Academic Technology Support Specialist II

Georgetown University comprises two unique campuses in the nation's capital.

With the Hilltop Campus located in the heart of the historic Georgetown neighborhood, and the Capitol Campus, just minutes from the U.S. Capitol and U.S. Supreme Court, Georgetown University offers rigorous academic programs, a global perspective, and unparalleled opportunities to engage with Washington, D.C. Our community is a close-knit group of remarkable individuals driven by intellectual inquiry, a commitment to social justice, and a shared dedication to making a difference in the world.

Job Overview

Academic Technology Support Specialist II, University Information Services - Georgetown University. This position serves as a senior technical resource and project coordinator, providing advanced, expert-level support for the university's classroom and desktop computing environments.

The Specialist II is responsible for handling a wide range of complex and escalated technical issues that require root cause analysis and multi-system troubleshooting. This role is crucial for ensuring the seamless integration and high-level operation of technology that supports the university's academic and administrative objectives.

The Specialist II works independently on moderately complex projects (e.g., lab refreshes, system upgrades) and plays a key part in developing the technical skills of the support team through mentorship.

Duties

• Acting as a primary escalation point for complex technical issues unresolved by front-line support staff.
• Leading and coordinating small to medium-sized technology projects, such as departmental computer refreshes.
• Diagnosing and resolving advanced hardware, software, network, and complex classroom AV system problems.
• Providing mentorship and on-the-job training to junior technical specialists and student workers.
• Developing and maintaining comprehensive technical documentation and standardized operating procedures (SOPs).

Work Interactions

Reporting to the Technology Support Team Manager, the Specialist II is a key technical leader within the support team. This role requires extensive collaboration with other senior IT professionals, including network engineers, systems administrators, and application teams, to troubleshoot and resolve systemic, campus-wide issues.

The Specialist II serves as a trusted technical advisor to faculty and staff, providing expert consultation and training on the effective and secure use of technology for teaching and research.

By mentoring junior staff and managing key technology projects, this position directly enhances the overall technical capability and efficiency of the entire support team, ensuring alignment with the university's academic mission.

Requirements and Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, or a related technical field.
• A minimum of 4-5 years of progressive, dedicated experience in a desktop support, system administration, or academic technology role, with demonstrated expertise in both client computing and specialized classroom AV technology. Proven experience serving as a technical lead, project coordinator, or primary escalation point in a high-volume support environment.
• Technical Expertise:
• Advanced knowledge of Microsoft Windows and Apple macOS operating systems, including direct experience with enterprise endpoint management and security tools (e.g., SCCM, Jamf, Active Directory, anti-virus suites).
• In-depth, hands-on experience troubleshooting and supporting complex classroom AV systems (e.g., Crestron/Extron control systems, audio DSPs, video conferencing codecs, and lecture capture platforms).
• Proven ability to perform root cause analysis on recurring systemic technical issues and implement sustainable solutions.
• Project and Leadership Skills: Proven ability to lead small to medium-sized technology projects (e.g., departmental refreshes, system upgrades), prioritize tasks effectively, and work independently with minimal supervision. Experience providing technical mentorship and on-the-job training to junior staff and student workers.
• Skills and Cultural Competencies:
• Superior written and oral communication skills and interpersonal skills, with proven experience in technical writing, documentation, and delivering effective training to non-technical faculty and staff.
• A demonstrated commitment to the University's Jesuit values and principles, operating with integrity and a collaborative, service-oriented mindset.
• Strong dedication to fostering an inclusive environment and a commitment to diversity in all mentorship, training, and support activities.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in a higher education or similarly complex academic support environment.
• Industry certifications such as CompTIA A+, Network+, or AVIXA CTS.
• Direct experience with IT Service Management (ITSM) best practices or ITIL principles.

Work Mode Designation

This position has been designated as On Campus. Please note that work mode designations are regularly reviewed in order to meet the evolving needs of the University. Such review may necessitate a change to a position's mode of work designation.

Complete details about Georgetown University's mode of work designations for staff positions can be found on the Department of Human Resources website: https://hr.georgetown.edu/mode-of-work-designation.

Pay Range

The projected salary or hourly pay range for this position which represents the full range of anticipated compensation is: $47,586.00 - $87,558.13. Compensation is determined by a number of factors including, but not limited to, the candidate's individual qualifications, experience, education, skills, and certifications, as well as the University's business needs and external factors.

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Submission Guidelines

Please note that in order to be considered an applicant for any position at Georgetown University you must submit a resume for each position of interest for which you believe you are qualified. Documents are not kept on file for future positions.

Need Assistance

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Please call 202-687-2500. For more information about the suite of benefits, professional development and community involvement opportunities that make up Georgetown's commitment to its employees, please visit the Georgetown Works website.

EEO Statement

GU is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply, and will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, citizenship, color, disability, family responsibilities, gender identity and expression, genetic information, marital status, matriculation, national origin, race, religion, personal appearance, political affiliation, sex, sexual orientation, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

Benefits

Georgetown University offers a comprehensive and competitive benefit package that includes medical, dental, vision, disability and life insurance, retirement savings, tuition assistance, work-life balance benefits, employee discounts and an array of voluntary insurance options. You can learn more about benefits and eligibility on the Department of Human Resources website.

Skills

• Academic Background, Antivirus, Apple, Audiovisual, Best Practices, Communication Skills, Comp
• TIA
• Computing Technology Industry Association, Comp
• TIA A+, Comp
• TIA Network+, Compensation Management, Computer Science, Computer Systems, Control Systems, Crestron, Desktop Administration, Desktop Environments, Digital Signal Processing (DSP), Diversity, Documentation Standards, Endpoint Security, Enterprise Endpoint, Establish Priorities, Extron, Higher Education, Human Resources, IT Service Management (ITSM), ITIL (IT Infrastructure Library), Identify Issues, Information Technology & Information Systems, Interpersonal Skills, Leadership, Mac Operating System, Mentoring, Microsoft Active Directory, Microsoft Windows Operating System, Network Architecture/Engineering, Operating Systems, Presentation/Verbal Skills, Project/Program Coordination, Root Cause Analysis, Standard Operating Procedures (SOP), Sustainability, System Center Configuration Manager (SCCM), Systems Administration/Management, Team Lead/Manager, Team Player, Technical Leadership, Technical Operations, Technical Support, Technical Writing, Training/Teaching, Video Compression, Videoconferencing, Writing Skills

About the Company

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