Access and Security Manager (FAC MGT SPEC 4)

Reporting to the Director of Facilities Operations for Student Housing and Dining Services (SHDS), this position is directly responsible for the access and security systems and staff. This role is recognized as the department's organization-wide expert in access and security regulatory, procedural and policy compliance and administration. They utilize advanced concepts at an expert level to formulate strategies, perform continuous assessment and develop high-level software testing and integration configurations of the access control systems key management programs and access hardware to ensure ongoing security compliance and integration with campus systems. In alignment with the department's Long Range Development Plan (LRDP), this position provides crucial leadership and expertise for the department's short- and long-range plans for access and security systems and software upgrades, door/gate hardware replacement, construction and renovation projects and ongoing compliance requirements. Serves as subject matter expert, liaison and facilitator between SHDS and UC Police Department, Design and Construction Management, UC Davis Facilities Management, as well as other university departments with regards to all SHDS access, security and control systems.

Using their extensive knowledge of organization buildings, infrastructure and policies and procedures, they are responsible for planning and oversight for installation, integration, modification, testing, repairs and preventive maintenance of all security systems, hard-key locks, card-key systems (to include mobile, SEOS), doors and all door hardware, gates, roll-up doors and alarm systems. Responsible for the day-to-day operations overseeing the development, implementation, administration, and maintenance of cohesive and adaptable mechanical and electronic access control strategies. Responsible for the supervision, day-to-day direction and oversight of the Fac Mgt Spec 3, Fac Mgt Spec 2 and Access and Security PPM career staff. Serves as the department's technical expert with respect to access and control systems and doors/door hardware for departmental new build and renovation projects. Based on the department's LRDP and the addition of 3,000 beds, the responsibilities will increase with additional career staff, additional access system needs and security requirements. In addition, significant security risk concerns have been identified with the department's mag-stripe card access system and this position will serve as the organizational technical expert developing, testing, performing integration, administrating and converting the existing access system to SEOS and/or Mobile Credentials, collaborating with campus counterparts to integrate with the campus-wide one-card access program.

Apply By Date June 16, 2026 at 11:59pm

Minimum Qualifications - For full consideration, applicants are encouraged to upload license and/or certification if required of the position

• Bachelor's Degree in facility or construction management or computer sciences, or related field and/or equivalent experience or training.
  
• Experience, knowledge, and technical skills to understand and to review technical data, equipment specifications, and construction documents (plans, drawings, plan review during design, submittals, and specifications) with respect to access and security systems, door and door hardware, equipment installation, operation, and maintenance manuals. Knowledge of the California Building Code, OSHA and fire/life safety regulations, ADA requirements and all construction trade terminology.
  
• Experience, knowledge and technical skills to manage, administer, develop/test and repair door access control systems, physical doors and door hardware.
  
• Experience supervising multiple trade union staff and supervisors including selecting, training, motivating, and providing corrective action up to and including dismissal.
  
• Knowledge of commercial residential facility services which includes large building Mechanical and Electrical systems, Access and Security Systems and Asset Management Systems to include field installation and/or repairs for electronic and mechanical access control systems, and doors and door hardware.
  
• Knowledge of electronic and mechanical access control systems - to include managing, developing, integrating/testing, maintaining and administering electronic systems and doors/door hardware and understanding of mechanical master key schemes.
  
• Skill in budget management and leadership; including accounting principles, organizational structures, cost forecasting, and decision making, including developing both short- and long-range goals pertaining to in-house remodels/repairs, upgrades, capital projects, and major maintenance development.
  
  

Preferred Qualifications

• Certified Locksmith
• LenelS2 Certifications (Lenel Certified Associate (LCA), Professional (LCP) and/or Expert (LCE))
• Experience and interpersonal communication skills to exercise tact and diplomacy in dealing with others to secure necessary information and cooperation from individuals of varying backgrounds and perspective that enable the incumbent to conduct effective negotiations and resolve conflicts, including research skills to identify and validate organizational and business activities and programs.
• Leadership and decision-making skills to chair meetings, train staff, problem-solve and evaluate business needs, to include analysis of collegiate residential operations and budgets to align strategic planning with University or institution objectives.
• Skill to evaluate courses of action and conduct practical research related to facility maintenance. Skills to analyze complex, large data sets using various software tools identify opportunities for increased efficiency.

Key Responsibilities

• 40% - Access and Security System Technical Expertise, Development and Management
• 30% - Supervision
• 20% - Access and Security Systems Design, Construction Reviews and Project Management/Support
• 10% - Building Automation Support

Department Overview

SHDS is a self-supporting auxiliary that provides housing and dining services to approximately 15,000 undergraduate, graduate, and students with families who live in on-campus residential facilities (university owned/managed and Public-Private-Partnerships), as well as providing residential, retail, and catering dining services for the campus community. SHDS also provides student support and conference housing services to the campus and general community. For more information about SHDS visit our website at http://www.housing.ucdavis.edu. Facilities Services is one of six major units within the SHDS Department. Facilities Services oversees all of the daily maintenance, major maintenance, preventive maintenance, custodial services, capital projects, interior design, painting, and computer services for the department. SHDS facilities encompass approximately 2 million gross square feet of property that provides food and housing for over 6000 students and retail food venues for the campus.

SHDS has adopted the following Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion statement: SHDS is committed to serving the needs of students, staff, faculty and guests from various backgrounds and identities. In full support of our institutional commitment to embrace diversity and practice inclusive excellence, we expect every member of our community to acknowledge, value, and uphold the guidelines set forth in the Principles of Community. As a community of scholars and life-long learners, we commit ourselves to learning together about our differences and commonalities while growing in all areas of equity, diversity, and inclusion.

POSITION INFORMATION

• Salary or Pay Range: $94,700/annually - $177,300/annually - Please note: this position is subject to a departmental budgeted salary of: $101,332.44/annually; commensurate with education and experience.
• Salary Frequency: Annually
• UC Job Title: FAC MGT SPEC 4
• Number of Positions: 1
• Appointment Type: Staff: Career
• Percentage of Time: 100% - Fixed
• Shift (Work Schedule): Monday -Friday, 8am - 5pm
• Location: Davis, CA.
• Union Representation: 99 - Non-Represented (PPSM)
• Benefits Eligible: Yes
• This position is 100% on-site

Benefits

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• High quality and low-cost medical plans to choose from to fit your family's needs
• UC pays for Dental and Vision insurance premiums for you and your family
• Extensive leave benefits including Pregnancy and Parental Leave, Family & Medical Leave
• Paid Holidays annually as stipulated in the UC Davis Health Policies or Collective Bargaining Agreement
• Paid Time Off/Vacation/Sick Time as stipulated in the UC Davis Health Policies or Collective Bargaining Agreement
• Continuing Education (CE) allowance and Education Reimbursement Program as stipulated in the UC Davis Health Policies or Collective Bargaining Agreement
• Access to free professional development courses and learning opportunities for personal and professional growth
• WorkLife and Wellness programs and resources
• On-site Employee Assistance Program including access to free mental health services
• Supplemental insurance offered including additional life, short/long term disability, pet insurance and legal coverage