Access Control Coordinator

Position Title: Access Control Coordinator
Department: Ancillary Services
Position Type: Full time, Permanent
Salary Range: $55,906-68,259
Posting Date: November 21, 2026
Closing Date: December 2, 2026

Position Summary

The Access Control Coordinator is responsible for the planning, administration, and ongoing support of the university's electronic access control systems. This role ensures that access permissions, schedules, hardware, and software are managed effectively and securely. The Coordinator serves as a central contact for campus stakeholders, coordinates with vendors, and supports long-term planning to maintain reliable and compliant access control across all university facilities. This position will work closely with IT services, Safety & Security and Facilities Management.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Manage user access across campus systems, including setup for faculty, staff, students, contractors, and guests. Configure schedules, permissions, and temporary access in line with university policies.
• Monitor system performance, investigate alerts and access issues, and coordinate maintenance for card readers, locks, controllers, and related hardware/software.
• Support lifecycle planning for access control technology, including evaluating, procuring, and standardizing hardware and software, and contributing to renovations and construction projects.
• Liaise with vendors on upgrades, roadmaps, and service support to ensure systems meet evolving campus needs.
• Ensure access control practices align with institutional policies, regulatory requirements, and industry standards, and collaborate with campus stakeholders to develop consistent processes and resolve access challenges.

Qualifications and Skills

• Diploma or degree in a relevant technical field (e.g., security systems, information technology, engineering) or equivalent experience.
• 3-5 years' experience with access control systems, security technologies, or enterprise IT environments; experience coordinating with vendors or contractors is an asset.
• Proficient with access control software and hardware, including system configuration, troubleshooting, and basic networking or system integration concepts.
• Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills with attention to detail.
• Effective communicator able to collaborate with technical and non-technical stakeholders and manage vendor relationships
• Flexible and adaptable, capable of supporting daily operations as well as long-term planning initiatives.

To apply for this opportunity, click the "Apply Now" button and upload your cover letter, resume and references. Only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

StFX is located in Mi'kma'ki, the ancestral and unceded territory of the Mi'kmaq People.

Our institution is committed to upholding the values of equity, diversity, inclusion and accessibility. We encourage applications from members of groups that have been historically disadvantaged and marginalized, including Indigenous persons (especially Mi'kmaq), racialized persons (especially African Nova Scotians), persons with disabilities, those who identify as women and/or 2SLGBTQIA+ and any others who would contribute to the diversity of our community. Please note that all qualified candidates are encouraged to apply; however, applications from Canadians and permanent residents will be given priority.

We are also committed to the elimination of barriers to participation for persons with disabilities. Should you require an accommodation during the recruitment process, please contact People and Culture at [email protected] or 902-867-5038.