The University of Texas Rio Grande Valley
TECHNOLOGY SUPPORT SPECIALIST I
🇺🇸 Edinburg, TX
🕑 Full-Time
💰 TBD
💻 Information Technology
🗓️ December 9th, 2025
Edtech.com's Summary
The University of Texas Rio Grande Valley is hiring a Technology Support Specialist I. This role involves consulting with users on effective computer use, resolving routine computer problems, providing support and maintenance for hardware and software, and assisting with system analysis, training, and network installation.
Highlights
- Advise and provide consultation to computer users of varying skill levels.
- Resolve routine computer-related problems and perform service calls on-site or remotely.
- Install, maintain, repair, and support computer hardware, software, and networks.
- Assist with analysis, development, testing of systems and procedures, and preparation of training materials.
- Keep up-to-date with new and emerging technology trends.
- Required education: 60 hours of undergraduate coursework including 12 hours in information systems or computer science/MIS, or equivalent work experience.
- Preferred education: Associate's degree in Computer Science, MIS, or related field.
- Required experience: Two years related to computer hardware/software, or four years without the required coursework; university environment experience preferred.
- Supervision: General supervision received, typically no direct supervision given.
- Compensation: Salary commensurate with experience.
TECHNOLOGY SUPPORT SPECIALIST I Full Description
Office Location
The University of Texas Rio Grande Valley
1201 W. University Drive
Human Resources
MASS Building 2nd Floor
Edinburg, TX 78539
The University of Texas Rio Grande Valley
1201 W. University Drive
Human Resources
MASS Building 2nd Floor
Edinburg, TX 78539
Edinburg: (956)665-2451
Brownsville: (956) 882-8205
Office hours:
Monday-Friday
8:00a.m. - 5:00p.m.
Staff Recruitment: careers@utrgv.edu
School of Medicine Recruitment: SOMCareers@utrgv.edu
Graduate Assistantships: assistantships@utrgv.edu
Faculty Recruitment:
College of Engineering & Computer Science: cecs@utrgv.edu
College of Engineering & Computer Science: cecs@utrgv.edu
Robert C. Vackar College of Business & Entrepreneurship: cobe@utrgv.edu
College of Sciences Office of the Dean: cos@utrgv.edu
College of Education and P-16 Integration: cep@utrgv.edu
College of Fine Arts: cofa@utrgv.edu
College of Liberal Arts: liberalarts@utrgv.edu
Website: https://careers.utrgv.edu
TECHNOLOGY SUPPORT SPECIALIST I
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Dear Applicant,
Human Resources will not be held responsible for redacting any confidential information from the documents you attach with your application. The confidential information includes the following:
*Date of Birth
*Gender
*Ethnicity/Race
Please make sure that you omit this information prior to submission. We are advising that Human Resources will be forwarding your application to the department as per your submission. The University of Texas Rio Grande Valley reserves the right to discontinue accepting applications prior to the stated close date of this position, after meeting the posting requirement of three (3) calendar days.
If you have any questions, please do not hesitate to contact us at (956) 665-2451 and/or careers@utrgv.edu.
Human Resources will not be held responsible for redacting any confidential information from the documents you attach with your application. The confidential information includes the following:
*Date of Birth
*Gender
*Ethnicity/Race
Please make sure that you omit this information prior to submission. We are advising that Human Resources will be forwarding your application to the department as per your submission. The University of Texas Rio Grande Valley reserves the right to discontinue accepting applications prior to the stated close date of this position, after meeting the posting requirement of three (3) calendar days.
If you have any questions, please do not hesitate to contact us at (956) 665-2451 and/or careers@utrgv.edu.
Posting Details
Position Information
Posting Number | SRGV8686
Working Title | TECHNOLOGY SUPPORT SPECIALIST I
Number of Vacancies | 1
Location | Edinburg, Texas
Department | Infrastructure & Operations
FTE | 1.0
FLSA | Non-Exempt
Scope of Job | To advise and provide consultation to computer users on various skill levels regarding the effective use of computer resources. Responsible for providing routine information to faculty, staff, students, and various other groups regarding computers and their usage.
