Information Technology Consultant Jobs

Job no: 532420
Work type: Classified Staff
Location: Eugene, OR
Categories: Student Life/Services, Computer and Information Science

Department: University Housing
Classification: Info Technology Consultant
Appointment Type and Duration: Regular, Ongoing
Salary: $16.12 - $25.60 per hour
FTE: 1.0

Review of Applications Begins

Immediately; apply by August 23, 2023 to ensure consideration; position open until filled

Special Instructions to Applicants

Please complete the online application, including relevant work history, dates of employment, and education. We use that information to determine if applicants meet the minimum qualifications. Please also include three professional references. Candidates will be notified prior to references being contacted.

Department Summary

University Housing, a department within the Division of Student Services and Enrollment Management, is committed to supporting student success by cultivating inclusive communities. Our goal is to provide a robust living experience through accessible and affordable state-of-the-art housing, dining, and social and academic programs for the entire student body to develop community leaders, innovators, and change-makers who will enrich the future.

We value equity and inclusion, responsibility and integrity, innovation and learning, and safety and security. University Housing staff work hard to incorporate these values into daily work and practices to ensure an excellent UO experience.

University Housing units include Business Services Operations, Dining Services, Facilities Services, Promotions & Student Recruitment, and Residence Life. University Housing is a $100-million dollar educational and business department that is a self-sustaining, self-liquidating agency of the University (receives no tuition or tax support for its operating budget).

Living on campus adds tremendous value for students and the University. Students who live on campus their first year have higher grades, are retained at the University of Oregon at higher rates, graduate at higher rates, and graduate more quickly.

Position Summary

The Information Technology Consultant oversees the day-to-day communications and services of ResNet, the unit that coordinates internet and computer services provided to residents living in University Housing as well as University Housing administrative staff. The position provides second-tier direct technical support and technology recommendations and is expected to work independently to maintain service delivery standards including managing student workers.

Minimum Requirements

• This classification requires a basic foundation of knowledge and skills of technology and information systems generally obtained through an AA degree in computer science, information systems, educational technology, communications, or related fields, or similar certified course work in applicable fields of study and at least one year of related work experience.

Professional Competencies

• Familiarity with a multitude of software applications, browsers, platforms, and peripheral devices.
• Excellent judgment and the ability to juggle multiple, oftentimes competing priorities.
• Knowledge of TCP/IP and networking protocols.
• Proven skills in providing consulting services, with strong problem-solving ability and teaching experience.
• Experience with and strong knowledge of Windows and Mac operating systems.
• Experience providing customer support in an IT environment.
• Ability to participate in and complete information technology projects and work collaboratively with a team of diverse professionals, clients, and partners.
• Excellent written and interpersonal communication skills; ability to communicate with a wide range of users and partners, as well as with students, faculty, and staff from a variety of diverse backgrounds.

Preferred Qualifications

• Supervisory experience, preferably with student hiring responsibility.
• Experience with mobile device management.
• Bachelor’s degree.
• Experience with Helpdesk operations in a Higher Education environment.
• Experience with a broad range of computer hardware, POS systems, printers, and mobile devices.
• Experience in providing advanced technology troubleshooting in a large organization.

FLSA Exempt: No

All offers of employment are contingent upon successful completion of a background inquiry.

This is a classified position represented by the SEIU Local 503, Oregon Public Employees Union.

The University of Oregon is proud to offer a robust benefits package to eligible employees, including health insurance, retirement plans, and paid time off. For more information about benefits, visit http://hr.uoregon.edu/careers/about-benefits.

The University of Oregon is an equal opportunity, affirmative action institution committed to cultural diversity and compliance with the ADA. The University encourages all qualified individuals to apply, and does not discriminate on the basis of any protected status, including veteran and disability status. The University is committed to providing reasonable accommodations to applicants and employees with disabilities. To request an accommodation in connection with the application process, please contact us at [email protected] or 541-346-5112.

UO prohibits discrimination on the basis of race, color, sex, national or ethnic origin, age, religion, marital status, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, and gender expression in all programs, activities and employment practices as required by Title IX, other applicable laws, and policies. Retaliation is prohibited by UO policy. Questions may be referred to the Title IX Coordinator, Office of Civil Rights Compliance, or to the Office for Civil Rights. Contact information, related policies, and complaint procedures are listed on the statement of non-discrimination.

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