for coordinating with team members, managers, vendors, and clients
• Familiarity with general electrical and electronics safety procedures and protocols
• Demonstrated ability to perform under pressure, manage time effectively, and work in fast‑paced environments with competing priorities

Preferred qualifications:

• Previous experience with security operations, classified areas, and restricted access environments
• Experience with work order management systems and technical documentation processes
• Understanding of preventive maintenance principles and inventory management practices
• Ability to learn new hardware and software systems quickly with minimal supervision
• Experience working in commercial or industrial facility environments
• Professional appearance and demeanor with strong teamwork mentality and collaborative approach

Location: On‑site –St. Louis, MO

This position does not provide visa sponsorship. Candidates must be authorized to work in the United States without sponsorship.

Personalized benefits that support personal well‑being and growth:

• 401(k) plan with matching company contributions
• Comprehensive Medical, Dental & Vision Care
• Paid parental leave at 100% of salary
• Paid Time Off and Company Holidays
• Early access to earned wages through Daily Pay

Jones Lang LaSalle (“JLL”) is an Equal Opportunity Employer and is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities. If you need a reasonable accommodation because of a disability for any part of the employment process – including the online application and/or overall selection process – you may email us at [e-mail]. This email is only to request an accommodation. Please direct any other general recruiting inquiries to our Contact Us page.

For candidates in the United States, please see a full copy of our Equal Employment Opportunity policy here.

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For over 200 years, JLL (NYSE: JLL), a leading global commercial real estate and investment management company, has helped clients buy, build, occupy, manage and invest in a variety of commercial, industrial, hotel, residential and retail properties. A Fortune 500® company with operations in over 80 countries around the world, our employees bring the power of a global platform combined with local expertise. Driven by our purpose to shape the future of real estate for a better world, we help our clients, people and communities SEE A BRIGHTER WAYSM. JLL is the brand name, and a registered trademark, of Jones Lang LaSalle Incorporated. For further information, visit jll.com.