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The End User Support Specialist I under general supervision provides Tier 2 end-user technology support to faculty staff students and other campus users to ensure the efficient reliable and secure use of university technology resources. This position troubleshoots and resolves routine to moderately complex hardware software account access connectivity classroom technology lab technology printing and peripheral support issues across supported Windows Apple mobile and other computing environments.

This position is responsible for documenting prioritizing updating resolving and escalating Service Desk tickets in accordance with departmental procedures and service expectations. The End User Support Specialist I assists with endpoint deployments software installations classroom and lab technology support user training knowledge base documentation and technology refresh initiatives. This position also provides professional customer service follows established technical standards supports compliance with university policies and contributes to the continuous improvement of Service Desk operations.

Salary information: The expected salary for this position is $40000.00 annually.

Eligibility to work in the U.S. is required at the time of hire. No pre-employment sponsorship is authorized for this position.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Provides front-line technical support and resolves routine to moderately complex end-user technology issues for end users across Apple Windows mobile classroom lab and other supported computing environments. Troubleshoots a variety of hardware software account access printing network connectivity classroom technology and peripheral issues.
• Receives documents prioritizes updates and resolves Service Desk tickets in the designated IT service management system. Ensures that all Service Desk interactions are accurately logged categorized and updated with clear troubleshooting notes resolution details and customer communication.
• Evaluates Tier 2 support issues and follows them through to resolution or appropriate escalation. Performs initial diagnosis researches known issues applies documented solutions and escalates tickets when additional technical expertise system access or vendor support is required.
• Provides timely professional and customer-focused support to faculty staff students and other campus users. Communicates clearly with customers regarding issue status next steps expected timelines and resolution outcomes.
• Installs configures deploys and supports end-user hardware and software including desktops laptops classroom computers lab computers printers peripherals standard campus applications and approved specialized software. Assists with new technology deployments computer replacements software rollouts device setup and post-deployment support.
• Provides guidance and recommendations to end users regarding the appropriate use selection and operation of supported hardware software and technology resources in accordance with university policies standards accessibility requirements security requirements and departmental procedures.
• Supports classroom lab conference room and distance learning technology including equipment setup routine checks preventative maintenance troubleshooting and coordination with faculty and staff to facilitate instructional use of technology.
• Provides training and assistance to end users on widely used campus applications specialized software classroom technology collaboration tools and standard IT services.
• Develops updates and maintains internal documentation user-facing knowledge base articles frequently asked questions troubleshooting guides and support procedures related to end-user computing and Service Desk operations.
• Assists in identifying recurring issues service gaps documentation needs and opportunities for process improvement. Provides status updates resource estimates and progress reports as requested.
• Provides technical input and recommendations for the planning acquisition configuration and implementation of new computer hardware software classroom technology and end-user technology solutions.
• Participates in departmental projects technology refreshes campus initiatives committees and working groups as assigned. Provides support for technical standards service procedures deployment planning and operational readiness.
• Ensures assigned work is completed accurately professionally and in compliance with departmental standards project requirements university policies security expectations and applicable quality standards.

KNOWLEDGE SKILLS & ABILITIES:

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelors degree in applicable field or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Four months of related experience.
• Knowledge of word processing and spreadsheet applications.
• Knowledge of advanced IT intermediate troubleshooting client relations formulating and contributing ideas and knowledge of the Information Technology Interface Library (ITIL).
• Ability to multitask and work cooperatively with others.

Preferred Qualifications

• Two years of related experience providing technical support in an IT Service Desk help desk desktop support classroom technology or end-user support environment.
• Operational knowledge of Windows macOS mobile operating systems and commonly used desktop computing hardware and software.
• Experience troubleshooting end-user hardware software account access printing network connectivity peripheral classroom technology or lab technology issues.
• Experience documenting updating and resolving support requests in an IT service management or ticketing system.
• Knowledge of desktop computing security procedures including password security multi-factor authentication software compliance data protection and safe handling of university-owned technology assets.
• Experience installing configuring deploying or supporting computers software applications printers peripherals classroom computers or lab technology.
• Experience creating or maintaining technical documentation knowledge base articles frequently asked questions or internal support procedures.
• Familiarity with higher education technology environments instructional technology classroom support distance learning technology or academic lab support.
• Relevant technical certification or training such as CompTIA A Network ITIL Foundation Microsoft Apple Google or other related technology support certification.

Other Requirements

• Excellent written and verbal communication analytical interpersonal organizational and customer service skills.
• Ability to occasionally work outside normal business hours including evenings or weekends to support system maintenance technology deployments campus events semester startup activities emergency response or other operational needs.
• Physical Requirements:
  • Exerting up to 30 pounds of force occasionally and/or up to 15 pounds of force frequently and/or up to 10 pounds of force constantly to move objects.
  • Must be able to frequently move about campus facilities including traversing stairs navigating multiple floors and traveling between buildings to provide on-site technical support.
  • Bending and crouching around and under objects to check adjust maintain install or repair equipment.
    • The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

SUPERVISION OF PERSONNEL:

This position generally does not supervise employees.

OPEN UNTIL FILLED. To ensure full consideration applications must be submitted by 08/01/2026

To apply: Upload your cover letter CV/resume and 3 professional references contact information with one reference being a supervisor/manager in the questionnaire section of your application.

Please remember once you submit your application you will not be able to revise or upload any documents. If you have any questions about uploading or a revision to your application you may contact .

BENEFITS (rules policies eligibility apply):

From our generous benefits package and professional development opportunities to our retirement programs and our commitment to service excellence A&M-Texarkana is an engaging and rewarding place to work.

Insurance:

• Medical
  • $0 - $30 per month for Employee Only coverage after university contribution ($920 value)
  • Up to 83% of premium covered by the university:
    • Employee and Spouse
    • Employee and Children
    • Employee and Family coverage
• Dental & Vision
• Life Insurance Accidental D&D Long Term Disability Flexible Spending Account and Day Care Spending Account

Tuition Benefits:

Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program

75% waiver of tuition and fees for full-time employees their spouses and children

Time Off:

8 hours of vacation paid time off every month

8 hours of sick leave paid time off every month

8 hours of paid time off for birthday leave

12-15 paid holidays each year

Retirement:

Teacher Retirement System of Texas (TRS) or Optional Retirement Plan (ORP)

Voluntary Tax Deferred Account/Deferred Compensation Plan

Professional Development via LinkedIn Learning

Employee Assistance Program

On Campus Wellness Opportunities

All positions are security-sensitive. Applicants are subject to a criminal history investigation and employment is contingent upon the institutions verification of credentials and/or other information required by the institutions procedures including the completion of the criminal history check.

Equal Opportunity/Veterans/Disability Employer.