Information Technology Customer Service Representative (temporary part-time)

fvsu; Fort Valley (GA); On-site; USD 18,000 - 26,000; Part time

Job summary

Fort Valley State University is seeking an Information Technology Customer Service Representative to provide front-line support during Apple device deployment for students, alumni, parents, faculty and staff. You will handle basic troubleshooting and escalate complex issues to IT staff.

This temporary, part-time, two-week on-site role carries no employee benefits. Strong customer service, Apple device familiarity, and clear communication are essential to keep deployment running smoothly.

Qualifications

• Associate's degree or equivalent experience in information technology or related field.
• Customer service experience is required.
• Familiarity with Apple devices and operating systems.
• Strong communication, problem-solving and attention to detail.
• Ability to follow procedures and escalate issues as needed.

Responsibilities

• Provides front-line customer service and responds to Apple device questions.
• Assists with Apple device deployment and distribution.
• Provides basic troubleshooting for hardware, software, setup, and connectivity issues.
• Documents support requests and actions taken.
• Escalates complex issues to IT staff.
• Protects confidential university information.

Skills

Customer service experience

Apple devices familiarity

Communication skills

Problem-solving

Attention to detail

Education

Associate's degree in IT/CS or related field

Tools

Jamf

Job description

Job Title:Information Technology Customer Service Representative

Department:Information Technology

Location: Fort Valley State University

Employment Status:Part-time, Temporary, Nonexempt

Assignment Length:Two weeks

Work Arrangement:On-site

Pay Rate:$16.00 per hour

Benefits: This temporary part-time position is not eligible for employee benefits.

Position Summary

The Information Technology Customer Service Representative provides front-line customer and technical support during the University's deployment of Apple devices. This position provides excellent customer service to students, alumni, parents, faculty and staff. Also, providing basic troubleshooting and refers more complex issues to Information Technology staff.

Essential Duties

• Provides professional customer service and responds to Apple device questions.
• Assists with Apple device deployment and distribution.
• Provides basic troubleshooting for hardware, software, setup, and connectivity issues.
• Documents support requests and actions taken.
• Escalates complex or unresolved issues to Information Technology staff.
• Protects confidential University, employee, and student information.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

Required Qualifications

• Associate's degree in information technology, computer science, or a related field, or an equivalent combination of relevant education and experience.
• Customer service experience.
• Familiarity with Apple devices and operating systems.
• Strong communication, problem-solving, and attention-to-detail skills.
• Ability to follow procedures, manage multiple requests, and elevate issues appropriately.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with Jamf or another mobile device management system.
• Apple certification or technical support training.
• Previous help desk, device deployment, or technical support experience.

Conditions of Employment

This is a temporary two-week assignment. Employment will end when the assignment concludes.The position is not eligible for health insurance, retirement, paid leave, paid holidays, or other employee benefits, except as required by law or applicable University System of Georgia policy.

Equal Employment Opportunity

Fort Valley State University is an equal opportunity employer. The University does not discriminate in employment on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other status protected by applicable federal, state, or University System of Georgia policy.