IT Specialist - Instructional Computing Services
IT
Urbana, IL, USA
Posted on Nov 11, 2026
Duties & Responsibilities
Technical Support for Teaching and Learning Environments
- Administer maintain, install, configure, and upgrade Windows and macOS workstations and printers using endpoint management tools, including MECM/Intune, Jamf, and tools adopted by Technology Services.
- Package, deploy, support, and maintain specialized applications through endpoint management systems.
- Diagnose and resolve hardware, software, and network connectivity issues in Technology Services-supported labs and classrooms.
- Configure user accounts, security groups, and permissions in Microsoft Active Directory; edit and maintain Group Policy Objects (GPOs).
- Activate and troubleshoot network ports; monitor workstation patch status and respond to security vulnerability alerts.
- Monitor printing supplies, recommend replenishment, and assist with PaperCut portal tasks, including reports, refunds, and issue investigation.
- Respond to audiovisual support requests in supported labs/classrooms and escalate complex issues to the appropriate service team.
- Install, maintain, troubleshoot, and support Microsoft Teams VoIP phones and peripherals such as scanners and Wacom tablets.
- Provide Tier 1 support for virtual desktop infrastructure (VDI).
Operational Support
- Assist with full endpoint lifecycle, including procurement, inventory, setup, reporting, and appropriate disposal.
- Evaluate current and emerging technologies that could improve services in supported labs.
- Assist with planning purchases and deployments of hardware and upgrades to operating systems and applications.
- Collaborate with campus IT professionals to address technology needs, improve services, and communicate service offerings and issues to stakeholders.
- Identify opportunities to reduce duplication and overlap among services and technologies.
- Prepare service metrics, reports, and summaries for planning, service evaluation, and stakeholder communication.
- Create, maintain, and regularly update technical and operational documentation to ensure accuracy and consistency for end users and IT staff.
- Perform other assigned duties.
Customer Service
- Advocate for service users and deliver responsive, professional customer support.
- Use, create, and maintain service documentation.
- Investigate and resolve customer satisfaction concerns.
- Work non-traditional hours or respond to on-call requests as needed to support 24/7 service availability.
