Information Technology Specialist

University of Nebraska – Lincoln; Lincoln (NE); On-site; USD 47,000 - 57,000; Full time

Job summary

University of Nebraska – Lincoln seeks an Information Technology Specialist to support CCFL and PPC staff with computing management tasks, including server maintenance, security, asset tracking, and documentation.

The role requires an Associate's degree and 3 years of IT experience with end-user support; knowledge of Windows deployment and virtualization is essential. Excellent communication and data handling skills are required.

Qualifications

• Associate's degree plus three years IT experience including end-user support in a large computing environment.
• Experience with desktop/application virtualization technologies.
• Familiarity with deploying Windows software and OS in large environments.
• Excellent communication skills.
• Ability to manage sensitive data.
• Knowledge of customer service practices and project management.

Responsibilities

• Provide range of computing management activities and support CCFL/PPC staff.
• Perform server maintenance (web and data) and ensure continuity of operations.
• Research and implement tools to address needs; supervise student workers.

Skills

End-user support

Desktop virtualization

Communication

Data handling

Customer service

Project management

Education

Associate's degree

Bachelor's degree (preferred)

Job description

Information Technology Specialist

Department: Ctr on Children Families & the Law-1082

Requisition Number: S_260844

Posting Open Date: 10/15/2026

Application Review Date: 10/22/2026

Open Until Filled: Yes

EEO Statement

The University of Nebraska does not discriminate based on race, color, ethnicity, national origin, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, disability, age, genetic information, veteran status, marital status, and/or political affiliation in its programs, activities, or employment. Notice of Nondiscrimination

Job Description

This position will provide a range of computing management activities and will support staff at the Center on Children, Families and the Law (CCFL) and the Public Policy Center (PPC). This includes: server maintenance (web and data); developing and maintaining computing security and continuity of operations; tracking and projecting need for computing assets; monitoring backup and redundancies; supporting users; creating and maintaining computing process and asset documentation; researching and consulting on a variety of tools to address needs; supervising student workers; working with endpoint management software to deploy operating systems and applications; and event support.

Minimum Required Qualifications

• Associate's degree plus three (3) year' IT experience including providing end-user support (desktop and networked servers) in a large computing environment is required; equivalent education/experience will be considered.
• Demonstrated experience with desktop/application virtualization technologies
• Familiarity with the configuration and deployment of Windows software and OS in large computing and networked environment
• Excellent communication skills
• Ability to manage sensitive data
• Knowledge of customer service practices; and project management experience.

US citizenship is required due to national security and access to sensitive data sets.

Preferred Qualifications

• Ideal candidate will have a Bachelor's degree or equivalent education and experience.
• Providing end-user support (desktop and networked servers) in a large computing environment.
• Familiarity with Mac OS X and Linux.
• Demonstrated experience with audio-visual equipment and troubleshooting video conferences.

Other Requirements

• Pre-Placement Driving Record Review Required: No
• Physical Required: No
• Commercial Driver's License (CDL) required. Subject to DOT approved pre-employment & random testing for alcohol and controlled substances. No
• Criminal History Background Check Required: Yes

Compensation & Benefits

• Posted Salary: $52,000/yr. minimum

Employment Information

• Job Category (old): Managerial/Professional
• Job Type: Full-Time
• Work Location (City, State): Lincoln, NE
• Position funded by grant or other form of temporary funding? Yes

Required Documents

1. Resume
2. Cover Letter
3. List of References