IT Support Assistant- Technology Support Specialist

The City University of New York (CUNY)

GENERAL DUTIES

I.T. Support Assistants support routine operations and problem resolution of computing and/or communications functions at a College or Unit. They work in technical support, applications development, operations, help desk, and similar environments, as well as in the field where equipment may be located.

Work tasks include as:

Operating, transporting, adjusting, and installing/configuring computing and related equipment

Communicating with technology users and staff to understand, identify, document and resolve problems

Performing simple repairs to computing and related equipment.

This job is in CUNY's Classified Civil Service. The full specification is available on our web site at http://www.cuny.edu/about/administration/offices/hr/classified-civil-service/ccsjobs/

CONTRACT TITLE

IT Support Assistant

FLSA

Non-exempt

CAMPUS SPECIFIC INFORMATION

Lehman College, of The City University of New York, ranks among the top five institutions in the nation for fostering social mobility. A four-year Hispanic-Serving Institution in the Bronx, Lehman offers bachelor’s, master’s, and advanced degrees and certificate programs in the Liberal Arts, sciences, and professions. The College’s community-driven mission and notable academic programs attract a diverse, international enrollment of over 15,000 students who take courses on its 37-acre, tree-lined campus and online degree programs. Many thousands more community members benefit yearly from its active cultural, educational, health, and economic outreach programs and services.

This position reports to the Assistant Director for Campus Technology, the IT Support Assistant (Technology Support Specialist) responsibilities are:

Determine the cause of malfunctions, using various methods such as observation, use of diagnostic software or equipment.

Assist in remediating both hardware and software issues.

Communicate with technology users and other technology staff to understand the details of work assignments and the nature of problems. May log or document problem reports.

Assist with the creation of desktop/laptop images using Dell Image Assist, JAMF, and/or other imaging products.

Provide technical support for users in Windows and Mac based environments including both hardware and software.

Provide technical support for mobile technologies including Apple, Google, and Android.

Create desktop images using vCenter and configure and support zero clients.

Assist in routine troubleshooting of network topologies, including DHCP, DNS and TCPIP

Configure, setup and deliver equipment requests to user community.

Uses ServiceNow to track service requests and incident reports.

This is a 100% in-person position.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

High School Diploma, G.E.D., or equivalent

Eighteen months of related full-time work experience or equivalent, such as completion of eighteen college credits in Information Technology

Demonstrated English Language proficiency

A Motor Vehicle Driver's license, valid in New York State, may be required for some, but not all positions.

OTHER QUALIFICATIONS

Knowledge of troubleshooting and diagnostic techniques on technical issues that will focus on providing high levels of customer satisfaction.

Proficiency in Windows OS, Mac OS, web-enabled communication, and Microsoft Office 365

Proficiency in installing various software packages, troubleshoot issues, and resolving problems.

Good working knowledge with imaging software’s such as Dell Image Assist, JAMF and other imaging products

Working knowledge of MDM, JAMF, MECM

Good working knowledge of mobile technologies including Apple, Google, and Android

Strong communication and negotiation skills as well as the ability to work collaboratively.

Energetic, well organized, and patient with a blend of technical and analytical skills, initiative, and independence

Ability to work in a fast-paced, team-based, and customer service-oriented environment. Familiarity with Windows servers, including administration of Active Directory.

Familiarity with various commercial software packages (McAfee/Trelix, Outlook Exchange Servers, Microsoft Office Suite, Adobe Creative Cloud, Citrix, Crystal Reports).

Good understanding of network topologies, including DHCP, DNS and TCPIP.

Responsibility for maintaining and managing Computrace/Absolute inventory and security software profiles for mobile hardware devices for the college.

COMPENSATION

New Hire: $49,211

Incumbent: $55,608

This amount reflects a 13% salary suppression in effect for the first 24 months of employment only.

BENEFITS

CUNY offers a comprehensive benefits package to employees and eligible dependents based on job title and classification. Employees are also offered pension and Tax-Deferred Savings Plans. Part-time employees must meet a weekly or semester work hour criteria to be eligible for health benefits. Health benefits are also extended to retirees who meet the eligibility criteria.

HOW TO APPLY

To apply, go to www.cuny.edu, access the employment page, log in or create a new user account, and search for this vacancy using the Job ID or Title. Select "Apply Now" and provide the requested information.

CLOSING DATE

Position re-opened new closing date: 07/16/2026; previous applicants need not apply.

JOB SEARCH CATEGORY

CUNY Job Posting: Information Technology/Technical

EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY

CUNY encourages people with disabilities, minorities, veterans and women to apply. At CUNY, Italian Americans are also included among our protected groups. Applicants and employees will not be discriminated against on the basis of any legally protected category, including sexual orientation or gender identity. EEO/AA/Vet/Disability Employer.

Location: Lehman College

Job Type: Full-Time