Description of Duties | Consults with users on the use of computers and provide solutions in resolving routine computer related problems. Provides routine computer services to all departments and other groups. Installs, maintains, repairs, and provides support for computer hardware and software. Performs or assists in performing the analysis, development, and testing of systems and procedures. Performs service calls, either on-site or by telephone, on computers for problem solving and trouble shooting. Performs or assists in performing the preparation of training literature and materials and the training or classroom lecture of staff, faculty, and/or students. Researches, reviews and recommends computer products, services and trends to support user short and long term planning and purchases. Installs and maintains computer networks. Keeps up to date on new and developing technology. Performs other duties as assigned.
Supervision Received | General supervision from assigned supervisor.
Supervision Given | Generally none, but in some departments may supervise clerical, direct wage or work study employees.
Required Education | 60 hours of undergraduate course work including 12 hours in information systems or computer science/MIS. Equivalent work experience in performing the stated duties may be substituted on a 1-on-1 basis.
Preferred Education | Associates Degree in Computer Science, MIS or a related field.
Licenses/Certifications | None.
Required Experience | Two (2) years experience relating to computer hardware/software or four (4) years of related experience without required coursework.
Preferred Experience | The above required experience acquired in the university environment.
Equipment | Use of standard office equipment, use of computer hardware, software and applications.
Preferred: Knowledge of various third party applications and computer networking systems, their components, functions and capabilities.
Working Conditions | Needs to be able to successfully perform all required duties. Indoor office environment. UTRGV is a distributed institution, which may require presence at multiple locations throughout the Rio Grande Valley.
Other | Must be able to move between buildings to perform on site service. Works with electronic equipment, necessitating normal caution and safety procedures. Must be able to stoop, bend, reach, climb ladders and stairs to install and maintain equipment and cables.
To the extent this position requires the holder to research, work on, or have access to critical infrastructure as defined in Section 117.001(2) of the Texas Business and Commerce Code, the ability to maintain the security or integrity of the critical infrastructure is a minimum qualification to be hired and to continue to be employed in the position.
Physical Capabilities | N/A
Employment Category | Full-Time
Minimum Salary | Commensurate with Experience
Posted Salary | Commensurate with Experience
Position Available Date | 12/05/2025
Grant Funded Position | No
If Yes, Provide Grant Expiration Date |
Working Title | TECHNOLOGY SUPPORT SPECIALIST I
Number of Vacancies | 1
Location | Edinburg, Texas
Department | Infrastructure & Operations
FTE | 1.0
FLSA | Non-Exempt
Scope of Job | To advise and provide consultation to computer users on various skill levels regarding the effective use of computer resources. Responsible for providing routine information to faculty, staff, students, and various other groups regarding computers and their usage.
Description of Duties | Consults with users on the use of computers and provide solutions in resolving routine computer related problems. Provides routine computer services to all departments and other groups. Installs, maintains, repairs, and provides support for computer hardware and software. Performs or assists in performing the analysis, development, and testing of systems and procedures. Performs service calls, either on-site or by telephone, on computers for problem solving and trouble shooting. Performs or assists in performing the preparation of training literature and materials and the training or classroom lecture of staff, faculty, and/or students. Researches, reviews and recommends computer products, services and trends to support user short and long term planning and purchases. Installs and maintains computer networks. Keeps up to date on new and developing technology. Performs other duties as assigned.
Supervision Received | General supervision from assigned supervisor.
Supervision Given | Generally none, but in some departments may supervise clerical, direct wage or work study employees.
Required Education | 60 hours of undergraduate course work including 12 hours in information systems or computer science/MIS. Equivalent work experience in performing the stated duties may be substituted on a 1-on-1 basis.
Preferred Education | Associates Degree in Computer Science, MIS or a related field.
Licenses/Certifications | None.
Required Experience | Two (2) years experience relating to computer hardware/software or four (4) years of related experience without required coursework.
Preferred Experience | The above required experience acquired in the university environment.
Equipment | Use of standard office equipment, use of computer hardware, software and applications.
Preferred: Knowledge of various third party applications and computer networking systems, their components, functions and capabilities.
Working Conditions | Needs to be able to successfully perform all required duties. Indoor office environment. UTRGV is a distributed institution, which may require presence at multiple locations throughout the Rio Grande Valley.
Other | Must be able to move between buildings to perform on site service. Works with electronic equipment, necessitating normal caution and safety procedures. Must be able to stoop, bend, reach, climb ladders and stairs to install and maintain equipment and cables.
