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Locksmith Foreman (1286)

Employer
Northern Illinois University (NIU)
Location
DeKalb, IL

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Institutional & Business Affairs, Auxiliary Services
Employment Type
Full Time
Institution Type
Four-Year Institution

Job Details

Working Position Title:

Locksmith Foreman (1286)

Classification Title :

Locksmith Foreman

Position Number:

00001286

Open Date:

11/28/2022

Close Date:

01/04/2023

Full-Time/Part Time:

Full-Time

FTE:

1.00

Position Status:

Regular

FLSA:

Non-Exempt

Job code:

1733

Union Representation:

Union

Unit/Department:

Physical Plant

College/Unit:

Facilities Management

Division:

Administration & Finance

Location:

PP 135

Link to Department Website or Custom Search Page:

www.niu.edu/physicalplant

Overview :

The Physical Plant is a department under Facilities Management and Campus Services, a unit of the Division of Administration & Finance. The Physical Plant provides the services to the entire campus such as carpentry, painting, plumbing, and electrical services.

Under general direction of Assistant Director of the Physical Plant or designee, the NIU Locksmith Foreman performs all duties related to and required for a Locksmith. In addition, The Locksmith Foreman plans, organizes, and directs Locksmith subordinates in the installation, modification, preventative maintenance, and repair of locksmith equipment including master keying, inventory accountability and keyless access control. The Locksmith Foreman is responsible for working directly with the Assistant Director of the Physical Plant or designee and Locksmith subordinate positions to ensure a thorough understanding of all work functions and requirements.

Position Summary:

The Locksmith Foreman reports to the Physical Plant Assistant Director or designee. In turn, the Locksmith Foreman supervises all Key Control shop personnel and interacts with other Physical Plant Foreman, Heating Plant staff, Grounds staff, Building Services staff, Support staff, Architects, outside vendors, utilities, inspectors, and contractors hired to perform services related to the building operations and maintenance. The person in this position provides coordination and communication with these various constituents, verbally and in writing, to ensure all work is completed in a consistent, efficient manner. This position represents NIU and the Physical Plant and conducts themselves in a professional manner when working with members of the campus, vendors, and the community.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities :

Performs all duties of a Locksmith; plans and lays out work from oral and written instruction; assigns and supervises the work of Locksmiths engaged in the installation, maintaining and repairing different types of building locks and security devices, disassembles locks; repairs and replaces worn tumblers, springs and other parts. Cuts new, duplicate or replacement keys and stamps with identification for authorized personnel as requested on Key Request forms.

Serve as liaison between the Assistant Director of the Physical Plant or designee and the Shop Floor, promulgating initiatives and directives. Represent the Employer’s right to operate and manage its affairs, and interpret this to the Employees. Motivate subordinate staff to complete work per required quality standards, and review all procedures. Enhance relations through effective communication and ensure workers adhere to all rules and policies. Conduct performance evaluations for all Locksmith personnel. Review attendance, performance, and conduct of workers; administer counseling statements or corrective action incident reports to correct behaviors that are detrimental to the University in conjunction with the Physical Plant Assistant Director or designee.

Minimum Required Qualifications (Civil Service) :

CREDENTIALS TO BE VERIFIED BY PLACEMENT OFFICER

  1. High school diploma or equivalent.
  2. Current licensure as a Locksmith by the Illinois Department of Financial and Professional Regulation (IDFPR).
  3. Four (4) years (48 months) of work experience in the repair and maintenance of locks, door checks, and related hardware and in the making and duplication of keys, including apprenticeship and/or vocational training.
  4. Three (3) years (36 months) of work experience equivalent to the Locksmith Sub-Foreman level of this series.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES (KSAs)
  1. Skill in repair and maintenance of locks and related hardware.
  2. Skill in the use of shop and hand tools commonly used in lock repair.
  3. Ability to keep and maintain records.
  4. Ability to supervise.

Specialty Factors (Civil Service):

Valid/current driver’s license as required by the State of Illinois for the type of motor vehicle(s) to be operated by the incumbent.

Physical demands/requirements:

• May have to enter occupied residential rooms, offices and/or work spaces
• Outside during inclement weather

Anticipated Appointment Start Date:

12/1/2022

Percent of Staff Year:

1.00

Standard Hours Per Week:

40.00

Salary:

$50.32 per hour

Hourly or Semi-monthly Pay Rate/Range:

$50.32/hr; $104,665.60 annual

Earn Type:

Hourly

Application Procedure:

Additional Position Details:

  • Click on Locksmith Foreman for more information including salary ranges, typical duties, minimum acceptable qualifications, and testing requirements.
  • Please click on Human Resource Services – Benefits for detailed information about Northern Illinois University’s benefits package.
  • Applicants must be a current citizen or resident of the State of Illinois to move forward in the hiring process.
  • Employment is contingent upon your passing a criminal background investigation. You may not begin work until the criminal background investigation results have been received and cleared by Human Resources.

