OVERVIEW

Memphis-Shelby County Schools is seeking dynamic educational champions ready to position our district as a national exemplar of education transformation. We need leaders with a fierce commitment to actualizing a bold vision that yields ambitious outcomes for more than 110,000 students and families across the Memphis-Shelby County area. The reality is that we can do better for kids, and we will with the right leaders in place. The most successful candidates believe that more is possible for Memphis and are:

• Courageous Thinkers & Doers: Prepared to navigate and thrive in a complex and ambiguous environment on day one, present innovative ideas to address systemwide issues, and execute sustainable plans toward transformation.
• Solutions-Oriented: See the possibilities, demonstrate the capacity to synthesize information and adjust short and long-term goals, and consistently find a window when doors close to deliver measurable results for kids and families.
• High-Performing Gamechangers: Leader of leaders with the capacity to mobilize and empower an outstanding team, make people-centered data-informed decisions, and operate with a relentless hyperfocus on removing stubborn barriers that destroy the hopes and dreams of too many of our students.

 

SUMMARY DESCRIPTION:

 

The Locksmith is responsible for the installation, repair, replacement, and maintenance of locks and security devices. These tasks include installing or repairing locks and related hardware, programming electronic security and access systems, and troubleshooting malfunctioning devices. They also respond to emergency calls of lockouts and create replacement keys. Designs master key systems which include sub-master and single keys and maintains records.

1. Develops and maintains an effective record-keeping system for the issuance of all keys.
2. Maintains a master key cabinet.
3. Installs new lock systems when appropriate.
4. Replaces and repairs damaged locks.
5. Maintains uniformity of key systems at individual buildings.
6. Provides security by maintaining a list of all grandmasters and sub-masters issued to employees.
7. Duplicates keys when properly authorized.
8. Maintains an adequate supply of locks, keys, and related hardware.
9. Assumes the responsibility for a district vehicle, vehicle inventory, materials and tools.
10. Installs, repairs and replaces related door hardware as needed.
11. Exhibits punctuality and dependability on the job.
12. Upholds and adheres to safety rules and policies of the SISD safety program.
13. Supports the goals and objectives of the school district and follows all district policies.
14. Demonstrates the ability to attend work on a regular and routine basis to avoid disruption to district operations.
15. Provides optimal customer service to all students, employees, parents, community members and any other stakeholders of the district.
16. Performs other related duties as assigned or directed.

Requires High School diploma or GED and four (4) years of related experience and requires valid Driver’s License. Journeyman locksmith Preferred. (PROOF OF EDUCATION, TRAINING, AND/OR EXPERIENCE IS REQUIRED)

 

Degree Equivalency Formula:

Bachelor’s Degree= 4 years plus required years of experience.

Master’s Degree=6 years plus required years of experience. 

AMERICANS WITH DISABILITIES ACT COMPLIANCE
MSCS is an Equal Opportunity Employer. MSCS provides reasonable accommodations to qualified persons with disabilities. Prospective and current employees are encouraged to discuss ADA accommodations with management.