Physical Access Control Systems Assistant Manager

University of Alaska; Fairbanks (AK); On-site; USD 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Benefits package

Tuition waivers

Paid holidays

Professional development

Job summary

The University of Alaska seeks a proactive Assistant Access Control Systems Manager to design, deploy, and maintain our multi-campus electronic access control systems. You will work across hardware, software, servers and data integrations, coordinating with departments, vendors and technicians to ensure secure, compliant and reliable operations.

You will balance hands-on technical work with project coordination, documentation and scripting to streamline tasks.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a relevant field required with three years of relevant experience or equivalent.
• Experience managing multi-campus access control systems and related hardware.
• Strong analytical, problem solving, and documentation skills.
• Proficiency with scripting to automate tasks and data processes.

Responsibilities

• Design, implement, maintain and manage multi-campus access control systems.
• Coordinate with vendors, departments and technicians to ensure security and reliability.
• Lead system audits, user access requests, and hardware expansions.
• Develop data scripts, server configurations and reports for ongoing operations.

Skills

Access control

Systems administration

PowerShell scripting

Python scripting

Vendor coordination

Customer service

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

SQL Server

Active Directory

Job description

Assistant Access Control Systems Manager

We’re looking for a motivated, detail-oriented, and adaptable Assistant Access Control Systems Manager to join our team!

In this role, you’ll support the design, implementation, maintenance, and ongoing management of our multi-campus electronic access control systems, including hardware, software, servers, databases, and data integrations. You’ll collaborate with departments, vendors, and technicians to ensure systems remain secure, reliable, and compliant while providing hands‑on support with system audits, user access requests, hardware expansions, database reporting, data scripts, server configurations, and technical troubleshooting.

This position is ideal for a self‑motivated professional who thrives in a fast‑paced, service‑oriented environment and can successfully balance planned projects with unexpected operational needs. You’ll need strong organizational and problem‑solving skills, attention to detail, and the ability to prioritize competing demands while keeping both immediate needs and long‑term goals on track.

The successful candidate will be comfortable working independently as well as coordinating and leading the work of others. If you enjoy a combination of hands‑on technical work, systems administration, project coordination, and collaborative problem‑solving, we’d love to hear from you.

*Applicants must be a U.S. citizen.

To thrive in this role, you need strong analytical and organizational skills, along with excellent communication and customer service abilities. Confidence in technical writing and the capacity to explain complex systems to diverse audiences is essential. You should have experience in operating system configuration, software deployment, and documentation. Familiarity with communication and networking protocols such as RS‑232, RS‑485, Ethernet, and IP is important. Proficiency in IT automation and scripting using tools like PowerShell, Bash, or Python is also required to streamline tasks and boost efficiency.

*To be eligible for this position, applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States without restriction. Applicants who now or may in the future require visa sponsorship to work in the United States are not eligible.

Minimum Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree in relevant field and three years progressively responsible experience, or an equivalent combination of training and experience.

Valid driver’s license and clean driving record meeting UA Safe Driving Criteria.

Position Details

This is a full‑time, exempt staff position complete with both a competitive salary and full employee benefits package.

• full employee benefits package
• retirement options
• annual leave
• 12 paid holidays per year
• tuition waivers for employees and family members
• affordable medical, dental and vision care coverage

New hires will be placed on the UA Staff Salary Schedule, Grade 80, based on education and experience.

We review applications on a rolling basis. Because we may close the posting once a sufficient pool of qualified candidates is established, we encourage early submission. Please note that once a viable pool is identified, further applications may not be reviewed.

If you have any questions regarding this position, please contact Facilities Services Human Resources at [e-mail]

This position is part of a bargaining unit represented by the Coalition of Alaska University Staff for Equity (CAUSE)-UAW.

*To be eligible for this position, applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States without restriction. Applicants who now or may in the future require visa sponsorship to work in the United States are not eligible.

The University of Alaska (UA) is responsible for providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities throughout the applicant screening process. If you need assistance in completing this application or during any phase of the interview process, please contact the ADA team at [e-mail].

The University of Alaska (UA) is an Equal Opportunity/Equal Access Employer and Educational Institution. The University is committed to a policy of non-discrimination against individuals on the basis of any legally protected status.

The successful applicant is required to complete a background check. Any offer of employment is contingent on the background check.

Your application for employment with the University of Alaska is subject to public disclosure under the Alaska Public Records Act.

All employees at the University of Alaska are expected to uphold the highest standards of ethics and professionalism when conducting or engaged in university business.

*Each university within the University of Alaska system publishes an Annual Security and Fire Safety Report which contains information regarding campus safety and security including topics such as: campus law enforcement authority; crime reporting policies; campus alerts (Timely Warnings and Emergency Notifications); fire safety policies and procedures; programs to prevent dating violence, domestic violence, sexual assault and stalking; the procedures the University will follow when one of these crimes is reported; and other matters of importance related to security on campus. The report also contains information about crime statistics for the three most recent calendar years concerning reported crimes that occurred on campus; in On‑Campus Student Housing Facilities; in Non‑campus buildings or property owned or controlled by the University or a recognized student organization; and on public property within, or immediately adjacent to and accessible from, the campus. The report also contains fire statistics for any fires occurring in an On‑Campus Student Housing Facility during the three most recent calendar years.

Access to Reports

UAA:(Addresses Anchorage campus, Aviation Technology Complex, JBER - Elmendorf Extension, JBER - Richardson Extension, Kenai Peninsula College - Kachemak Bay campus, Kenai Peninsula College - Kenai River campus, Kodiak College, Kodiak High School Extension, Matanuska‑Susitna College, Prince William Sound College, and Prince William Sound College - Cordova Extension)Online: https://www.uaa.alaska.edu/students/safety. Request a paper copy in person: UAA Police Department Office at Room 114 of Eugene Short Hall on the Anchorage campus / UAA Dean of Students Office at Room 122 of Rasmuson Hall on the Anchorage campus. Request a paper copy by mail: 907-786-1120 or [e-mail]/907-786-1214 or [e-mail].

UAF:(Addresses Fairbanks Campus, Bristol Bay Campus, Chukchi Campus, Community and Technical College, Kasitsna Bay Campus, Seward Marine Center, Tok Campus, Kuskokwim Campus, and Northwest Campus)Online: https://www.uaf.edu/orca/files/ASFSR.pdf. Request a paper copy in person: UAF Office of Rights, Compliance and Accountability on the 3rd Floor of Constitution Hall. Request a paper copy by mail: 907-474-7300 or [e-mail].

UAS:(Addresses the Juneau Auke Bay Campus, Juneau Technical Education Center, Sitka Campus, & Ketchikan Campus)Online: https://uas.alaska.edu/compliance/clery-act/annual-security-reports.html. Request a paper copy in person: Hendrickson Building, Suite 202 on the Juneau campus. Request a paper copy by mail: 907-796-6371 or emailing [e-mail].