Application Review Details:
  • Fully complete the Education and Work History sections of the application. Be specific on your entire work history, including employment dates and duties for all positions held. Applicable part-time work experience will be considered toward qualifying for this position; however, it will be converted to a full-time equivalency to determine combined length of experience.
  • If you have education and/or training in excess of what is required, we encourage you to upload your unofficial transcripts.
  • After the posting has closed, your submission will be reviewed to determine if you meet the minimum qualifications for the classification, including any specialty factors associated with this position. If you meet the minimum required qualifications for this position, you will receive a score based on your education and experience, and your name will be placed on the active employment register.
  • Please monitor your e-mail for further information regarding your application. Emails will be generated from jobs@niu.edu and CivilServiceTesting@niu.edu. Please add these emails to your address book to ensure timely delivery of any future communication.
  • We STRONGLY recommend that contact information used in your online profile be personal use, not professional/work information: personal email address, home address and phone numbers. The information that you provide is used to make contact on search updates, department referrals and interviews, etc. We must be able to relay sensitive and important information in a way that protects your privacy concerning job search activity, now and in the future.

Exam Details:
  • The Civil Service examination for this classification is a Credentials Assessment and is based on your application materials as submitted for this posting. A Credential Assessment is a rating by the Human Resources Office of an applicant’s/employee’s education, experience, and special credentials/qualifications (licenses, etc.). In order to determine an appropriate rating for each examination, a review of a résumé, cover letter, university/agency official employment application, college transcript, copies of license/certification and any other relevant material may be required.
  • Required documentation noted in the posting, such as a driver’s license, licensures, or certifications MUST be uploaded with your application materials.
  • If eligible for Veteran’s Preference Points, DD214/DD215/NGB22/DD256 paperwork reflecting an Honorable Discharge MUST be uploaded to this application to receive the maximum eligible points on the Civil Service examination.
  • After assessment of all qualified applicants has been completed for this position, the names with the top three (3) scores will be referred to the hiring department for interview.

Special Instructions :

  • Resume
  • Cover Letter
  • List of References
  • Current licensure as a Locksmith by Illinois Dept. of Financial and Professional Regulation

Quick Link to Applicant :

https://employment.niu.edu/postings/68021

Is Background Check Required?:

Yes

EEO Statement Summary:

In accordance with applicable statutes and regulations, NIU is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, ancestry, sex, religion, age, physical and mental disability, marital status, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, political affiliation, or any other factor unrelated to professional qualifications, and will comply with all applicable federal and state statutes, regulations and orders pertaining to nondiscrimination, equal opportunity and affirmative action.

The following person has been designated to handle inquiries regarding the non-discrimination policies:


Ethics and Compliance Officer, Title IX Coordinator
Health Services 230
TitleIXCoordinator@niu.edu
815-753-5560

Visa Policy:

In compliance with federal law, all persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States and to complete the required employment eligibility verification document form upon hire.

ADA Accommodation:

NIU remains committed to ensuring that its recruitment and application procedures include full opportunities for applicants with disabilities. Employment opportunities will not be denied to anyone because of the need to make accommodations for a person’s disability during either the application or interview process. An applicant who believes they require an accommodation to participate in the employment process due to a disability may request that accommodation through the Accommodation Request Form. For further assistance, please contact the office of Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity (AAEO) at ada@niu.edu.

Safety Information:

NIU provides annual reports on campus security and fire safety.

Read the Annual Safety and Security Report. Contact the Ethics and Compliance Office at 815-753-1649 for a hard copy.

Read the Fire Safety Report. Contact the Department of Environmental Health and Safety at 815-753-0404 for a hard copy.

Organization

Northern Illinois University is a comprehensive research university offering programs from the baccalaureate through the doctorate. Colleges include business, education, engineering and engineering technology, law, liberal arts and sciences, health and human sciences, and visual and performing arts. On-campus enrollment is approximately 18,000 students. The university also offers more than 200 extension courses each semester to students in communities throughout northern Illinois.

The main campus is located in DeKalb, 65 miles west of Chicago's "Loop" and 40 miles southeast of Rockford. In addition to the main campus, NIU has three education centers in Hoffman Estates, Rockford, and Naperville. DeKalb/Sycamore, with a population of about 50,000, is a modern paradox, a rural/urban community. It is simultaneously recognized for its manufacturing and rich farmlands. The site of the first manufacture of barbed wire and the development of hybrid seed corn are evidence of its diversified history. The blend of industry and agriculture, coupled with the cultural and recreational facilities of the university and supplemented by easy access to Chicago and Rockford, provide an enjoyable environment in which to live.

Company info
Telephone
815-753-1000
Location
1425 Lincoln Hwy
DeKalb
Illinois
60115
US

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