Information Technology Technician I - Application Developer

VILLANOVA UNIVERSITY; Rosemont (PA); On-site; USD 13,000 - 18,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Training provided by UTS

Job summary

Villanova University is seeking an Information Technology Technician I – Application Developer to support the Web Services and Technologies team with application development, QA, content updates, and enterprise technology initiatives that enhance the University’s digital services.

This student role provides hands-on experience with web platforms, mobile technologies, low-code/no-code tools, and emerging AI-supported work while learning from UTS professionals to deliver impactful solutions for

Qualifications

• General technical curiosity and ability to learn new systems.
• Familiarity with Microsoft Office 365.
• Strong problem-solving and attention to detail.
• Excellent communication and teamwork.

Responsibilities

• Assist with maintenance and enhancement of the University website and web portal; content updates and functionality improvements.
• Perform quality checks for broken links, spelling errors, and accessibility compliance.
• Create and update digital content and assets for end users.
• Maintain and organize the DAM repository, ensuring accuracy and consistency.
• Support content lifecycle management including removal, archiving and migration of assets.
• Assist with development and testing of University mobile applications.
• Work on integrations and supporting web applications.
• Contribute to documentation efforts and process workflows.
• Monitor and manage Service Request/Incident queue; ensure timely updates and resolution.

Skills

General technical curiosity

Excellent communication

Teamwork

Education

Undergraduate or graduate student status

Tools

Microsoft Office 365

Job description

Information Technology Technician I - Application Developer

Posting Details

Position Information Posting Number: 20260352V Position Title: Information Technology Technician I - Application Developer Posting Type Student Hours/week: 10 Eligibility: Work study preferred but open to all students Semester 2026-2027 Academic Year Location Kennedy Hall Detailed Work Schedule During business hours, Monday – Friday 9AM-5PM. Number of positions: 3 Department: 723-UTS-Web Services and Technologies Contact Name: Mujtaba Talebi Contact Phone/Extension: N/A

Position Summary Information Job Description Summary: Are you looking for real-world technical experience in a collaborative and supportive environment? Join the Web Services and Technologies ( WST ) team within University Technology Services ( UTS )! As an IT Technician I – Application Developer you may support WST with application development support, quality assurance, content updates, and enterprise technology initiatives development tasks that improve the University’s digital services for the Villanova community in alignment with the TechNova strategic plan and depending on current needs. This position is designed for students who want to gain practical hands‑on experience with web platforms, technologies and enterprise applications, digital forms, mobile technologies, low-code/no-code tools, and emerging AI-supported work while learning from experienced UTS professionals to deliver impactful solutions for the Villanova community. Students in this role will develop practical experience with professional communication, service management, quality assurance, documentation, application support, and collaborative problem solving in a higher education technology environment.

Example responsibilities (students may perform work on different tasks, including but not limited to, the following based on departmental needs).

• Assist with maintenance and enhancement of the University website and web portal, including content updates and functionality improvements.
• Perform quality checks for broken links, spelling errors, and accessibility compliance.
• Create and update digital content and assets for end users.
• Maintain and organize the Document Asset Management ( DAM ) repository, ensuring accuracy and consistency.
• Support content lifecycle management, including removal, archiving, and migration of assets.
• Assist with development and testing of University mobile applications.
• Work on integrations and supporting web applications.
• Conduct routine audits of mobile application content for permissions, relevancy, and accuracy; resolve broken links and outdated content.
• Assist with development and maintenance of low-code/no-code applications.
• Work on AI‑ related initiatives.
• Contribute to documentation efforts, including technical guides and process workflows.
• Monitor and manage Service Request/Incident queue, ensuring timely updates and resolution.

Requirements

• General technical curiosity, comfort learning new systems, knowledge and familiarity with Microsoft Office 365 are required.
• Interest or experience in one or more of the following areas is helpful: content management systems, customer relationship management platforms, mobile applications, web analytics, enterprise applications, document imaging, digital forms, workflows, integrations, artificial intelligence, or low-code/no-code application development.
• Strong problem-solving skills and attention to detail.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Open to both undergraduateUndergraduate and graduateGraduate students; candidates available year-round are preferred.
• Training will be provided by UTS .

Additional Information: Physical Demands Summary: May occasionally need to lift/move computer equipment Wage Rate: 11.25 Posting Detail Information Closing Date (11:59pm ET): Open Until Filled No

Posting Specific Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

• * Are you currently a registered Villanova student?
  • Yes
  • No
• * Are you eligible for work study?
  • Yes
  • No
  • I don't know
• * What is your availability (days, times)?

  (Open Ended Question)

• * Have you ever worked on campus before? If “Y”, what department and semester/year?

  (Open Ended Question)

• * Are you available to work during the summer?
  • Yes
  • No

Optional Applicant Documents:

• Required Documents
• Resume / Curriculum Vitae
• Optional Documents
• Cover Letter / Letter of Interest
• Letters of Reference (uploaded by applicant)
• Other Document