Security & Alarm Tech

Position Summary

The University of New Mexico is seeking a skilled Security and Fire Alarms Systems Technician to join our Life Safety team. Reporting to the Alarms Supervisor, this position plays a vital role in supporting and maintaining the University's life safety systems, including fire alarms, intrusion detection, CCTV, and related security systems. The technician will collaborate closely with Safety and Risk Services, as well as local Authorities Having Jurisdiction (AHJ), such as the Fire Marshal, to ensure compliance, reliability, and rapid response. This role requires participation in a 24 / 7 / 365 on-call rotation to provide critical support for emergency situations.

Critical Functions of the Position

• Strong alarm technology knowledge and work experience
• Project Management / work independently with minimal supervision
• Customer interfacing (University, Health Sciences (HSC) organizations, staff, students and non UNM agencies - Research Park, Student services, Rain Forest like agencies)
• Estimating, design for new, remodel and existing buildings for all life safety aspects
• Working with UNM police on life safety or like incidents, and support their operations
• Disaster recovery support with design, engineer, configuration and support, along with documentation
• Interfacing with vendors, carriers of telecommunications products, designs and support as needed
• Research and test all aspects of Life Safety components and systems
• Cherwell and Pinnacle interface, support as needed for IT Alarm support for trouble tickets, incidents and projects
• Review of budget, invoicing, expenses, tracking of products, use of the PCard process and audit ability

See the Position Description for additional information.

Conditions of Employment

Minimum Qualifications

High school diploma or GED; at least 3 years of experience directly related to the duties and responsibilities specified. Certification / Licensure : State of New Mexico ES-3J Journeyman Low Voltage Special Systems (under 50 volts).

Completed degree(s) from an accredited institution that are above the minimum education requirement may be substituted for experience on a year for year basis.

Preferred Qualifications

Additional Requirements

Applications need to include a complete professional work history with dates and hours worked.

Campus

Main - Albuquerque, NM

Department

IT Networks (320A)

Employment Type

Staff

Staff Type

Regular - Full-Time

Status

Non-Exempt

Pay

Hourly : $21.94 - $29.41

Benefits Eligible

This is a benefits eligible position. The University of New Mexico provides a comprehensive package of benefits including medical, dental, vision, and life insurance. In addition, UNM offers educational benefits through the tuition remission and dependent education programs. See the Benefits home page for a more information.

ERB Statement

As a condition of employment, eligible employees working greater than .25 FTE as determined by the New Mexico Education Retirement Act must make mandatory retirement contributions. For more information, review the Benefits Eligibility at a Glance grid.

Background Check Required

Yes

For Best Consideration Date

9 / 25 / 2025

Eligible for Remote Work

No

Application Instructions

Only applications submitted through the official UNMJobs site will be accepted. If you are viewing this job advertisement on a 3rd party site, please visit UNMJobs to submit an application. Include Resume / UNMJobs application and Cover Letter. Applicants submitting incomplete application packages may not be considered for interview.

Veteran Preference

Positions posted with a Staff Type of Regular or Term are eligible for the Veteran Preference Program. See the Veteran Preference Program webpage for additional details.

Equal Opportunity

The University of New Mexico is committed to hiring and retaining a diverse workforce. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer, making decisions without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, veteran status, disability, or any other protected class.

Background Checks

The University of New Mexico requires all regular staff positions successfully pass a pre-employment background check. This may include, but is not limited to, a criminal history background check, New Mexico Department of Health fingerprint screening, New Mexico Children, Youth, and Families Department fingerprint screening, verification of education credentials, and / or verification of prior employment. For more information about background checks, visit https : / / policy.unm.edu / university-policies / 3000 / 3280.html. Refer to https : / / policy.unm.edu / university-policies / 3000 / 3200.html for a definition of Regular Staff.

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