Cross-Functional IT Support Specialist

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Title: Cross-Functional IT Support Specialist

Employee Classification: Cross Funct IT Support Spec

Campus: University of North Texas

Division: UNT-Information Technology

SubDivision-Department: UNT-Enrollment Operations

Department: UNT-Administrative IT Services-150100

Job Location: Denton

Salary: $38523.60

FTE: 1.000000

Retirement Eligibility: TRS Eligible

About Us – Values Overview

Department Summary

Administrative Information Support Services (AITS) is uniquely positioned to support the University’s mission by providing the primary university-wide, shared resources of computing hardware, software, data and voice communications, and technology professional personnel on campus. AITS is called upon to provide computing and electronic communications resources when it can do so more effectively or more efficiently than separate units.

position Overview

To work as a flexible member of the AITS Support team and to maintain and troubleshoot Help Desk support issues. This employee will provide first and second level technical support, will assist in the upgrade, installation, and maintenance of equipment and software, and will utilize the call tracking system to document all work performed. This position will work closely with the network team to ensure workstations are properly prepared. The employee will provide technical support for all PCs, Laptops and Mobile devices and all end user support in the AITS Support area.

Minimum Qualifications

Associate’s degree in related field and three years of related computing work experience; or any equivalent combination of education, training, and experience.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

Prior experience with specific systems, equipment and software may be specified as needed by the department. Knowledge of principles of computing and communications networks, and characteristics of computing hardware and software used in distributed environment. Ability to operate computer keyboards and to install computer hardware. Ability to assimilate, retain and utilize technical and applications-oriented information.

Preferred Qualifications

The preferred candidate will possess the following additional qualifications: Prior experience working in a technical Help Desk environment. Prior experience answering phones in a technical Help Desk environment. Excellent organizational and computer skills.

Required License/Registration/Certifications

Job Duties

• Assist with training Helpdesk personnel
• Oversee the movement of computer equipment
• Assist with Infrastructure Change Management
• Complete special projects as assigned
• Workstation Deployments
• User Support
• Printer Support
• Work Documentation
• Departmental Liaison
• Knowledgebase Maintenance

Physical Requirements

Communicating with others to exchange information.
Lifting and Moving objects up to 50 pounds.
Moving about to accomplish tasks or moving from one worksite to another.
Repeating motions that may include the wrists, hands and/or fingers.
Sedentary work that primarily involves sitting/standing.

Environmental Hazards

No adverse environmental conditions expected.

Work Schedule

In person Monday through Friday 8-5

Driving University Vehicle

Yes

Security Sensitive

This is a Security Sensitive Position.

Special Instructions

Applicants must submit a minimum of two professional references as part of their Application. If needed, additional references can be added after the application has been submitted.

Benefits

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EEO Statement

The University of North Texas System is firmly committed to equal opportunity and does not permit — and takes actions to prevent — discrimination, harassment (including sexual violence, domestic violence, dating violence and stalking) and retaliation on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, disability, genetic information, or veteran status in its application, employment practices and facilities; nor permits race, color, national origin, religion, age, disability, veteran status, or sex discrimination and harassment in its admissions processes, and educational programs and activities, facilities and employment practices. The University of North Texas System promptly investigates complaints of discrimination, harassment and related retaliation and takes remedial action when appropriate. The University of North Texas System also takes actions to prevent retaliation against individuals who oppose any form of harassment or discriminatory practice, file a charge or report, or testify, assist or participate in an investigative proceeding or hearing.

The University of North Texas System and its component institutions are committed to equal opportunity and comply with all applicable federal and state laws regarding nondiscrimination and affirmative action. The University of North Texas System and its component institutions do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, religion, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, or veteran status in its application and admission processes, educational programs and activities, and employment practices.

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