Student Technology Specialist

Job Title: Student Technology Specialist

Requisition Number: DU14638

Department Name: 3L700:

ITS Customer Spt & Student Enablement

Work Location: Lexington, KY

Salary Range: $13.25 per hour

Type of Position: Student

Position Time Status : Part-Time

Required

Education:

Candidates must be enrolled at UK full-time for the Fall 2026 semester. Candidates must remain enrolled full-time in good academic standing for the duration of their employment with ITS.

Required Related

Experience:

Coursework or other experience relating to computer science, engineering, mass communications and/or customer service. Experience with some of the following operating systems:
Windows, MacOS, iOS, iPadOS, and Android.

Required License/Registration/Certification: none

Physical Requirements: Ability to work at a desk utilizing computer, mouse, keyboard, and chat support for portions of the day.

Shift: We are currently hiring for the Fall 2026 semester;
Days, Evenings, Nights. Shifts are flexible. We work around your class schedule. Must be able to work 10-20 hours per week.

Student Technology Specialists assists with accessing Eduroam, downloading and installing software, supporting overall student success Initiatives, troubleshooting technical issues students have while on campus, recording interactions in Service Now ticketing system and general computer support and maintenance. Students will provide both in person and remote support.

Please include your availability for the Fall semester in your Cover Letter.

• Excellent verbal communication skills required.
• Must have proficient or advanced computer and keyboarding skills.
• Ability to work alone, as well as with a team is essential.
• Must be independent and dependable.
• Strong interpersonal skills required.
• Ability to effectively explain technical concepts into non-technical language.

No

Preferred Education/

Experience:

Must be proficient with Microsoft Office products. Troubleshooting technical issues and customer service skills preferred.

Final date to receive applications: 08/01/2026

We value the well-being of each of our employees and are dedicated to creating a healthy place for everyone to work, learn and live. In the interest of maintaining a safe and healthy environment for our students, employees, patients and visitors, the University of Kentucky is a Tobacco & Drug Free campus.

The University follows both the federal and state Constitutions as well as all applicable federal and state laws on nondiscrimination. The University provides equal opportunities for qualified persons in all aspects of institutional operations and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, ethnic origin, religion, creed, age, physical or mental disability, veteran status, uniformed service, political belief, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy, marital status, genetic information or social or economic status.

Any candidate offered a position may be required to pass pre-employment screenings as mandated by University of Kentucky Human Resources. These screenings may include a national background check and/or drug screen.