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University of Utah

IT Specialist

University of Utah, Salt Lake City, Utah, United States, 84193


Job Announcement

Job Title:

IT SpecialistOpen Date:

07/11/2024Requisition Number:

PRN39165BLocation:

Salt Lake City, UTDepartment:

01555 - UIT INFRASTRUCTURE & OPSStandard Hours per Week:

40Full Time or Part Time:

Full TimeShift:

DayWork Schedule Summary:M-F 8-5Onsite positionJob Summary:

The IT Specialist is a dynamic and proactive professional dedicated to providing comprehensive IT support to our contracted clients. This individual must possess a high level of motivation, exceptional organizational skills, and a friendly demeanor. Responsibilities include desktop and laptop imaging, end-user deployments, software installation, conducting updates and upgrades, and assisting Systems Administrators in preliminary troubleshooting. The role requires transportation of equipment, managing inventory/retirement of IT assets, documenting processes, and participating in computer-related projects. The successful candidate will engage directly with clients through various communication methods, ensuring a responsive and client-focused service. Guidance and direction will be provided by Systems Administrators and department managers to facilitate the IT Specialist’s integration and effectiveness within the team. This is an onsite position which may require on-call responsibilities.Responsibilities:Image, configure, deploy and support desktop, laptop, iPad, cellphone, software/operating systems, disk storage connectivity, etc.Manage and maintain Microsoft Windows and Apple OS systems.Track and document problems, issues, settings and solutions for IT systems.Review and create process and procedure documentation.Perform inventory and retirement processes.Available outside of normal business hours for client needs, events, or for server or desktop upgrades or updates.Utilize the department ticketing system to track work tickets and time.Assist Systems Administrators with troubleshooting, client interactions, machine deploys, and application support.Work as a team member as well as autonomously.Travel on and off campus locations using personal vehicle for IT support and equipment transport.Minimum Qualifications:

Requires a bachelor’s degree or equivalency (one year of education can be substituted for two years of related work experience) and 0-2 years of experience in the field or in a related area. Has knowledge of commonly-used concepts, practices, and procedures within areas of specialty.Preferences:Three years of computer support related experienceITIL Foundations CertificationA+, MCSE, or other applicable certificationsMicrosoft Windows and Apple OS troubleshootingMDM experienceEnvironment:

Will require lifting, bending, reaching, crawling under desks, repetitive desk work such as typing and long-term sitting.Salary Range:

$40K-55KThis position may require the successful completion of a criminal background check and/or drug screen.The University of Utah values candidates who have experience working in settings with students and patients from all backgrounds and possess a strong commitment to improving access to higher education and quality healthcare for historically underrepresented students and patients.All qualified individuals are strongly encouraged to apply. Veterans’ preference is extended to qualified applicants, upon request and consistent with University policy and Utah state law.For more information, please contact University Human Resource Management at (801) 581-2169 or via email at employment@utah.edu.

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