University of Nebraska – Lincoln is hiring an Information Technology Specialist. The role handles computing for staff at the Center on Children, Families and the Law and the Public Policy Center, from server maintenance and computing security to everyday user support. The specialist also supervises student workers and helps with events.
Highlights
Maintain web and data servers, and develop and maintain computing security and continuity of operations for both centers.
Monitor backups and redundancies, and track and project the need for computing assets.
Support users, create and maintain computing process and asset documentation, and research and consult on tools that meet the centers' needs.
Use endpoint management software to deploy operating systems and applications, supervise student workers, and provide event support.
Associate's degree plus three years of IT experience providing end-user support for desktops and networked servers in a large computing environment, or equivalent education and experience.
Demonstrated experience with desktop and application virtualization technologies, and familiarity with configuring and deploying Windows software and operating systems in a large networked environment.
Excellent communication skills, knowledge of customer service practices, project management experience, and the ability to manage sensitive data; US citizenship is required because of national security and access to sensitive data sets.
Preferred bachelor's degree or equivalent, familiarity with Mac OS X and Linux, and experience with audio-visual equipment and troubleshooting video conferences.
Full-time, grant-funded position in Lincoln, Nebraska, with a minimum salary of $52,000 per year.
Information Technology Specialist Full Description
Click on “Apply for this Job”. You will then either create an application or edit your current application that is on file. You will be required to attach your resume, cover letter, and list of references as three (3) separate documents in MS Word or PDF format.
Position Information
Position Information
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. See Notice of Nondiscrimination Working Title | Information Technology Specialist Department | Ctr on Children Families & the Law-1082 Requisition Number | S_260844 Posting Open Date | 10/15/2026 Application Review Date: (To ensure consideration, please submit all application materials before review date) | 11/20/2026 Posting Close Date | Open Until Filled | Yes Description of Work | 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. 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 Posted Salary | $52,000/yr. minimum How to Apply | Click on “Apply for this Job”. You will then either create an application or edit your current application that is on file. You will be required to attach your resume, cover letter, and list of references as three (3) separate documents in MS Word or PDF format. For questions or accommodations related to this position contact | Job Category (old) | Managerial/Professional Job Type | Full-Time Alternate Work Schedule (if other than 8-5) | Work Location (City, State) | Lincoln, NE Position funded by grant or other form of temporary funding? | Yes If Temporary, indicate end date | Planned Hire Date: | Appointment End Date |
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