Security Systems Specialist
Office of Safety and Security

Support Staff - Position - Other - Other

Job Number: 4600172726

Start Date:

Open Date: 03/26/2019

Closing Date:

POSITION SUMMARY:
The Security Systems Specialist installs, configures, tests and maintains the integrity of all life safety systems. The incumbent performs inventory, assessment and configuration tasks on systems hardware and software. The Security Systems Specialist maintains up to date records of work flow and provides oversight for low voltage technician and vendors.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES:
• Works with project team to coordinate building system layouts and perform inspections of building, grounds and equipment to ensure work is completed according to standards, specifications and best practices.
• Coodinates daily work flow operations of assigned team and/or vendors; ensures that preventive maintenance tasks and service call responses are performed efficiently and accurately.

• Provides and reviews assigned work orders using work order tracking system (NIMBUS).

• Gathers quotes from vendors, as needed, for various systems and components; notifies department Director when goods and/or services are fully received, so final invoicing can be processed.

• Performs advance level troubleshooting of all life safety systems to determine root cause and system failures.

• Performs research to stay abreast of current and emerging related technologies and product enhancements.

• Performs on-site quality inspections to validate work performed by authorized vendors, low voltage tech team and other support personnel to ensure project completion.

• Maintains inventory of all in-use equipment, service records, and warranty information.

• Performs special projects and/or other duties as assigned.
• Required to attend scheduled shift during regualr business hours as mandated.
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES:
• Ability to communicate clearly and concisely verbally and in writing to a variety of audiences.
• Ability to apply, recommend and implement advanced technology integration concepts to improve organization-wide efficiency and effectiveness.

• Ability to apply knowledge of electronic theory and components.

• Skilled in reading blueprints, wiring diagrams, schematic drawings, or engineering instructions for assembling electronic units.

• Proficient in system administration, to include evaluation/selection, installation and maintenance processes; applicable systems include fire alarms, burglary alarms, access control, CCTV, intercoms/clocks, AED's and other network devices.

• Knowledge of circuit boards, processors, chips, electronic equipment, and computer hardware and software, including applications and programming.
• Knowledge of machines and tools, including their designs, uses, repair, and maintenance.

Requirements: EDUCATION:
? High School Diploma or GED required ? Associates degree in Computer Science, Engineering, Engineering Technology or related security or engineering field preferred
WORK EXPERIENCE:
? Five years related experience in Low Voltage Technology required; experience with Milestone (VMS), Lenel, Rauland, Notifier and Bosch systems is preferred.
CERTIFICATION/LICENSE:
? Valid driver?s license and availability of private transportation, or the ability to get to off-site meetings.
? Industry network certification required; ASIS-PSP preferred.
? Georgia Low Voltage License must be held at date of hire or issued within one year of hire.

Compensation: Salary Grade: 126
Salary Range: FY'20 APS Salary Schedule (All Positions)
Work Year:ANNUAL

FLSA Status: Non-Exempt

Employment Category: Classified

Reports to: Director (Security)