IT Support Technician

Job title: IT Support Technician in Kansas at University of Kansas
Company: University of Kansas
Job description: DepartmentInformation TechnologyPrimary CampusUniv of Kansas Edwards CampusJob Description65% - Meet customer requirements through first-contact resolutions with excellent customer service and satisfaction. Provide technical support via phone, email, chat, remote, and in person. Identify if the technical issue can be quickly resolved or if it needs to be escalated to / researched by a higher-level KU IT technical support unit. Continuously look to improve current support and business processes through these interactions. This support will include:

• Support of computer equipment utilized by campus stakeholders in classrooms, labs, offices, and meeting spaces.
• As required, general support of AV systems utilized by the TSC in a mix of classrooms, labs, offices, and meeting spaces.
• Creating/updating trouble tickets as indicated by the workflow.
• Identification as to whether the technical issues encountered can be quickly resolved or need escalation to higher-level technical support staff.
• Support, install and upgrade new and existing computer equipment including imaging.
• Troubleshooting hardware and software issues for labs, faculty, staff, students, etc.
• Tests to isolate the source of issues.
• Preparation of spaces prior to use to ensure requested technology is available and working when requested for classes, meetings, or events.
• Confirming customer understanding of the solution and provide additional customer education as needed.
• Documentation: Maintain accurate inventory information for both hardware and software products. Create and update procedures and knowledgebase articles.

35% - Complete projects and other duties as assigned, including but not limited to:

• Provide quotes for new equipment procurement.
• Maintain accurate inventory information for both hardware and software products.
• Support, install and upgrade equipment, including imaging of new computers.
• Create and document trouble tickets as required by the workflow.
• Create and update TSC procedures and knowledgebase articles.
• Develop broad and in-depth knowledge of software and hardware that are unique to the support area.

DisclaimerThe University of Kansas prohibits discrimination on the basis of race, color, ethnicity, religion, sex, national origin, age, ancestry, disability, status as a veteran, sexual orientation, marital status, parental status, gender identity, gender expression, and genetic information in the university's programs and activities. Retaliation is also prohibited by university policy. The following person has been designated to handle inquiries regarding the nondiscrimination policies and is the Title IX coordinator for all KU and KUMC campuses: Associate Vice Chancellor for Civil Rights and Title IX, [email protected], Room 1082, Dole Human Development Center, 1000 Sunnyside Avenue, Lawrence, KS 66045, 785-864-6414, 711 TTY.Work ScheduleM-F 8am-5pm, with nights or weekend work possible based on support or project needs as it relates to events.FLSA StatusNonexemptContact Information to ApplicantsVickye Kozlowski(785) 864-0493Required Qualifications

• High School Diploma / GED and two years of relevant experience (Experience can be via work history and /or class work or projects).
• Excellent written communication skills as evidenced by application materials.

Employee ClassU-Unclassified Professional StaffAdvertised Salary Range$44,399-49,399 commensurate with experienceFTE1.0Preferred Qualifications

• One (1) year of employment experience supporting Windows and /or Macintosh operating systems.
• Experience providing technical support and excellent customer service in an academic environment to the entire campus population.
• Experience providing general audio-visual systems support as shown in application materials.
• Experience with imaging software as evidenced in application materials.
• Experience with Microsoft Active Directory as shown in application materials.
• Experience with Microsoft Systems Center Configuration Manager (SCCM, now known as MCM) as evidenced in application materials.
• Experience with enterprise-level Apple product management software such as JAMF as shown in application materials.
• Experience with a ticketing system such as ServiceNow or TeamDynamix as demonstrated in application materials.
• Experience creating technical documentation as evidenced in application materials.
• Associate degree, technical college certificate, or higher degree in a technology-related field.

Position OverviewThe Technical Support Technician (Tier I) position is assigned to a KU IT Technology Support Center (TSC) based out of the Edwards Campus and is responsible for providing technical support to the users associated with that TSC while working under direct supervision, following standard procedures and documentation to accomplish assigned tasks. A positive work ethic centered around outstanding and careful customer interaction and support is required. This position serves as the first point of contact for troubleshooting hardware/software, PC/Mac/Linux workstation support, AV equipment, and / or printer problems. The position is responsible for following standard procedures (where present) and written instructions (when provided) to accomplish assigned tasks. The position assists users via telephone, email, chat, remote, and in person with a wide range of questions, problems, and requests related to desktop software, hardware, peripherals, applications, and basic network issues.KU is not able to provide H-1B sponsorship for this position.Reg/TempRegularApplication Review Begins02-Jun-2025Anticipated Start Date16-Jun-2025Additional Candidate InstructionIn addition to the online application, the following documents are required to be considered for this position:

• Cover letter describing how you meet the required and preferred qualifications.
• Resume.
• List of three (3) professional references.

Only complete applications will be considered.Application review begins Monday June 2, 2025 and will continue until a qualified pool of applicants are identified.Job FamilyInformation Technology-KULPosition Requirements

• Valid driver's license,
• Ability to lift 50 pounds with or without reasonable accommodation.

Expected salary: $44399 - 49399 per year
Location: Kansas
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