About the Department

This position works within Emergency Response and Access Control Support and ensures secure and dependable access across the courthouse, adult detention center, and all associated sheriff’s office facilities by quickly addressing mechanical and electronic lock failures, installing and maintaining detention-grade locking hardware and electronic access control systems, and designing and managing master keying and credentialing programs. This role maintains access records and audits, supports physical security planning, coordinates maintenance and project activities with internal departments and external vendors, participates in after-hours on-call emergency response rotations, and provides training to designated staff on the proper operation of locks and access control systems.

Note: The appointee to this position is subject to emergency callback 24 hours a day/seven days a week (24/7) to respond to emergency lock and security system failures outside of normal business hours, including nights, weekends, and holidays when required.

Position Duties

(The illustrative duties listed in this specification are representative of the class but are not an all-inclusive list. A complete list of position duties and unique physical requirements can be found in the position job description.)

Recommends appropriate physical security devices (i.e. safes, lockers, electrical and mechanical access controls, locks, etc.) as well as physical security keying plans;
Troubleshoots and repairs or oversees repairs to locks and locking systems;
Installs or oversees the installation of electronic access systems (i.e. electrical locksets, electrical release/strike, magnetic locks and computer based systems);
Coordinates new construction or major renovations with project engineers and provides keying information to contractors as specified by project engineers;
Installs and rekeys specialized restricted lock cylinder systems;
Originates master keying systems including insertion and expansion;
Maintains key record audit as required by contracts;
Installs, replaces, cleans and performs preventive maintenance on various types of locks, rekeys locks as well as installing/repairing panic bars;
Prepares cost estimates on projects and maintains records of work performed;
Maintains inventory of locks and associated materials and reorders same as necessary;
Operates assigned service vehicle;
Programs installs or repairs card access proximity locks;
May serve as a team leader to other tradespersons from various disciplines and trade helpers providing guidance/direction and instruction, serving on selection panels and
inspecting/approving the work performed by team members.

Minimum Qualifications

(The knowledge, skills and abilities listed in this specification are representative of the class but are not an all-inclusive list.)Thorough knowledge of the standards, practices and equipment of the locksmith trade;

Thorough knowledge of various types of locks and locking systems as well as
electronic/electrical security systems;
Knowledge of safety regulations and procedures as well as the common hazards associated with the locksmith trade;
Knowledge of various safety labeling systems as well as computer systems associated with security and keying record systems;
Ability to operate milling machine, metal lathe and welding equipment needed to create custom lock applications or make repairs;
Ability to follow written and oral instructions, diagrams, sketches and manufacturer's manuals;
Ability to plan and perform work at the journeyman level;
Ability to maintain good interpersonal relationships;
Ability to train/instruct and provide guidance to tradespersons in various disciplines and
Maintenance Trade Helpers;
Ability to perform physical aspects of job ie. lifting, stooping, bending and performing tasks in tiring and uncomfortable positions.

Other Qualifications

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
Any combination of education and experience equivalent to the following: high school diploma or a GED issued by a state department of education; and completion of an apprentice-level or vocational locksmith training program; and three years of experience as a journeyman locksmith; four years of experience may be substituted for the apprentice-level or vocational locksmith training program.

CERTIFICATES AND LICENSES REQUIRED:

Valid motor vehicle operator's license.
Certification by one of the following nationally recognized locksmith associations:
- Associated Locksmiths of America (ALOA)
- Registered Locksmith (RL)
- Certified Professional Locksmith (CPL)
- Certified Master Locksmith (CML)

NECESSARY SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS:
The appointee to this position will be required to complete a criminal background check, driving record check, polygraph exam, and psychological exam to the satisfaction of the employer.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

Experience as a locksmith in a correctional facility, adult detention center, courthouse, law enforcement facility, or other high-security government environment.
Experience maintaining and repairing detention-grade locking systems, security doors, sally ports, sliding doors, security grilles, and related detention security hardware.
Experience maintaining master key systems, restricted keyways, key control programs, and physical security records.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:
Mobility, flexibility, manual dexterity and coordination, vision and hearing. All duties performed with or without reasonable accommodations.

