Manager - Access Control (Key Shop)

Valdosta State University; Valdosta (GA); On-site; USD 56,000 - 68,000; Full time

Job summary

Valdosta State University seeks a Manager - Access Control (Key Shop) to lead the University’s physical access control program. You will administer electronic access systems, keys, credentials, and related security technologies, supervise staff, and coordinate with IT, facilities, and police.

Responsibilities include planning, implementing, and maintaining access-control projects, ensuring compliance with university policies, and providing training and guidance to designated coordinators.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required and three (3) years of related work experience.

Responsibilities

• Supervise personnel and allocate work; train and evaluate staff.
• Manage and participate in the daily operations of an assigned unit.
• Develop or assist with implementation of policies and procedures, systems, and processes.
• Research new trends and developments; present recommendations as required.
• Participate in development, implementation and maintenance of short- and long-range plans and goals.
• Develop and implement projects and programs to support established goals.
• Represent the department at meetings and committees; promote programs and policies.

Education

Bachelor's degree in a specified field

Job description

Job Title: Manager - Access Control (Key Shop)

Location: Valdosta State University

Regular/Temporary: Regular

Full/Part Time: Full-Time

Job ID: 305825

About Us

As a comprehensive institution of the University System of Georgia, Valdosta State University (VSU) is a welcoming, aware, and vibrant community founded on and dedicated to serving our communities' rich and diverse heritages. Through excellence in teaching, basic and applied research, and service, VSU provides rigorous programs and opportunities that enrich our students, our university, and our region. As such, the VSU mission consists of three interrelated parts that includes a student mission, university mission and regional mission. The university is equally dedicated to the core values of community, including a commitment to practice civility, integrity and citizenship. As members of this community and proud Blazers we strive to uphold these core values for the advancement of the University, as stated in the Blazer Creed and reflected in our commitment to the University System of Georgia's Core Values.

Blazer Creed

Valdosta State University is a learning environment based on trust and mutual respect in which open dialogue, vigorous debate, and the free exchange of ideas are welcome. The University is equally dedicated to the core values of community, including a commitment to practice civility, integrity, and citizenship. As members of this community, and proud Blazers, we will strive to uphold these core values for the advancement of the University. Civility - A Blazer shows courtesy and compassion as well as respect for the dignity of every human being. Integrity - Each Blazer is responsible for his or her own actions, and our community is stronger when we contemplate the context of our decisions and uphold the principles of trust and honesty. Citizenship - Every Blazer has an interest in the well‑being of the community, and, therefore, a duty to stay informed, to make positive contributions, and to offer support to those who need help.As a Blazer, we pledge to uphold the core principles of Civility, Integrity, and Citizenship.

Job Summary

Manage and coordinate the operations of a unit or initiative of the university.

Typical Allocation of Duties

• Supervision of personnel - 30% Supervise personnel, which includes work allocation, training, promotion, enforcement of internal procedures and controls, and problem resolution; evaluates performance and makes recommendations for personnel actions.
• Manage and participate - 15% Manage and participate in the daily operations of an assigned unit.
• Implementation - 15% Develop or assist with the implementation of policies and procedures, systems, and processes.
• Researches new trends and developments - 15% Research new trends and developments; presents recommendations as required.
• Participate in planning and goal setting - 10% Participate in the development, implementation and maintenance of short- and long-range plans and goals.
• Develop and implement projects and programs - 10% Develop and implement projects and programs to assist in accomplishment of established goals.
• Department representative - 5% Represent the department at various meetings, and committees; promote existing and new programs and/or policies.

