Cross-Functional IT Support Specialist

Title

Cross-Functional IT Support Specialist

Employee Classification

Cross Funct IT Support Spec

Campus

University of North Texas

Division

UNT-Information Technology

Sub Division-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

Welcome to the University of North Texas System. The UNT System includes the University of North Texas in Denton and Frisco, the University of North Texas at Dallas and UNT Dallas College of Law, and the University of North Texas Health Science Center at Fort Worth. We are the only university system based exclusively in the robust Dallas-Fort Worth region. We are growing with the North Texas region, employing more than 14,000 employees, educating a record 49,000+ students across our system, and awarding nearly 12,000 degrees each year.

We are one team comprised of individuals who are committed to excellence, curiosity and innovation. We are transforming lives and creating economic opportunity through education. We champion a people-first values-based culture where We Care about each other and those we serve. We believe that we are Better Together because we foster an environment of respect, belonging, and access for all. We demonstrate Courageous Integrity through setting exceptional standards and acting in the best interest of our communities.

We are encouraged to Be Curious about opportunities for learning, creating, discovering, and innovating, and are encouraged to learn from failure. Show Your Fire by joining our team and exhibiting your passion and pride in your work as part of our UNT System team.

Learn more about the UNT System and how we live our values System.edu.

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

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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…