Position Title: IT Coordinator, Service Desk Level 2
Position #:
JR105264
This position is available within the University of Maryland's Division of Information Technology (DIT).
Service
Desk IT Coordinators provide direct level 2 end-user assistance to the customers of the Division of IT Service Desk. The Service Desk
provides IT support to the faculty, staff, and students of the University, including assistance with the Windows, Apple, and Linux operating
systems, standard productivity applications, the Internet, networking, and a wide range of University academic and administrative
applications. Support is provided over the telephone, on a walk-in basis, by remote control and live chat and via email. Service Desk Level
2 Coordinators are responsible for all aspects of the customer relationship and strive for excellence in the customer experience. IT
Coordinators coach student employees, keep abreast of the latest support and technology trends, research and resolve difficult technology
support requests, produce user documentation and review, refine and improve support processes and procedures.
**This position is
considered essential and may be required to work at the normal work location or an alternative location during a major catastrophic event,
weather emergency, or other operational emergency to help maintain the continuity of University services.**
**May be required to work
evenings, nights, weekends, or different shifts for extended periods.**
Physical Demands: This position requires the ability
to lift computer equipment and occasionally travel across campus to different locations.
Minimum Qualifications
Education: Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university.
Experience: One (1) year of professional
information technology experience.
Other: Additional work experience as defined above may be substituted on a year-for-year
basis for up to four (4) years of the required education.
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, & ABILITIES:
- Knowledge of supported
computing platforms. - Knowledge of supported computing platforms and their applications in IT environments.
- Knowledge of best
practices for instructing and guiding both technical and non-technical personnel. - Skill in written and verbal communication, time
management, and adapting to shifting priorities. - Skill in providing strong customer service and resolving technical issues
efficiently. - Ability to analyze and solve problems effectively in a fast-paced environment.
- Ability to instruct, direct,
assist, guide, and share information with both technical and non-technical personnel. - Ability to assist, guide, and share
information with diverse audiences, including technical and non-technical personnel.
Preferences:
- Prior
experience providing IT support in a higher-ed environment - Familiarity with supporting: Canvas, Google Workspace, Workday
Licenses/Certifications: N/A
Additional Job Details:
* Required Application Materials: Resume, Cover Letter,
List of Three References. Applications missing these materials will NOT be considered
- Best Consideration Date:
11/10/2026 - Posting Close Date: 11/17/2026
- Salary Range: $56,800.00 -
$68,160.00
Remote
Work: Please note that all positions within the Division of Information Technology (DIT) have an in person component with expected time
in our College Park, MD location per week. Telework is not a guaranteed work arrangement.
Visa Sponsorship Information: DIT
will not sponsor the successful candidate for work authorization in the United States now or in the future. F1 STEM OPT support is not
available for this position.
Job Risks: Not Applicable to This Position
Financial Disclosure Required: No. For
more information on Financial Disclosure, please visit Maryland's State Ethics Commission website.
Department:
DIT-BSS-Community Support & Outreach (CSO)
Worker Sub-Type: Staff Contractual (C2) (Fixed Term)
Benefits
Summary: For more information on Regular Exempt benefits, select this link.
Background Checks: Offers of employment
are contingent on completion of a background check. Information reported by the background check will not automatically disqualify anyone
from employment. Before any adverse decision, the finalist will have an opportunity to provide information to the University regarding
disclosable background check information. The University reserves the right to rescind the offer of employment or otherwise decline or
terminate employment if the information reported by the background check is deemed incompatible with the position, regardless of when the
background check is completed.
Employment Eligibility: The successful candidate must complete employment eligibility
verification (on Form I-9) by presenting documents that establish identity and work authorization within the timeframe required by federal
immigration law, and where applicable, to demonstrate renewed employment authorization. Failure to complete employment eligibility
verification or reverification within the timeframe set forth by law may result in suspension or termination of employment.
EEO
Statement: The University of Maryland, College Park is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive equal
consideration for employment. Please read the University's Equal Employment Opportunity Statement of Policy.