SELECTION PROCEDURE:
Panel interview and may include exercise.

Fairfax County is home to a highly diverse population, with a significant number of residents speaking languages other than English at home (including Spanish, Asian/Pacific Islander, Indo-European, and many others.) We encourage candidates who are bilingual in English and another language to apply for this opportunity.

Fairfax County Government prohibits discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, pregnancy, childbirth or related medical conditions, age, marital status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetics, political affiliation, or military status in the recruitment, selection, and hiring of its workforce.

Reasonable accommodations are available to persons with disabilities during application and/or interview processes per the Americans with Disabilities Act. TTY 703-222-7314. [email protected] EEO/AA/TTY.

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Benefits

Merit Positions

Fairfax County is proud to offer employees an attractive and comprehensive benefits program, including the following:

Medical/Vision/Dental Insurance Coverage
Group Term Life Insurance
Long Term Disability
LiveWell Program
Flexible Spending Programs
Paid Leave (annual, sick, parental, volunteer activity, and more!)
Paid Holidays
Contributory Retirement Plan
Deferred Compensation
Employee Assistance Program
Employees' Child Care Center
Continuous Learning Opportunities

Please click here for a summary of our benefits.

NOTE: Fairfax County Government is a qualifying employer under the Public Service Loan Forgiveness program. For more information about the PSLF program: Public Service Loan Forgiveness | Federal Student Aid

For additional details please visit the County's benefits webpage.

Non-Merit Positions

Non-Merit Benefit Eligible: scheduled to work a minimum 1,040 hours and no more than a maximum of 1,560 hours in a calendar year.
- Medical/Vision/Dental Insurance Coverage
- Flexible Spending Program
- Deferred Compensation
Temporary: scheduled to work a maximum of 900 hours in a calendar year.
- No benefits

Supplemental Questions

What is the highest level of education that you have completed?

Less than 12th grade
High school diploma or GED
Some college
Associate's degree
Bachelor's degree
Master's degree
Doctorate degree

If you answered "Some college" for the highest level of education completed, please indicate the number of quarter or semester hours you have completed towards a degree.

Less than 45 quarter hours
45 to less than 90 quarter hours
90 to less than 135 quarter hours
135 to less than 180 quarter hours
180 or more quarter hours
Less than 30 semester hours
30 to less than 60 semester hours
60 to less than 90 semester hours
90 to less than 120 semester hours
120 or more semester hours
Not applicable

Have you completed an apprentice-level or vocational locksmith training program?

How many years of full-time equivalent experience as a journeyman locksmith do you possess?

None
Less than one year
One to less than two years
Two to less than three years
Three years or more

How many years of full-time equivalent experience in the locksmith trade do you possess?

None
Less than one year
One to less than two years
Two to less than three years
Three to less than four years
Four years or more

Please indicate the following certification(s) you possess. Check all that apply.

Associated Locksmiths of America (ALOA)
Registered Locksmith (RL)
Certified Professional Locksmith (CPL)
Certified Master Locksmith (CML)
None of the above

Do you currently possess a valid driver's license?

This position is considered essential personnel for purposes of continuity of operations and may be required to respond during inclement weather or emergency situations. Are you willing and able to report to work during these situations?

Do you have experience as a locksmith in a correctional facility, adult detention center, courthouse, law enforcement facility, or other high-security government environment?

Do you have experience maintaining and repairing detention-grade locking systems, security doors, sally ports, sliding doors, security grilles, and related detention security hardware?

Do you have experience maintaining master key systems, restricted keyways, key control programs, and physical security records?

Required Question

Agency Information

Employer: Fairfax County
Address: 12000 Government Center Pkwy. Suite 270

Fairfax, Virginia, 22035
Phone: 703–324–3311
Website: http://agency.governmentjobs.com/fairfaxcounty/default.cfm

Locksmith II