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Specialist, Access Control
Job Number: 2026-49176
Category: Administrative Support
Location: Worcester, MA
Shift: Day
Exempt/Non-Exempt: Non Exempt
Business Unit: UMass Chan Medical School
Department: School - Parking - W842700
Job Type: Full-Time
Union Code: Union Position-W28-SHARE
Num. Openings: 1
Post Date: Jan. 29, 2026
Work Location: 100% Onsite
Salary Minimum: USD $38,604.80/Yr.
Salary Maximum: USD $47,528.00/Yr.

GENERAL SUMMARY OF POSITION: 

Under the general supervision of the Parking Services Manager or designee, the Access Control Specialist is responsible for general clerical duties with the day to day operation of the Parking/Access Control office.

MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES:

  • Operate and monitor computerized security access control systems for all security card readers on and off campus.
  • Compile and maintain confidential employee information for the parking and security access control programs
  • Modify employees and vendor security access upon request and as appropriate
  • Issue badges for employees, and vendors of the Medical School and UMass Memorial, and appropriately assigns access.
  • Collaborate with colleges ‘clinical rotation coordinators to support rotations at University Campus
  • Generate security reports to support departmental requests
  • Support of visitor management system including triaging issues, providing employees and vendors to resources, and directing to check-in locations
  • Monitor and submit payroll deductions for parking for all employees, makes necessary changes via Peoplesoft/Memorial payroll systems.
  • Collect revenue for parking of student and outside agents and issue parking voucher and reconcile daily
  • Deposit cash receipts, as needed or required, at the Bursars Office
  • Handle daily parking problems with visitors, employees, and patients and assists with special departmental requests.
  • Handle parking violation though interactions with parking clerk, processing of payment for tickets, clearing through tickets registry of motor vehicles.
  • Coordinate with system vendors to insure proper repairs and maintenance including, troubleshoot problems vendor.
  • Review, sort and file a variety of material, set up and maintain filing systems, provide information which requires the use of Office Applications
  • Answer the emails, telephone calls, take messages or relays information within scope of authority. Greet visitors and employees, and provide support or resources to meet their needs
  • Maintain knowledge and understanding of revenue control system in the Patient Visitor Garage, and operation as needed.
  • Operate standard office equipment such as photocopier, computer, fax, etc.
  • Open, review, and distribute incoming mail accordingly.
  • Perform other duties as required.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:

  • Associate degree or equivalent experience
  • 3 years of secretarial/clerical experience.
  • Considerable knowledge of Business English, Spelling, Arithmetic and office practice.
  • Working knowledge of office equipment
  • Working knowledge of personal computer and use of data bases, spreadsheet programs, and MS office.
  • Able to interact with public and staff in stressful situations.
  • Ability to handle complex and confidential information.
  • Excellent oral and written communication skills to interact with all levels of staff both internally and externally to the Medical School.

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Posting Disclaimer:
This job posting outlines the primary responsibilities and qualifications for the role but is not intended to be an exhaustive list. Duties and expectations may evolve in response to the needs of the department and the broader institution.

In alignment with our commitment to pay transparency, the base salary range for this position is listed above (exclusive of benefits and retirement). At UMass Chan Medical School, final base salary offers are determined based on a combination of factors, including your skills, education, and relevant experience. We also consider internal equity to ensure fair and consistent compensation across our teams.

Please note that the range provided reflects the full base salary range for this position. Offers are typically made within the midrange to allow for future growth and development within the role.

In addition to base pay, UMass Chan offers a comprehensive Total Rewards package, which includes paid time off, medical, dental, and vision coverage, and participation in a 401(a)-retirement plan, with the option to contribute to a voluntary 403(b) plan.

UMass Chan welcomes all qualified applicants and complies with all state and federal anti-discrimination laws.