Physical Security Field Technician

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Villanova is a Catholic university sponsored by the Augustinian Order. The University is an equal opportunity employer and seeks candidates who understand, respect and can contribute to the University’s mission and values.

The Physical Security Field Technician, within the Office of Physical Security and Life Safety Systems, supports the safety and security of the University’s campuses through the installation, termination, commissioning, maintenance, integration, and troubleshooting of physical security systems. This position works collaboratively with vendors and University stakeholders to ensure the effective operation of systems and the timely completion of assigned work in accordance with applicable safety standards and institutional requirements.

Other duties as assigned.

Work Skills (e.g., written and verbal communication skills)

Specific Job Knowledge (e.g., knowledge of principles and procedures related to field and area)

Specific Job Knowledge (e.g., knowledge of principles and procedures related to field and area)

Tools, machinery and equipment used: Laptop computer, desk phone, cell phone.

Environmental conditions: (any unusual/adverse conditions such as exposure to chemicals, noise, illumination, air quality, weather exposure etc.). Indoor and outdoor settings, including stairwells, mechanical rooms, IT closets, and construction sites. Function in varied environmental conditions such as lite or darkened work areas, extreme heat, cold and moisture.

Physical requirements: (items such as lifting, pushing, pulling, standing or sitting for extended periods of time, manual dexterity, walking etc.) Ability to sit, stand, and walk, both indoors and outdoors. Both gross and fine motor skills are needed, as well as visual, hearing, speaking, touching, tasting and smelling sensory abilities. Hear and interpret spoken information from co-workers, emergency responders, dispatchers and sounds common to the emergency scene. Capable of manual dexterity and fine motor skills.

This position falls within salaried grade 15 and the range is $65,300-83,000. The final salary will be determined with consideration of several factors including the selected candidate’s qualifications, department budget availability, market data, and internal equity.