About Us:
We are excited that you are considering joining Nova Southeastern University!
Nova Southeastern University (NSU) was founded in 1964, and is a not-for-profit, independent university with a reputation for academic excellence and innovation.
Nova Southeastern University offers competitive salaries, a comprehensive benefits package including tuition waiver, retirement plan, excellent medical and dental plans and much more.
NSU cares about the health and welfare of its students, faculty, staff, and campus visitors and is a tobacco-free university.
We appreciate your support in making NSU the preeminent place to live, work, study and grow.
Thank you for your interest in a career with Nova Southeastern University.
NSU considers applicants for all positions without regard to race, color, religion, creed, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetic information, disability, political affiliation or belief, national origin, marital or veteran status or any other legally protected status.
Essential Job Functions: 1.
Installs and maintains hardware systems at a high level for students, faculty, and staff to ensure technology resources are properly functioning.
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Performs advanced repairs and troubleshooting of technology issues at the sites and remotely, to ensure problems are resolved timely.
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Provides advanced support for the installation, configuration, maintenance of hardware and software for desktops, laptops, wireless and cellular devices, Windows-based servers, peripherals, videoconferencing, LANs, WANs and digital media.
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Provides advanced support at all facilities including classrooms, offices, clinics, videoconferencing classrooms, and all university locations on campus or off, as required.
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Resolves issues for students, faculty, and staff encountering challenging hardware, software and other problems relating to technology.
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Inspects and recommends maintenance of technology equipment housed in university facilities including offices, classrooms, computer labs, and clinics, as assigned.
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Creates, logs, updates, and resolves technology tickets using appropriate ticketing system in a timely manner.
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Coordinates the relocation of computers and other technology equipment within university facilities to other locations on and off campus.
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Coordinates the proper removal and disposal of technology from the university.
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Completes special projects as assigned.
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Performs other duties as assigned or required.
Marginal Job Functions: 1.
Available to travel and drive NSU vehicles to regional campuses as well as off-site locations.
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Available to work evenings and weekends.
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Available on call 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, for emergency situations or to cover when other support technicians are not available.
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Assists in disaster preparedness / recovery efforts.
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Participates in inter-OIIT departmental training offerings.
Required Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities: Knowledge:
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Working knowledge in the safe use of various tools utilized for technical troubleshooting, repair and support including software and hand-tools.
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Working knowledge of computer and audiovisual systems, Active Directory, and network.
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Working knowledge of computer and audiovisual equipment and deployment of associated technology.
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Computers and Electronics - General knowledge of computer hardware and software, including applications and programming.
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Advanced knowledge of MS Office Suite (Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint).
Skills:
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Time Management - Proficient skills in managing one's own time.
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Active Listening - Proficient skills in giving full attention to what other people are saying, taking time to understand the points being made, asking questions as appropriate, and not interrupting at inappropriate times.
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Speaking - Proficient skills in talking to others to convey information effectively.
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Critical Thinking - Proficient skills in using logic and reasoning to identify the strengths and weaknesses of alternative solutions, conclusions, or approaches to problems.
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Complex Problem Solving - Proficient skills in identifying complex problems and reviewing related information to develop and evaluate options and implement solutions.
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Excellent customer service skills.
Abilities:
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Ability to perform advanced troubleshooting and resolve technical issues with audio-visual, computer and associated network components.
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High-level ability to adapt to new technologies quickly and resourcefully to provide technical support for new technology solutions.
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Ability to lift, pull and push objects weighing up to 50 pounds and to climb ladders.
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Ability to drive.
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Ability to communicate effectively with others.
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Ability to work cooperatively with colleagues and supervisory staff at all levels.
Physical Requirements and Working Environment:
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Near Vision - Must be able to see details at close range (within a few feet of the observer).
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Speech Recognition - Must be able to identify and understand the speech of another person.
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Speech Clarity - Must be able to speak clearly, so others can understand you.
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May be required to work nights or weekends.
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May be exposed to short, intermittent, and/or prolonged periods of sitting and/or standing in performance of job duties.
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May be required to accomplish job duties using various types of equipment/supplies, to include but not limited to pens, pencils, mobile devices, and computer keyboards.
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Travel - Must be able to travel on a daily and/or overnight basis.
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Must be able to lift, pull and push objects weighing up to 50 pounds and to climb ladders.
Job Requirements: Required Certifications/Licensures: Required Education: High School Diploma or Equivalent Major (if required): Required Experience: High School Diploma and three (3) year of relevant information technology work experience.
* -OR--
Associate's degree or 60 credit hours in closely related field and minimum one (1) year of relevant work experience.
Preferred Qualifications: 1.
Associate's degree in Information Technology or closely related field.
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Microsoft Certified IT Professional (MCITP) or similar.
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Previous experience working at an educational institution.
Is this a safety sensitive position?
No Background Screening Required?
Yes Pre-Employment Conditions:
Sensitivity Disclaimer: Nova Southeastern University is in full compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and does not discriminate with regard to applicants or employees with disabilities, and will make reasonable accommodation when necessary.