Unit Computing Specialist

Rutgers University

United States, New Jersey, New Brunswick

Mar 01, 2025

Position Details

Position Information

Recruitment/Posting Title	Unit Computing Specialist
Job Category	Staff & Executive - Information Technology
Department	BSPPP - Dean's Office
Overview	The Bloustein School seeks to improve our increasingly urbanized and interconnected world by exploring planning approaches and public policy solutions that are healthier, greener, fairer, and generate greater prosperity than do current practices. It pursues equitable and efficient solutions to public problems at multiple levels from the global to the local and emphasizes the professional perspectives of urban planning, public policy, and public health. Within each of these domains, the school advances its aspiration to be a global leader in teaching, research, and service by engaging society's challenges with focused programs that align current strengths with emerging needs. Its mission includes: Solving public problems through constructive engagement of governmental, private, and non-profit actors; Addressing the challenge of urbanization in its various global manifestations; Serving New Jersey's need for a rigorous and engaging public policy forum; and Preparing students for rewarding professional careers in public service. For more information please visit: https://bloustein.rutgers.edu.
Posting Summary	Rutgers, The State University of New Jersey is seeking a Unit Computing Specialist for the School of Bloustein Planning and Public Policy. Among the key duties of the position are the following: Provides technical support service for desktop and classroom users in one primary location and three satellite locations (furthest satellite approximately 500 yards from primary location). The position is end-user-focused and will involve assisting users in resolving problems related to hardware, software, audio-visual, and networking components. Acts as Level 1 IT support as a member of the IT department, providing assistance remotely and in-person, and escalating requests to IT colleagues as necessary. Other related duties may be assigned depending on department's needs and individual's interests and skills.
Position Status	Full Time
Hours Per Week
Daily Work Shift
Work Arrangement
FLSA	Nonexempt
Grade	03
Position Salary
Annual Minimum Salary	59744.00
Annual Mid Range Salary	75576.00
Annual Maximum Salary	91408.00
Standard Hours	37.50
Union Description	Admin Assembly (MPSC)
Payroll Designation	PeopleSoft
Benefits	Rutgers offers a comprehensive benefit program to eligible employees. For details, please go to http://uhr.rutgers.edu/benefits/benefits-overview.
Seniority Unit
Terms of Appointment	Staff - 12 month
Position Pension Eligibility	ABP

Qualifications

Minimum Education and Experience	Requires working knowledge of desktop software and operating systems currently in use with a combination of two years education/experience.
Certifications/Licenses
Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities	This position requires a person to think fast and creatively on their feet and solve non-textbook issues at times. Administrative and organizational skills/experience and the ability to work on multiple tasks simultaneously are critical. Ability to communicate directly and swiftly to provide support and information for colleagues and end-users. The desired candidate will possess a background, keen interest, and desire to track developments in technology while also possessing good communication skills, the ability to follow directions carefully, and the confidence to work independently on tasks assigned by the supervisor.
Preferred Qualifications	Experience with or certifications for Microsoft Office, CompTIA A+, or other-like certifications is preferred. Part-time or full-time experience in academic IT for a large, public university is highly preferred. Bachelor's degree in related field, or other bachelor's degree with related work experience, is preferred.
Equipment Utilized	Must have a working knowledge of TCP/IP, Routers, Hubs, and Switches; Apple OS X 10.12 and later, Apple desktops and notebooks, Windows 10 & 11. Windows server 2012/R2 and later, Remote desktop MSTSC, Active Directory, Windows Domains, WDS, DHCP, DNS, WordPress, and any systems that may become available that would be usable at the School.
Physical Demands and Work Environment	Must be able to lift up to 30 lbs. Many projects included the building and moving of various types of PCs and peripherals.
Special Conditions

Posting Details

Posting Number	25ST0467
Posting Open Date	02/28/2025
Special Instructions to Applicants
Regional Campus	Rutgers University-New Brunswick
Home Location Campus	Downtown New Brunswick
City	New Brunswick
State	NJ
Location Details

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