ARIZONA DEPT OF ADMINISTRATION

General Services Division (GSD)

1400 W Washington Street, STE B200, Phoenix AZ 85007

Salary: $50,000 to $58,916 (DOE)

Grade: 20

Open Until Filled

The Arizona Department of Administration (ADOA) General Services Division (GSD) is seeking a dedicated Security System Specialist to join our Physical Security Department. This role is vital to ensuring the safety and security of employees, visitors, and buildings managed by ADOA, including approximately 85 buildings statewide, with the majority located in downtown Phoenix at the Capitol complex.

The Security System Specialist will be responsible for the installation, service, and repair of electronic security devices, including access control systems, CCTV and IP cameras, alarm systems, emergency phone boxes, and panic alarms. Additionally, this role involves programming and maintaining the badging system database and Video Management System (VMS). Join us to play a critical part in maintaining the security and safety of our facilities.

• Troubleshooting, service and repair of various electronic access control, alarm system and cctv equipment
• Programming the Lenel database for new access levels, time changes and users
• Installation of new access control and cctv equipment, such as card readers, electric strikes, door contacts and head end equipment
• Programming the Lenel system for sub contractors and new doors and device adds
• Adding cameras to and programming the VMD
• Preventative maintenance work on field devices
• Pro-active repairs, adjustments and cleaning of various pieces of equipment
• Update new and complete work orders

Knowledge of:

• Installation, programming, troubleshooting and repair of Lenel access control systems
• Installation, programming, troubleshooting and repair of CCTV and IP cameras
• Installation, programming, troubleshooting and repair of alarm systems
• Installing, connecting and servicing various brands of electrified hardware
• Programming and maintaining the Lenel database for access levels, cardholders, time zones etc
• Programming and maintaining the VMS software

Skills in:

• Computing and google based platforms
• Using a computer to set IP addresses in Cameras, Switches, NVR's, Access Control network boards etc.

Ability to:

• Provide customer oriented service
• Be a Self-starter; motivated and friendly
• Good communication skills; written and verbal
• Start, follow through and completion of projects in a timely manner
• Maintain clean and neat work environment

• Experience as a Locksmith is very helpful
• Duplicating keys
• Rekeying and master keying locks
• Maintaining and updating masterkey systems
• Maintaining and updating key control systems
• Use of key code cutting machines
• Service, repair and installation of various lock types 
• Troubleshooting and Repair of all items listed above

• Background and reference check, including a criminal records verification

If this position requires driving or the use of a vehicle as an essential function of the job to conduct State business, then the following requirements apply: Driver’s License Requirements.

All newly hired State employees are subject to and must successfully complete the Electronic Employment Eligibility Verification Program (E-Verify).

The Arizona Department of Administration offers a comprehensive benefits package to include:

• Sick leave
• Vacation with 10 paid holidays per year
• Paid Parental Leave-Up to 12 weeks per year paid leave for newborn or newly-placed foster/adopted child (pilot program)
• Health and dental insurance
• Retirement plan
• Life insurance and long-term disability insurance
• Optional employee benefits include short-term disability insurance, deferred compensation plans, and supplemental life insurance
  

By providing the option of a full-time or part-time remote work schedule, employees enjoy improved work/life balance, report higher job satisfaction, and are more productive. Remote work is a management option and not an employee entitlement or right. An agency may terminate a remote work agreement at its discretion.

Learn more about the Paid Parental Leave pilot program here. For a complete list of benefits provided by The State of Arizona, please visit our benefits page

• You will be required to participate in the Arizona State Retirement System (ASRS) upon your 27th week of employment, subject to waiting period. On or shortly after, your first day of employment you will be provided with enrollment instructions and effective date

• If you have any questions please feel free to contact Christopher Langseth at christopher.langseth@azdoa.gov for assistance
• The State of Arizona is an Equal Opportunity/Reasonable Accommodation Employer