Apprentice - IT Helpdesk Campus Support

Liberty University, Inc.; United States; On-site; USD 18,000 - 26,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Retirement plans

Tuition assistance

Job summary

Liberty University, Inc. is seeking a help desk technician to assist with IT issues, prioritize requests, and resolve computer-related problems.

The role supports university systems, documents processes, and collaborates with other IT teams to ensure timely resolutions. The ideal candidate is pursuing a CS/IS degree, has hardware/software troubleshooting experience, and demonstrates strong customer service and attention to detail.

Qualifications

• Pursuing Bachelor's degree in CS/IS preferred.
• Experience installing and troubleshooting computer hardware and software.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office and standard office technologies.
• Strong accuracy and attention to detail.
• Ability to obtain LU-approved driver certification and maintain driving record.

Responsibilities

• Assists the department with technical issues.
• Works on tasks as assigned by leadership.
• Documents processes and recommendations for improvement.
• Learns University systems and data sets to extract information.
• Adheres to Liberty University policies and mission.
• Receive, prioritize, and resolve end-user computer-related help requests.
• Maintain repair metrics and audit workflow.
• Enforce HelpDesk standards and procedures.
• Follow internal documentation and knowledge base articles.
• Coordinate with other IT departments to resolve issues.

Skills

Customer service

Attention to detail

Microsoft Office

Communication

Time management

Education

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, or related field

Job description

Essential Functions and Responsibilities

• Assists the department he or she is assigned to with technical issues.
• Works on tasks as assigned by leadership.
• Assists their team in streamlining business processes using new or current technology.
• Documents business processes, reviews inefficiencies, and makes recommendations for improvement to supervisor.
• Learns University systems and data sets in order to accurately extract information from those systems.
• Adheres to Liberty University policies, representing the University in an exemplary and professional manner.
• Works effectively as a team member, embracing and fostering LU’s Christian model and Mission - Training Champions for Christ.
• Receive, prioritize, document, and ultimately resolve end-user computer-related help requests.
• Maintain repair metrics at the required level.
• Audit workflow of repair computers and elevate as necessary.
• Enforce HelpDesk standards and procedures.
• Follow internal documentation and knowledge base articles.
• Hardware/software diagnosis and repairs.
• Coordinate with other IT departments to ensure that reported issues are being resolved.
• Utilize help request system to document work and customer interaction.

Supervisory Responsibilities

• None

Qualifications and Credentials

• Working on a Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, or a related field is preferred.
• Must have some previous experience installing and troubleshooting computer components (hardware and software).
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office software and standard office technologies.
• Strong attention to accuracy and detail.
• Willingness and ability to provide consistent and exceptional customer service.
• Promptness and reliability to follow scheduled hours.
• Willingness to protect the integrity of Liberty’s IT systems and follow necessary security policies.
• Must be able to obtain job specific certifications including, but not limited to Vendor Hardware Repair (Dell, HP, Lenovo, Apple) and CompTIA ITF+ or A+.
• Ability to obtain LU-approved driver certification, individuals must be 21 years of age or older, possess a valid driver’s license with a minimum of five (5) years of documented driving history, and maintain a clean driving record.

Abilities and Competencies Essential to the Function of the Job

• Communication and Comprehension – Ability to effectively communicate both verbally and in writing.
• Proficiency in understanding, speaking, reading, and writing English to support professional correspondence and collaboration.
• Strong interpersonal and public communication skills to represent Liberty University in a professional manner.
• Strong organizational skills.
• Problem Solving – Strong analytical and critical thinking skills; ability to assess situations, evaluate information, and solve both routine and complex problems using sound judgment.

Physical and Sensory Abilities

• Frequently required to perform desk-based work, including computer use and data entry.
• Ability to communicate effectively in meetings and collaborative settings, with or without reasonable accommodation.

Working Conditions

• Work Environment.
• On-Camps Driving Requirements.

Time Type

• Full time

Location

• Onsite - Remote Capable

Pay Range

$12.77 - $19.23

Benefits

• The position may also be eligible for comprehensive benefits, including health insurance, retirement plans, and tuition assistance.

Equal Opportunity Employment

The University is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

We believe it is our moral and legal obligation to meet the responsibility of ensuring that all management practices regarding employees are conducted in a nondiscriminatory manner.

In compliance with Title VII of the 1964 Civil Rights Act, and other applicable federal and state statutes, all recruiting, hiring, training, and promoting for all job classifications will be administered without regard to race, color, ancestry, age, sex, national origin, pregnancy or childbirth, disability, military veteran status or other applicable status protected by law, including state of employment protected classes.

It is, therefore, our policy and intention to evaluate all employees and prospective employees strictly according to the requirements of the job.

All personnel related activities such as compensation, benefits, transfers, job classification, assignments, working conditions, educational assistance, terminations, layoffs, and return from layoffs, and all other terms, conditions and privileges of employment will be administered without regard to race, color, ancestry, age, sex, national origin, pregnancy or childbirth, disability, military veteran status or other applicable status protected by law, including all applicable state of employment protected classes.

The University is a Christian religious-affiliated organization; and as such, is not subject to religious discrimination requirements.

The University’s hiring practices and EEO discrimination practices are in full compliance with both federal and state law.

Federal law creates an exception to the "religion" component of the employment discrimination laws for religious organizations (including educational institutions), and permits them to give employment practice preference to members of their own religious beliefs.

Mission & Culture

Whatever capacity you work in at Liberty University, you’ll be playing a supportive role in our mission of Training Champions for Christ.

Liberty has a wide variety of engaging and challenging positions available that are waiting for committed men and women of integrity just like you.

Located in the foothills of the Blue Ridge Mountains in Lynchburg, Va., Liberty University has been Training Champions for Christ since 1971.

As one of the nation’s largest Christian universities, Liberty employs a diverse community of faculty, staff, and student professionals who are united by a shared mission and commitment to excellence.

Through their dedication and service, Liberty employees help create a collaborative, faith-driven environment that supports meaningful work and lasting impact.