Position Type:

Staff Full-Time

Position Number:

038

Campus:

Langston

Department:

LANGSTON

Location Address:

701 Sammy Davis Jr Drive, Human Resources/Student and Employee Services
Langston, Oklahoma, 73050
United States

Hiring Supervisor:

Hiring Range:
(Contingent upon available funding):

Salary

Work Schedule:

M-F

Faculty Appt Period:

Job Summary:

Job Summary:

The Langston University School of Agriculture Applied Science (LU-SAAS) seek applications for a staff position to serve as an Information Technology Specialist. The successful candidate will have at least a Bachelor of Science in Information Technology, Computer Science or Engineering, relevant IT certifications, and some experience in a similar role. She/he will provide technical support in computer hardware, network, and software applications for all academic, research, outreach programs and services offered by LU-SAAS. Will work under the direction of the Dean to maintains computer and communication systems, related peripheral equipment and software applications in the execution of agricultural research and extension activities. He/she will serve as the primary technical support resource in the upkeep and maintenance of labs, related computer network and diagnostic equipment. A significant asset for the ideal candidate will be someone with graphic skills to support SAAS communications Department.

General Duties may include but not limited to the following:

Sets up and configures new and existing computers and workstations for laboratories and office areas, install related peripheral equipment, and configures equipment, maybe needed to support software, network configuration settings and applications software.
Performs routine and custom computer, peripheral and component installations including storage systems, cables, connectors and printers, trouble shoots network, software and hardware problems and issues.
Assures basic operating systems connectivity between various computer systems as maybe necessary.
Monitors operation of computer equipment and software applications to assure proper execution; identify operational and equipment problems.
Assists employees, and students in resolving computer application and operational problems and investigate, trace and report sources of errors/problems.
Installs a wide variety of new software and software upgrades.
Serves as an IT technical resource for faculty, students, and staff in LU-SAAS
Maintain files of current computer technology in SAAS and keeps abreast of changes in
software and hardware as they occur.
Operates a variety of computers and peripheral equipment including printers, scanners, data storage devices, and telecommunications equipment.
Trains and provide work direction to student assistants. Performs other related duties as may be assigned.

Special Instructions to Applicants

Education & Experience

Position Qualifications:

QUALIFICATIONS:

Licensing and Certifications

BS is required but will consider other equivalent combination of training and experience. All degrees must be received from appropriately accredited institutions. MS Preferred.
Requires self-motivated individual who enjoys working with students, faculty, staff, and the public. Excellent written communication skills and strong attention to detail.

NOTE:

Although experience is a desired quality for this position, even more important is the expressed high energy, passion, vision, ability to learn quickly, optimistic attitude, desire for service to people and communities and the ability to be the ultimate teammate. In this regard, the position offers exceptional opportunities for growth and for collaborative work.

Interested candidates should submit the following documents.
Cover letter detailing your interest and qualifications as they relate to this position.

Comprehensive resume
Copy of official college transcript/s (certified original transcripts required at the time of hire)
Names and addresses of three references, as well as three current letters of recommendation.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

Ability to sit at a workstation for extended periods
Occasional ability to lift, carry, and put away parcels weighing up to 25 pounds
Normal physical mobility, which includes movement from place to place on the job taking distance and speed into account
Normal physical agility, which includes ability to maneuver body while in place
Normal physical strength to handle routine office materials and tools
Normal dexterity of hands and fingers
Normal coordination, including eye-hand, hand-foot
Normal endurance

Langston University (LU) strives to provide a safe study, work, and living environment for its faculty, staff, volunteers and students. To support this environment and comply with applicable laws and regulations, LU conducts pre-employment background checks on final candidates. Offers of employment are contingent upon the successful completion of a background check.The type of background check conducted varies by position and can include, but is not limited to, criminal (felony and misdemeanor) history, sex offender registry, motor vehicle history, financial history, and/or education verification. Background checks will be conducted when required by law or contract and when, in the discretion of the university, it is reasonable and prudent to do so.