Access Project Specialist

Access Project Specialist

The University of South Carolina is seeking a skilled Business Affairs IT Technician to support the Carolina Card office's access control and credentialing systems. This hands-on role is responsible for installing, maintaining, and troubleshooting card readers, door access systems, and associated hardware and software to ensure reliable daily operations. The technician will monitor system performance (CSGOLD), perform routine diagnostics, and respond quickly to technical issues impacting access or meal plan functionality.

This position also coordinates installation projects with vendors and contractors, provides on-site technical oversight, and trains users on proper system operation. Successful candidates will demonstrate strong technical troubleshooting skills, the ability to work independently, and experience supporting hardware/software systems in a service-oriented environment.

Required education and experience include job related accreditation from a technical school or an applicable skilled trades program and 3 or more years of job related experience, which may be substituted by an equivalent combination of job related certification, training, education, and/or experience. A bachelor degree in a related field is preferred.

Key responsibilities include Carolina Card hardware support, door access project management, system monitoring and maintenance, and technical troubleshooting and customer support.

The position is full-time, with a hiring range of $57,779, and is located in Columbia, Richland County, within the Division of Administration and Finance, specifically the DAF Carolina Card Office. The work schedule is Monday to Friday, 8:30 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., with one hour for lunch, and the position requires a flexible schedule to meet department needs.