Supervisor Expectations

Provide day-to-day leadership and oversight of the University’s physical access control program, including electronic access systems, credentials, keys, locks, and associated security technologies. Supervise assigned access control personnel; establish work priorities, assign and monitor work, provide training and guidance, evaluate performance, and promote consistent and timely completion of service requests. Administer electronic access control applications and associated records, including the assignment, modification, and removal of access privileges and maintenance of accurate credential, key, door, schedule, and system records. Establish and maintain appropriate access control procedures and operational standards consistent with University policies, security objectives, safety requirements, and applicable requirements. Coordinate installation, configuration, testing, maintenance, troubleshooting, and repair of electronic access control hardware and software. Coordinate access‑control activities and projects with University departments and other stakeholders, including information technology, facilities, police/public safety, contractors, and equipment or service vendors. Assess physical access‑control needs and recommend appropriate systems, equipment, operational changes, or other solutions to address identified needs. Plan and coordinate access‑control projects, including site assessments, scopes of work, project priorities, vendor coordination, implementation, and verification of completed work. Monitor contractor and vendor performance and assist with purchasing, budgeting, equipment planning, and inventory management related to access‑control operations. Maintain accurate records and documentation necessary to support operational accountability, system administration, reporting, reviews, and audits. Provide guidance and training to University personnel and designated access coordinators concerning access‑control processes, systems, and responsibilities. Support incident response, investigations, emergency access changes, and other security‑related operational needs involving physical access systems. Maintain awareness of developments in physical access‑control technologies and practices and recommend improvements that enhance the security, reliability, effectiveness, or efficiency of University access‑control operations. Perform other related duties and responsibilities consistent with the scope of the assignment. Possess a strong technology‑focused background with the ability to accurately configure, validate, and maintain physical security system integrations. Work closely with the IT Department and University Police to ensure access control, credentialing, and other physical security technologies are properly integrated, accurately configured, and operating as intended.

Required Qualifications

• Required Experience Bachelor's degree in a specified field and three (3) years of related work experience. Professional licensure, certification, and/or designation may be required in some areas.

Proposed Salary

$62,158

USG Core Values

The University System of Georgia is comprised of our 25 institutions of higher education and learning as well as the System Office. Our USG Statement of Core Values are Integrity, Excellence, Accountability, and Respect. These values serve as the foundation for all that we do as an organization, and each USG community member is responsible for demonstrating and upholding these standards. More details on the USG Statement of Core Values and Code of Conduct are available in USG Board Policy 8.2.18.1.2 and can be found on‑line at https://www.usg.edu/policymanual/section8/C224/#p8.2.18_personnel_conduct.

Additionally, USG supports Freedom of Expression as stated in Board Policy 6.5 Freedom of Expression and Academic Freedom found on‑line at https://www.usg.edu/policymanual/section6/C2653.

Conditions of Employment

Applicants are required to provide:

• professional references with current contact information
• documentation of academic credentials
• employment history

Please note that during the search process, VSU reserves the right to: ask candidates who will serve in Positions of Trust to disclose criminal record history during the initial screening process and prior to a conditional offer of employment, view social media outlets, and remove job postings without additional notification.

Employment is contingent upon successful completion of a background check investigation, including a criminal background check, reference checks. Employment may also be contingent upon the job‑based requirements if applicable for your position: satisfactory credit check successful completion of a Motor Vehicle Report (MVR) pre‑employment drug testing confirmation of credentials.

After initial hiring, employees will be required to successfully complete all of the following training: New employee orientation, VSU’s Annual Compliance Training: USG Ethics Policy, Conflict of Interest/Outside Activities Policy, Drug Free Workplace, Sexual Misconduct and Title IX, Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act (FERPA), Motor Vehicle Policy, Workers Compensation (new hires), Georgia Open Records Act (new hires), USG Cybersecurity Training (required twice yearly). Job‑specific training such as: FMLA and Worker’s Compensation, Budget Manager training, Purchasing Training (ePro & PCard), and Defensive Driving, Equal Employment Opportunity.

Equal Employment Opportunity

Valdosta State University is an equal opportunity educational institution. It is not the intent of the institution to discriminate against any applicant for admission or any student or employee of the institution based on the age, sex, race, religion, color, national origin, disability, or sexual orientation of the individual.

Background Check

• Position of Trust + Credit

Accommodations

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Special Applicant Instructions

Valdosta State University may provide employment‑based immigration sponsorship for select positions when consistent with institutional needs, University policy, and applicable law. Sponsorship is considered on a case‑by‑case basis and is not available for all positions. Applicants who anticipate requiring employer sponsorship now or in the future are encouraged to contact Human Resources early in the recruitment process with questions regarding sponsorship eligibility.

Clery Disclosure

The Jeanne Clery Campus Safety Act requires institutions of higher education to publish an Annual Security and Fire Safety Report (ASFSR). The ASFSR includes crime statistics for the three previous calendar years of reported crimes that occurred on campus; in or on certain non‑campus buildings or property owned or controlled by our institution; and on public property within, or immediately adjacent to and accessible from, the campus. The report also includes institutional policies concerning campus security, alcohol and drug use, crime prevention, the reporting of crimes, sexual assault, and fire safety policies and statistics. The ASFSR is published annually by October 1 and is available online at: https://www.valdosta.edu/administration/finance-admin/police/asfr-2026-ybl.pdf. You may request a paper copy of the report by emailing [e-mail].