What are the responsibilities and job description for the Student Employee-IT Engagement-IT Service Desk position at Sam Houston State University?
Posting Information
Requisition
202500114ST
Title
Student Employee-IT Engagement-IT Service Desk
Employee Class
Student Employee
College Work Study Position
No
Department
IT Engagement
Division
Information Technology
Hours per week
15-26
Hiring Rate
$9.00
Preferred Student Classification
Freshman, Sophomores, and Juniors
Nature & Purpose of Position
NATURE & PURPOSE OF POSITION: Provide front line, Tier 1 support via telephone, e-mail, in person, remote, and chat support to internal and external clients.
SUPERVISION GIVEN & RECEIVED: Receives general supervision and mentoring from Service Desk Manager and full-time technicians. Serve as a mentor and source of support for other student workers.
PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES.
SUPERVISION GIVEN & RECEIVED: Receives general supervision and mentoring from Service Desk Manager and full-time technicians. Serve as a mentor and source of support for other student workers.
PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES.
- Provide timely, consistent, and quality technical support for SHSU constituents experiencing technology issues and maintain accurate and thorough records of all interactions.
- Maintain confidentiality and security of data observed in carrying out job duties.
- Participate in, and provide recommendations for on, Service Desk continuous improvement efforts to better meet client or university needs.
- Write/Maintain Review documentation and/or flag for correction of knowledge articles using the IT Knowledge Base.
- Resolve incidents or fulfill service requests following the established policies and procedures while meeting the established Service Level Agreements or Operation Level Agreements.
- Actively participate in a collaborative team environment where ideas, resources, knowledge and mutual respect are shared.
- Other duties as assigned.
OTHER SPECIFICATIONS: Must be able to work 15 to 26 hours per week. The Service Desk is often an environment in which the employee will be exposed to fast-paced working conditions. The employee must be willing to accommodate these varying situations in addition to possessing the following essential skills:
- Good customer service, communication, and problem-solving skills.
- Dependability.
- Team-oriented.
Other Requirements for the Position
EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS: Must be a current SHSU student enrolled in a minimum of six (6) semester hours with a SHSU GPA of 2.5 or greater. Must be able to demonstrate basic computer competencies and knowledge. IT, Service Desk or customer service job experience preferred. A combination of education, experience, and training that would produce the required knowledge and abilities could be considered.
**International Students – please visit the following website for more information on employment requirements and eligibility: https://www.shsu.edu/dept/global-engagement/international-students-and-scholars/employment.html.
Open Date
03/17/2025
Position Number
Contact Information
Contact Name & Title
Norma Vazquez
Contact Phone
(936) 294-1950
Contact Email
nev001@shsu.edu
Contact Building & Room #
AB1 145
Contact Fax
Contact Instructions Summary
EEO Statement
EEO Statement
Sam Houston State University is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer and Smoke/Drug-Free Workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, creed, ancestry, marital status, citizenship, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, veteran status, disability status, sexual orientation, pregnancy, or gender identity or expression. Sam Houston State University is an “at will” employer. Employees with a contract will have additional terms and conditions. Security sensitive positions at SHSU require background checks in accordance with Education Code § 51.215.
Annual Security and Fire Safety Report
Annual Security and Fire Safety Report
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