To the extent this position requires the holder to research, work on, or have access to critical infrastructure as defined in Section 117.001(2) of the Texas Business and Commerce Code, the ability to maintain the security or integrity of the critical infrastructure is a minimum qualification to be hired and to continue to be employed in the position.
Physical Capabilities | N/A
Employment Category | Full-Time
Minimum Salary | Commensurate with Experience
Posted Salary | Commensurate with Experience
Position Available Date | 12/05/2025
Grant Funded Position | No
If Yes, Provide Grant Expiration Date |
Posting Detail Information
EEO Statement | It is the policy of The University of Texas Rio Grande Valley to promote and ensure equal employment opportunities for all individuals without regard to race, color, national origin, sex, age, religion, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetic information or protected veteran status. In accordance with the requirements of Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, the Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972, Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, and the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990, as amended, our University is committed to comply with all government requirements and ensures non-discrimination in its education programs and activities, including employment. We encourage women, minorities and differently abled persons to apply for employment positions of interest.
Special Instructions to Applicants | Dear Applicant,
Human Resources will not be held responsible for redacting any confidential information from the documents you attach with your application. The confidential information includes the following:
Date of Birth
Gender
*Ethnicity/Race
Please make sure that you omit this information prior to submission. We are advising that Human Resources will be forwarding your application to the department as per your submission. The University of Texas Rio Grande Valley reserves the right to discontinue accepting applications prior to the stated close date of this position, after meeting the posting requirement of three (3) calendar days.
If you have any questions, please do not hesitate to contact us at (956) 665-2451 and/or careers@utrgv.edu.
Additional Information | UTRGV is a distributed location institution and working location is subject to change based on need.
All UTRGV employees are required to have a criminal background check (CBC). Incomplete applications will not be considered.
Substitutions to the above requirements must have prior approval from the VP of HR & Talent Development .
Quick Link | https://careers.utrgv.edu/postings/49603
Special Instructions to Applicants | Dear Applicant,
Human Resources will not be held responsible for redacting any confidential information from the documents you attach with your application. The confidential information includes the following:
Date of Birth
Gender
*Ethnicity/Race
Please make sure that you omit this information prior to submission. We are advising that Human Resources will be forwarding your application to the department as per your submission. The University of Texas Rio Grande Valley reserves the right to discontinue accepting applications prior to the stated close date of this position, after meeting the posting requirement of three (3) calendar days.
If you have any questions, please do not hesitate to contact us at (956) 665-2451 and/or careers@utrgv.edu.
Additional Information | UTRGV is a distributed location institution and working location is subject to change based on need.
All UTRGV employees are required to have a criminal background check (CBC). Incomplete applications will not be considered.
Substitutions to the above requirements must have prior approval from the VP of HR & Talent Development .
Quick Link | https://careers.utrgv.edu/postings/49603
Posting Supplemental Questions
Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).
- * Are you a current UTRGV employee?
- Yes
- No
- * Are you now, or previously, employed by The University of Texas System or any of its institutions?
- Yes - I currently am employed by the UT System or its institutions
- Yes - I have previously been employed by the UT System or its institutions
- No - I have never been employed by the UT System or its institutions
- * Please select your highest level of completed education.
- 6th grade education
- 10th grade education
- High School Diploma or GED
- Associates Degree, Technical, or Trade School Degree/Certification or 60 Hours of College Hours
- Bachelors Degree from an accredited university
- Masters Degree from an accredited university
- Ph. D. or other terminal degree from an accredited university
- None of the above
- * Please provide the field of study for your education:
(Open Ended Question) - * Please indicate the number of years of work experience you have directly related to the position in which you are applying for:
- Less than 1 year
- 1 year
- 2 years
- 3 years
- 4 years
- 5 years
- 6 years
- 7 years
- 8 years
- 9 years
- 10 years
- Over 10 years
- * Do you meet the minimum requirements for this position?
- Yes
- No
Applicant Documents
Required Documents
- Resume
Optional Documents
- Cover Letter/Letter of Application
- Curriculum Vitae
- Unofficial Transcripts
- Reference Letter 1
- Reference Letter 2
- Reference Letter 3
- Certifications and Licenses
- Training Certificates
- Other Document
- List of 3 References
- Unofficial Transcripts 2
- Unofficial Transcripts 3
- Letter of Interest
- Unofficial Graduate Transcripts
- Additional Document
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