Closing Date:
Type of Position:
DNU Information Technology (Inactive)
No
Job Type:
Temporary (Fixed Term)
Shift Vary (United States of America)
No
Institution Name:
University of Arkansas at Little Rock
The University of Arkansas at Little Rock is a metropolitan research university that provides an accessible quality education through flexible learning and unparalleled internship opportunities. At UA Little Rock we prepare our more than 8900 students to be innovators and responsible leaders in their fields. Committed to its metropolitan research university mission UA Little Rock is a driving force in Little Rocks thriving cultural community and a major component of the city and states growing profile as a regional leader in research technology transfer economic development and job creation.
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Department:
Trojan Works Program
ualr/trojanworks
ualr/itservices
Summary of Job Duties:
Extra Help/Trojan Works Student Workers serve in various roles across campus as Institutional WorkStudy (IWS) student workers. Specific duties are designated by the department hiring supervisor to include but are not limited to customer service answering phones and clerical work. This position is governed by state and federal laws and agency/institution policy. This position is a provisional appointment with UA Little Rock and is funded through a grant or contract. Annual position renewal is contingent upon continued grant funding and satisfactory job performance.
The Extra/Help Student Computer Support Specialists role is to ensure proper computer
operation so that end users can accomplish business tasks. This includes
receiving prioritizing documenting and actively resolving enduser help requests
and escalating incidents when considered appropriate and necessary to maintain
SLA expectations. Problem resolution may involve the use of diagnostic and help
request tracking tools as well as require that the individual give inperson handson help at the service desk level. The Student Computer Support Specialist assists
clients in the use of software applications including webbased applications
Smartboard printing and logging on and off client PCs. This position is part of
the IT Services Assistance Center and might work in SUA 105 the SUB front desk
or Fribourgh Hall. This position is governed by state and federal laws and agency/institution policy.
Qualifications:
Required Education and/or Experience
Job Duties and Responsibilities
- Field incoming requests to the Service Desk via both telephone and email to ensure courteous timely;
- Effective resolution of enduser issues Document all pertinent end user identification information including name department contact information and nature of the problem or issues;
- Build rapport and elicit problem details from service desk customers Prioritize and schedule problems;
- Escalate problem (when required) to the appropriately experienced technician;
- Record track and document the service desk request problemsolving process including all successful and unsuccessful decisions made and actions are taken through to final resolution;
- Apply diagnostic utilities to aid in troubleshooting;
- Access software updates drivers knowledge bases and FAQ resources on the Internet/Intranet to aid in problem resolution;
- Identify and learn appropriate software and hardware used and supported by the organization; Perform handson fixes at the desktop level including installing and upgrading software installing hardware implementing file backups and configuring systems and applications;
- Perform preventative maintenance including checking and cleaning of workstations printers and peripherals Test fixes to ensure the problem has been adequately resolved;
- Perform postresolution followups to help requests Develop help sheets and FAQ lists for endusers.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
Knowledge Skills and Abilities
- Knowledge of basic computer hardware;
- Experience with desktop operating systems;
- Extensive application support experience with the Microsoft Office Suite and the Google Apps suite Working knowledge of a range of diagnostic utilities;
- Exceptional written and oral communication skills;
- Exceptional interpersonal skills with a focus on rapportbuilding listening and questioning skills;
- Strong documentation skills;
- Fluent English language skills.
Additional Information:
$11.00 per hour
Required Documents to Apply:
Cover Letter/Letter of Application
List of three Professional References (name email business title) Resume
Special Instructions to Applicants:
A cover letter/letter of application is mandatory to be considered for all Trojan Works positions.
Recruitment Contact Information:
Nancy Hyde Trojan Works Coordinator or
All application materials must be uploaded to the University of Arkansas System Career Site
Please do not send to listed recruitment contact.
Preemployment Screening Requirements:
No Background Check Required
The University of Arkansas at Little Rock is committed to providing a safe campus community. We conduct background checks for applicants being considered for employment. Background checks include a criminal background check and a sex offender registry check. For certain positions there may also be a financial (credit) background check a Motor Vehicle Registry MVR check and/or drug screening. Required checks are identified in the position listing. A criminal conviction or arrest pending adjudication or adverse financial history information alone shall not disqualify an applicant in the absence of a relationship to the requirements of the position. Background check information will be used in a confidential nondiscriminatory manner consistent with state and federal law.
The University of Arkansas is an equal opportunity institution. The University does not discriminate in its education programs or activities (including in admission and employment) on the basis of any category or status protected by law including age race color national origin disability religion protected veteran status military service genetic information sex sexual preference or pregnancy. Federal law prohibits the University from discriminating on these bases. Questions or concerns about the application of Title IX which prohibits discrimination on the basis of sex may be sent to the Universitys Title IX Coordinator and to the U.S. Department of Education Office for Civil Rights.
Persons must have proof of legal authority to work in the United States on the first day of employment.
All application information is subject to public disclosure under the Arkansas Freedom of Information Act.
Constant Physical Activity:
Manipulate items with fingers including keyboarding
Frequent Physical Activity:
Walking
Occasional Physical Activity:
Lifting Pulling Pushing Reaching Sitting Standing Walking
Benefits Eligible:
No