Key Administrator

Key Administrator

Do you have experience managing and tracking large key inventories while maintaining accurate records? Have you worked with key control systems, lock changes, or electronic key box systems? Are you highly organized, detail-oriented, and passionate about maintaining secure access for thousands of residents? Do you thrive in a fast-paced environment where accuracy, accountability, and customer service are essential? We have the job for you!

The Key Administrators maintains records of all Housing keys (issue and return), performs regular key audits, issues and tracks all temporary, construction, and permanent lock cores and lock changes, monitors electronic key boxes and key security, and is responsible for the procurement of key and core replacement. Take calls after hours if issues with keys. Serves as part of the on-call rotation supporting the Work Control area 24/7/365 operations.

Primary duties include:

• Responsible for all Housing Staff Keys (over 100 keys). Establish guidelines and procedures for key management within Housing, as approved by supervisor.
• Creates work orders for the purpose of documenting activities. Prepares and maintains records of installed locks, lock changes, key replacements, and other relevant information for over 30 buildings and over 8,000 residents.
• Responsible for the coordination and tracking of all lock/core replacements, including temporary, construction, and permanent cores.
• Responsible for entering new key codes when locks are changed and new keys are delivered for over 30 buildings, and responsible for working with electronic key box vendors for over 30 buildings.

Perks:

• Competitive salary + some of the BEST benefits you can find!
• 1 5 paid vacation days
• 1 5 paid sick days
• 13 paid holidays (including an extended December holiday)
• An engaging and collaborative environment.

Knowledge/Skills/Abilities:

• High level of organization and customer service, interpersonal, written, and verbal communication skills. Excellent computer skills.
• This position has been designated as essential personnel during inclement/hazardous weather and other emergencies.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience with Work Management processes and programs. Experience with Key Control. Some experience with key monitoring systems, relevant IT experience a plus

Additional Comments:

Job Close Date 08/11/2026 Special Instructions to Applicant Positions are advertised for a minimum of five (5) business days on our job website. After five (5) business days, positions can be closed at the discretion of the department at any time. This employment site is updated on a regular basis. The length of the recruitment and screening process may vary from position to position, depending upon a variety of factors.

Should review of your qualifications result in a decision to pursue your candidacy, you will be contacted by phone or email. We are only accepting applications submitted by August 11, 2026. The University of South Carolina offers a valuable benefits package including but not limited to:

• Health and Life Insurance
• Retirement Programs
• Paid Tuition
• Dependent Scholarships
• Annual Leave
• Sick Leave
• 13 Paid Holidays (including an extended December holiday)
• Paid Parental Leave
• Professional Development Opportunities