Technology Solutions Partner I or II
University Of Idaho
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Job summary
University of Idaho is seeking a Technology Solutions Partner to provide frontline IT support to faculty and staff, helping them fulfill the university’s teaching, learning, and research missions. The role emphasizes customer service, incident resolution, and collaboration across OIT units.
The position offers opportunities across two levels (I and II) with increasing responsibilities, certifications, and potential for growth within the Technology Solutions Partner team.
Qualifications
- High School Diploma or equivalent is required for TSP I.
- Bachelor’s Degree in information technology or related field is required for TSP II; advanced certifications preferred.
Responsibilities
- Follow defined OIT processes to document and resolve incidents or requests for service.
- Provide excellent customer service by communicating with customers about ticket status and final resolution.
- Maintain assets within work management system; create and maintain knowledge base articles.
- Coordinate with other OIT units to resolve incidents or fulfil service requests.
Skills
Education
Tools
Job description
The Technology Solutions Partner ( TSP ) team, part of the Office of Information Technology ( OIT ), supports faculty and staff using technology to meet the University of Idaho’s teaching, learning and research mission. The TSP team is the primary OIT liaison, technology service representative, and technical advisor for many in the University of Idaho community. The TSP team directly interacts and supports customers with their information technology needs and resolving issues.
Position Overview
This position provides technology support to faculty and staff to assist them in fulfilling the University of Idaho’s teaching, learning and research mission. The Technology Solutions Partner ( TSP ) team is the primary Office of Information Technology ( OIT ) liaison, technology service representative and technical advisor for many in the University of Idaho community. The TSP team directly interacts with and supports customers in their information technology needs and issues.
Level I positions, individually and as part of the TSP team, serve as the primary OIT liaison, technology service representative and technical advisor for departments and colleges across the university. They apply excellent customer service skills to fulfil requests, resolve issues and assist customers with technical questions or direct customers to the appropriate OIT group or service.
Duties may include:
- Follow defined OIT processes to document and resolve incidents or requests for service
- Provide excellent customer service by communicating with customers about their ticket status and final resolution
- Maintain assets within work management system
- Create and maintain knowledge base articles for both the university community and internal IT support
- Coordinating with other OIT teams as necessary to resolve incidents or fulfil requests for service for university community
- Understand compliance and security requirements of the position and maintain acceptable standards
- Gain and maintain knowledge of the functions performed by units and colleges across the university
- Find standard or known information technology solutions for user needs
- Submit requests on behalf of information technology users when solutions are not known or readily available
- Other duties as assigned
This position provides technology support to faculty and staff to assist them in fulfilling the University of Idaho’s teaching, learning and research mission. The Technology Solutions Partner ( TSP ) team is the primary Office of Information Technology ( OIT ) liaison, technology service representative and technical advisor for many in the University of Idaho community. The TSP team directly interacts with and supports customers in their information technology needs and issues.
Level II positions, individually and as part of the TSP team, serve as the primary OIT liaison, technology service representative and technical advisor for departments and colleges across the university. They apply excellent customer service skills to fulfil requests, resolve issues and assist customers with technical questions or direct the customer to the appropriate OIT group or service. They collaborate with customers to find technology solutions that meet customer needs.
Duties may include:
- Follow defined OIT processes to document and resolve incidents or fulfil requests for service
- Provide excellent customer service by communication with customers about their ticket status and final resolution
- Maintain assets within work management system
- Create and maintain knowledge base articles for both the university community and internal IT support
- Understand compliance and security requirements of the position and maintain acceptable standards
- Gain and maintain knowledge of the functions performed by units and colleges across the university
- Communicate and coordinate with other OIT units about information technology solutions, assisting with researching solutions and to resolve incidents or fulfil service requests
- Coordinate implementation of solutions provided by OIT or an OIT -approved vendor
- Train new employees, mentoring and developing staff skills and instilling a strong commitment to quality customer service
- One year of experience working in a customer service-oriented role (any industry)
- One or more of the following:
- Obtained technology certification(s)
- 6 or more credits of college-level technology-related coursework
- Work in a technology support role
- Three years in an information technology role, directly providing technical support to customers
- High School Diploma or equivalent
- Ability to travel
- Associate’s Degree or higher in an information technology field
- CompTIA A+ certification
- MTA : Windows Operating System Fundamentals certification or equivalent
- Excellent organization and attention to detail
- Excellent verbal and written communications and the ability to communicate to audiences
- Excellent critical thinking and problem-solving skills
- Basic understanding of enterprise network infrastructure and connectivity
- Experience in higher education
- Possess a valid driver’s license and be able to successfully pass a driver’s record check
- Demonstrated ability to critically evaluate AI-generated outputs for accuracy, appropriateness, and alignment with university policies and values
- Familiarity with responsible AI use principles, including awareness of privacy, data governance, bias, and ethical considerations relevant to a higher education environment.
- Bachelor’s Degree in an information technology field
- CompTIA A+ certification
- MTA : Windows Operating System Fundamentals certification or equivalent
- Apple Certified Support Professional ( ACSP ) certification
- Excellent organization and attention to detail
- Excellent verbal and written communications and the ability to communicate to audiences
- Excellent critical thinking and problem-solving skills
- Experience working within a complex network infrastructure and VoIP equipment, operation and application
- Experience managing endpoints utilizing tools such as SCCM , Active Directory, Azure tools and Jamf
- Experience in higher education
- Possess a valid driver’s license and able to successfully pass a driver’s record check
- Demonstrated ability to critically evaluate AI-generated outputs for accuracy, appropriateness and alignment with university policies and values
- Familiarity with responsible AI use principles, including awareness of privacy, data governance, bias, and ethical considerations relevant to a higher education environment
- Ability to:
- Frequently lift, carry or otherwise move information technology equipment weighing up to 50 pounds indoors and outdoors
- Move between buildings
- Climb stairs and ladders
- Crawl or maneuver in confined spaces
Posting Information
FLSA Status
FLSA Status Non-Exempt
Employee Category
Employee Category Classified
Pay Range
Pay Range TSP I $22.32 per hour + DOE/ TSP II $25.66 per hour + DOE
Type of Appointment
Type of Appointment Fiscal Year
FTE
1
Full Time/Part Time
Full Time/Part Time Full Time
Funding
A visa sponsorship is available for the position listed in this vacancy.
A visa sponsorship is available for the position listed in this vacancy. No
Posting Date
Posting Date 08/27/2026
Closing Date
Open Until Filled Yes
Posting to remain open until a pool of qualified applicants is identified.
Applications received on or before September 14, 2026, will have first consideration.
Applicants who are selected as final possible candidates must be able to pass a criminal background check.
EEO Statement
The University of Idaho is an equal employment opportunity employer, including veterans and individuals with disabilities.
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- * How did you hear about this employment opportunity?
- Academic Careers
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- Chronicle
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- Higher Ed Jobs
- Idaho Department of Labor/Job Service including Job Central or Idaho Works (Idahoworks.gov)
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- University of Idaho Website
- University of Idaho Daily Register
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- * Were you referred to this employment opportunity by a current University of Idaho employee? If so, please provide their name and department.
(Open Ended Question)
- * Do you now, or in the future require sponsorship through the University of Idaho to continue working in the United States?
- Yes
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- * Are you currently authorized to work in the United States of America?
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- After reviewing this position description and qualifications listed, are you willing and able to perform the work requirements of this position?
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