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University of South Carolina

Computer Support Specialist

🇺🇸 Columbia, South Carolina 🕑 Part-Time 💰 $22 per Hour 💻 Information Technology 🗓️ October 10th, 2026

Edtech.com's Summary

University of South Carolina is hiring a Computer Support Specialist to keep workstations, devices, and classroom technology running for the School of Law. The specialist handles installation and turnaround of Law School workstations and answers first-level service requests from faculty, staff, and students. Part of the job also covers audiovisual support for classrooms and events.

Highlights
  • Support faculty, staff, and students with first-level requests by phone, email, and in person.
  • Install and turn around Law School workstations using working knowledge of Active Directory, network, and file services.
  • Provide desktop and mobile device support along with hardware and software troubleshooting.
  • Answer routine questions about installing, operating, and using software and business applications.
  • Assist with classroom audiovisual technology and audiovisual support for events.
  • Work 27 to 29 hours a week on a schedule that varies weekly with the school's needs.
  • Stay flexible for evenings, a couple of Saturdays, and different summer hours.
  • Hold a high school diploma or equivalent experience, with PC, Mac, and mobile device support and audiovisual knowledge preferred.
  • Earn $22 an hour in a part-time role.
  • Serve the School of Law's programming and events as the go-to contact for technology.

Computer Support Specialist Full Description

This position is open until filled. This employment site is updated on a regular basis. The length of the recruitment and screening process may vary from position to position, depending upon a variety of factors. Should review of your qualifications result in a decision to pursue your candidacy, you will be contacted by phone or email.
Posting Summary
Posting Number
TMP02439PO26
Job Code Title
IT Services Specialist I
Advertised Title
Computer Support Specialist
Campus
Columbia
College/Division
School of Law
Department
LAW School of Law
Salary
$22/hr.
Location of Vacancy
Columbia, SC
Part/Full Time
Part Time
Hours per Week
29
Work Schedule
The work schedule will vary weekly depending upon the needs of the school.
We anticipate 27-29 hours of work each week.
The position holder must be available to work flexible hours, including evenings and a couple of Saturdays, to support school programming and events.
Must have flexibility with different summer hours.
Job Search Category
Information Technology
About University of South Carolina
From the Upstate to the Lowcountry, the University of South Carolina system is transforming the lives of South Carolinians through the impact of our eight institutions and 20 locations throughout the state. More than 50,000 students are enrolled at one of eight institutions, including the research campus in Columbia and comprehensive four-year universities in Aiken, Upstate and Beaufort. In addition, our Palmetto College campuses in Salkehatchie, Union, Lancaster and Sumter enable students to earn associate or bachelor’s degrees through a combination of in-person, online or blended learning. All of our system institutions place strong emphasis on service — helping to build healthier, more educated communities in South Carolina and beyond.
Benefits for Temporary Positions
The University of South Carolina (USC), through the State of SC and Public Employee Benefit Authority (PEBA), offers temporary employees expected to work at least 30 hours per week health and life insurance, flexible spending accounts and retirement programs. To learn more about USC benefits, access the "Working at USC" section on the Applicant Portal at https://uscjobs.sc.edu.
Advertised Job Summary
The Part-Time Computer Support Specialist oversees the installation and turnaround of all Law School workstations with a working knowledge of Active Directory, along with network and file services. This position provides first-level support to all end users, including faculty, staff, and students, by responding by phone, email, and in person to service requests, and by handling routine questions about installation, operation, and usage of computer system software and business applications. The Computer Support Specialist also provides desktop and mobile device support as well as hardware and software troubleshooting. This position will also assist with classroom audiovisual technology and audiovisual support for events.
Qualifications
Job-Related Minimum Required Education and Experience: High school diploma or equivalent experience
Preferred Qualifications: Knowledge of PC, Mac, and mobile device hardware and software support. Knowledge of audiovisual equipment and support. High school diploma or equivalent experience
Posting Detail Information
Number of Vacancies
1
Desired Start Date
10/12/2026
Job Open Date
10/08/2026
Open Until Filled
Yes
EEO Statement
The University of South Carolina does not discriminate in employment opportunities or decisions for qualified persons on the basis of age, ancestry, citizenship status, color, disability, ethnicity, familial status, gender, gender identity or expression, genetic information, military status, national origin, pregnancy, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, veteran status, or any other protected category under applicable law.