Technical Services Manager for Access Control

This position oversees technical services related to Access Control for Auxiliary Enterprises (notably residence halls) and other campus entities (notably research facilities). This requires a great deal of coordination with Residential Life, Facilities Management, IT, Campus Security and UMaine Police toward the collective goal of ensuring the safety and security of students and staff on campus. Typical hiring range for this position is $47,000 to $57,000 commensurate with qualifications and experience.

Please review the Technical Services Manager for Access Control job description for more information.

About the University:
The University of Maine is a community of more than 11,900 undergraduate and graduate students, and 2,500 employees located on the Orono campus, the regional campus in Machias, and throughout the state. UMaine is a land, sea and space grant university, and maintains a leadership role as the University of Maine System's flagship institution. UMaine is the state's public research university and a Carnegie R1 top-tier research institution, dedicated to providing excellent teaching, research and service for Maine, the nation and the world. More information about UMaine is at umaine.edu .

The University of Maine offers a wide range of benefits for employees including, but not limited to, tuition benefits (employee and dependent), comprehensive insurance coverage including medical, dental, vision, life insurance, and short and long term disability as well as retirement plan options.

UMaine is located in beautiful Central Maine. Many employees report that a primary reason for choosing to come to UMaine is quality of life. Numerous cultural activities, excellent public schools, safe neighborhoods, high quality medical care, little traffic, and a reasonable cost of living make the greater Bangor area a wonderful place to live. Visit the Maine Office of Tourism to learn more about what the Bangor region has to offer.

Qualifications:
Required:

• A bachelor’s degree or equivalent in a related field and 2-3 years of applicable experience.
• Demonstrated experience in the electrical fields, including knowledge of instrumentation and control circuitry.
• Valid Maine driver’s license and be eligible to be authorized and approved as a university driver based on the Driver Administration Policy.
• Demonstrated proficiency in the use of personal computers and associated operating systems, including Microsoft Office Suite.
• Proficiency in communication technologies, including coax, fiber, network and RF distribution.
• Basic understanding of network communication protocols.
• Experience coordinating people, projects, and tasks to successful outcomes.
• Strong ability to exercise independent judgment, to take initiative, and to manage multiple projects and deadlines.
• Demonstrated ability to communicate and coordinate effectively with all levels of the University community.
• Low Voltage Electrician’s license to be obtained within 6 months of hire.

Preferred:

• Experience with access control and alarm systems.
• Knowledge of multi-channel video systems.
Project Management Professional certification or equivalent.

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Other Information:

To be considered for this position you will need to “Apply” and upload the documentation listed below:

1.) a cover letter which describes your experience, interests, and suitability for the position
2.) a resume/curriculum vitae

Candidates selected to proceed to the final stages of the search process will be requested to provide a list of names and contact information for references.

Incomplete application materials cannot be considered. Materials received after the initial review date will be reviewed at the discretion of the University.

Application review begins October 12, 2026. The position will remain open until filled.

The successful applicant is subject to appropriate background screening.