Technical Support Specialist II, IR Client Services

WHY UT SOUTHWESTERN?
With over 75 years of excellence in Dallas-Fort Worth, Texas, UT Southwestern is committed to excellence, innovation, teamwork, and compassion. As a world-renowned medical and research center, we strive to provide the best possible care, resources, and benefits for our valued employees. Ranked as the number 1 hospital in Dallas-Fort Worth according to U.S. News & World Report, we invest in you with opportunities for career growth and development to align with your future goals. Our highly competitive benefits package offers healthcare, PTO and paid holidays, on-site childcare, wage, merit increases and so much more. We invite you to be a part of the UT Southwestern team where you'll discover a culture of teamwork, professionalism, and a rewarding career! 

JOB SUMMARY
UT Southwestern is seeking a Technical Support Specialist II to provide desktop, printer, and peripheral support for faculty and staff. This role focuses on troubleshooting hardware/software issues, installing approved equipment, and ensuring all systems meet Information Security requirements. The primary work hours are 8 am - 5 pm Monday - Friday.  Please note, this is not a remote position.  It is 100% on campus. 

Key Responsibilities

• Diagnose and resolve routine computer, printer, and peripheral issues.
• Perform preventive maintenance and basic repairs.
• Install approved software, PCs, printers, and related devices.
• Escalate complex issues to senior technical staff.
• Maintain compliance with Information Security standards.
• Support general IT needs as assigned

Ideal Candidate  
Someone who is customer‑focused, detail‑oriented, and comfortable working hands‑on with end‑user devices in a fast‑paced academic medical environment.

BENEFITS
UT Southwestern is proud to offer a competitive and comprehensive benefits package to eligible employees. Our benefits are designed to support your overall wellbeing, and include:

• PPO medical plan, available day one at no cost for full-time employee-only coverage
• 100% coverage for preventive healthcare-no copay
• Paid Time Off, available day one
• Retirement Programs through the Teacher Retirement System of Texas (TRS)
• Paid Parental Leave Benefit
• Wellness programs
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) Qualified Employer
• Learn more about these and other UTSW employee benefits!

EXPERIENCE AND EDUCATION

Required

• Education
  High School Diploma or equivalent. 
   

• Experience
  4 years related experience required. 
  Additional coursework in a related field, such as computer science, management information systems, etc. may be considered on a year for year basis in lieu of stated minimum experience. 
   

• Licenses and Certifications
  If area of employment requires use of a University-owned vehicle, employee will be required to possess a valid Texas Drivers License, pass a Motor Vehicle Records (MVR) check, and complete drivers training (or van training, if applicable), in accordance with UTS Policy 157, appendix B within 30 Days 
   

Preferred

• Education
  Associate's Degree in related field, or 
  Bachelor's Degree in related field. 
   

JOB DUTIES

• Supports the full end user computing experience to include computer hardware/software, printers, copiers, scanners, audio visual, mobile devices, etc...
• Diagnose and repair routine & complex end user problems to remediation independently or by escalating to senior technical staff or other teams.
• Performs preventative maintenance of end user devices and associated peripherals.
• Lifecycle management of end user devices to include deployment and decommissioning of assets.
• After hours staff will work the Service Desk role as needed.
• Advise customers regarding their technology needs and provide the associated costs and vendor quotes.
• Liaison between customer and Information Resources, partner organizations, or vendors to ensure the efficient operation of the end user computing environment.
• Performs other duties as assigned

SECURITY AND EEO STATEMENT

Security
This position is security-sensitive and subject to Texas Education Code 51.215, which authorizes UT Southwestern to obtain criminal history record information. 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.

EEO
UT Southwestern Medical Center is committed to an educational and working environment that provides equal opportunity to all members of the University community. As an equal opportunity employer, UT Southwestern prohibits unlawful discrimination, including discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, disability, genetic information, citizenship status, or veteran status.