Housing Locksmith

The George Mason University Police Department invites applications for the position of Housing Locksmith. The Police Department provides professional law enforcement services to a diverse university population of over 35,000 students, plus faculty and staff. George Mason University has a strong institutional commitment to the achievement of excellence and diversity among its faculty and staff, and strongly encourages candidates to apply who will enrich Mason's academic and culturally inclusive environment. George Mason University is currently the largest and most diverse in Virginia with students from all 50 states and over 135 countries.

Responsibilities: The locksmith performs installs, maintenance, repairs of locks and keys while concurrently keeping up with related records in the database system. The locksmith services both electronic and mechanical locks for all housing buildings. Additionally, manages and maintains records for the dissemination of physical keys. The locksmith will operate as directed within the university's housing system comprised of over 40 residential facilities throughout all GMU campuses.

* Serves on an On-Call basis during weekends and evenings as necessary.

Required Qualifications: * Hold a valid driver's license; * High school education and related experience, or an equivalent combination of education and experience; * Successful completion of a polygraph; * Must pass a thorough background check. * No felony convictions or convictions of misdemeanors involving crimes of moral turpitude or gross misconduct;

As part of the interview process, all interviewed candidates will be subject to a polygraph examination.

Preferred Qualifications: * Ability to learn quickly and retain information; * Basic understanding and knowledge of techniques, tools, equipment and safety precautions; * Ability to operate motor vehicles, heavy equipment, and machinery; * Ability to be subjected to both indoor and outdoor environmental conditions; * Climbing, balancing, stooping, kneeling, crunching, crawling, reaching, walking, pushing, pulling, lifting, fingering, grasping, talking, hearing, and repetitive motions. * Ability to manage and maintain an electronic database; * Experience with Microsoft Office, MPulse Software System, RS2, Simple K Software System.

For full consideration, applicants may apply for position number 09594z at http://jobs.gmu.edu by August 30, 2019; complete and submit the online application; and upload a cover letter, resume, and a list of three professional references with contact information.

"Great Careers Begin at Mason!

George Mason University is an innovative, entrepreneurial institution with national distinction in both academics and research. Mason holds a top U.S. News and World Report "Up and Coming" spot for national universities and is recognized for its global appeal and excellence in higher education.

Mason is currently the largest and most diverse university in Virginia with students from all 50 states and over 135 countries studying in 198 degree programs at campuses in Arlington, Fairfax and Prince William, as well as at learning locations across the commonwealth. Rooted in Mason's diversity is a campus culture that is both rewarding and exciting, work that is meaningful, and opportunities to both collaborate and create.

If you are interested in joining the Mason family take a look at our current opportunities and catch some Mason spirit at jobs.gmu.edu/!

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George Mason University is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer, committed to promoting inclusion and equity in its community. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability or veteran status, or any characteristic protected by law.