User Services Specialist 2 - College of Pharmacy

Department: Dean, Pharmacy Salary: $45,100 - $50,750 Position Overview The University of Houston College of Pharmacy is seeking a customer-focused and technically skilled User Services Specialist II to join our Information Technology Support team. This position provides front-line technical assistance and end-user support to faculty, staff, and students across a diverse computing environment. Provides basic to intermediate support to students, faculty and staff covering five operating systems environments and associated hardware and software. May assist with the creation and maintenance of computer accounts. Responsibilities Analyzes computer user problems and recommends and implements hardware and software solutions. Schedules office visits, troubleshoots computer problems and diagnoses causes. Installs and configures software components on various operating systems. Maintains Computer Server resources; may teach or provide hands‑on computer courses and workshops. Analyzes computer needs of department and provides assessment of technology trends in computer systems. Facilitates network assignments by gathering information and disseminating requests and results. Performs other job‑related duties as assigned. Key responsibilities include diagnosing and resolving computer‑related issues, coordinating support requests, configuring software and operating systems, assisting with technology assessments and recommendations, and supporting departmental technology initiatives. Qualifications Bachelor's degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, or a related field, or equivalent combination of education and experience. Minimum one year of directly related technical support experience. Knowledge of computer hardware, software installation and configuration, operating systems, and end‑user support. Strong analytical, troubleshooting, communication, and customer service skills. MQ: Requires a thorough understanding of both theoretical and practical aspects of an analytical, technical or professional discipline; or the basic knowledge of more than one professional discipline. Knowledge of the discipline is normally obtained through a formal, directly job‑related 4 year degree from a college or university or an equivalent in‑depth specialized training program that is directly related to the type of work being performed. Requires a minimum of one (1) year of directly job‑related experience. Additional Experience Microsoft Office 365 Applications Application knowledge in SimiQ, ExamSoft, Canvas, Mediasite, and Zoom Intune, Jamf Career Ladder Levels User Services Specialist 3 // User Services Specialist 2 // User Services Specialist 1 Experience will be considered in lieu of education. Education will be considered in lieu of experience. All positions at the University of Houston-System are security sensitive and will require a criminal history check. The University of Houston System and its universities are Equal Opportunity Institutions. Everyone is encouraged to apply. #J-18808-Ljbffr University of Houston System