Jobs UNIVERSITY OF COLORADO BOULDER

Division of Public Safety seeks to facilitate and coordinate a culture that supports the Boulder campus’ commitment to maintain the highest level of ethics, integrity, and safety in the conduct of its operations. We do this though services to enhance community safety, protect life and property, and foster safe, secure, and ethical practices.

The University of Colorado Boulder is one of America's leading research universities and the flagship of the CU System. As a comprehensive public doctoral Research University, CU Boulder is a member of the Association of American Universities and is classified as an R1 University. The university has nine schools and colleges offering over 150 academic programs and enrolling 35,000 degree-seeking undergraduate and graduate students.

At CU Boulder, we believe in supporting each other and valuing everyone who is part of our community. Our values are expected of all Buffs and lead our actions in the classroom, on campus and in our community. At CU Boulder, we commit to building a more diverse and inclusive campus community. We value different backgrounds, identities and perspectives and believe that engagement with a wide range of ideas and viewpoints can help students learn and grow.

System Management

• Oversee the installation, configuration, and maintenance of security access control and related infrastructure, including card readers, panic alarms, intrusion systems, software integration, and biometric investments.
• Manage access control systems, ensuring optimal performance and availability for campus safety operations.
• Perform regular system audits to verify the functionality, security levels, users and compliance of security access control systems.

Operational Oversight

• Develop and implement procedures for card reader implementation, mobile credentialing, user access, system integrations, and retrieval in compliance with campus policies and privacy regulations.
• Ensure that the access control system is integrated with other safety and IT systems, such as video management, student housing, RTD, student dining, library services and emergency notification systems.
• Support the Emergency Operations Center during campus events and emergencies.

Team Collaboration

• Work closely with Public Safety, Facilities, and IT departments to plan and implement access control deployments.
• Provide technical training and support to staff responsible for operating and monitoring access control systems.
• Serve as the main point of contact for vendors and contractors related to security access control projects and maintenance.

Strategic Planning

• Collaborate with partners to assess security needs and develop plans for access control and coverage.
• Ensure the system meets data security and privacy requirements, including encryption and access controls.

Starting salary range is $107,814 - $120,000. 

• Bachelor’s degree in security management, Information Technology, or a related field (or equivalent experience).
• Minimum of 5 years in security systems management, focusing on access control and surveillance and with proven expertise in the installation and maintenance of card readers, cameras, and system integrations.
• Ability to obtain certification in Crime Prevention Through Environmental Design (CPTED).

Technical Skills:

• Proficiency in managing software platforms for access control systems.
• Good understanding of security network infrastructure and system integrations.
• Solid understanding of physical security implementations, specifically in an educational environment.

Soft Skills:

• Superb communication and people skills.
• Strong problem-solving and critical-thinking abilities.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and work under stress.

• Certification in Crime Prevention Through Environmental Design (CPTED).
• Previous experience in higher education.