Title: Non-student Hourly Help Desk Technician
Employee Classification: Non-Pos Hourly Posting Code
Campus: University of North Texas
Division: UNT-Information Technology
SubDivision-Department: UNT-Enrollment Operations
Department: UNT-Administrative IT Services-150100
Job Location: Denton
Salary: $14.00 an hour
FTE: 0.48
Retirement Eligibility: Not Retirement Eligible
About Us - Values Overview Welcome to the University of North Texas System. The UNT System includes the University of North Texas in Denton and Frisco, the University of North Texas at Dallas and UNT Dallas College of Law, and University of North Texas Health Fort Worth. We are the only university system based exclusively in the robust Dallas-Fort Worth region. We are growing with the North Texas region, employing more than 14,000 employees, educating a record 49,000+ students across our system, and awarding nearly 12,000 degrees each year.
We are one team comprised of individuals who are committed to excellence, curiosity and innovation. We are transforming lives and creating economic opportunity through education. We champion a people-first values-based culture where We Care about each other and those we serve. We believe that we are Better Together because we foster an environment of respect, belonging, and access for all. We demonstrate Courageous Integrity through setting exceptional standards and acting in the best interest of our communities. We are encouraged to Be Curious about opportunities for learning, creating, discovering, and innovating, and are encouraged to learn from failure. Show Your Fire by joining our team and exhibiting your passion and pride in your work as part of our UNT System team.
Learn more about the UNT System and how we live our values at .
Department Summary Administrative Information Technology Services (AITS) is uniquely positioned to support the University's mission by providing the primary university-wide, shared resources of computing hardware, software, data and voice communications, and technology to professional personnel on campus. AITS is called upon to provide computing and electronic communications resources when it can do so more effectively or more efficiently than separate units.
Position Overview The UNT IT Help Desk provides technical support for UNT-supported systems (myUNT, Canvas, Microsoft 365, Wi-Fi, etc.) to the UNT community. We provide support to UNT students, faculty, and staff via email, phone, trouble tickets, live chat, and walk-up support. The UNT IT Helpdesk is part of Administrative IT Services (AITS). As a Help Desk Technician, you will take part in providing customer support to the UNT community.
Minimum Qualifications Excellent written and oral communication skills
Good understanding of computers, mobile devices, and other tech products
Experience using UNT-supported IT Services, like Microsoft 365, Canvas, MyUNT, etc.
The ability to diagnose and resolve basic technical issues
Proficiency in English
Strong critical and analytical thinking skills
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Excellent written and oral communication skills
Good understanding of computers, mobile devices, and other tech products
Experience using UNT-supported IT Services, like Microsoft 365, Canvas, MyUNT, etc.
The ability to diagnose and resolve basic technical issues
Proficiency in English
Strong critical and analytical thinking skills
Preferred Qualifications Experience in an Information Technology role
Experience working in a Customer Service or Call Center role
Required License/Registration/CertificationsJob Duties - Identify and suggest improvements in procedures and services Documenting work in our ticketing system (ServiceNow) Escalating unresolved issues to the next level of support personnel Determining the best solution based on the issue and details provided by customers and walking them through the problem-solving process.
Physical Requirements Communicating with others to exchange information.
Sedentary work that primarily involves sitting/standing.
Environmental Hazards No adverse environmental conditions expected.
Work Schedule Monday through Friday 8-5. Evening and weekend shifts are common.
Driving University Vehicle No
Security Sensitive This is a Security Sensitive Position.
Special Instructions Applicants must submit a minimum of two professional references as part of their application. If needed, additional references can be added after the application has been submitted. 18 hours or less per week ending September 30, 2026.
Benefits For information regarding our Benefits, click here .
EEO Statement The University of North Texas System is firmly committed to equal opportunity and does not permit -and takes actions to prevent - discrimination, harassment (including sexual violence, domestic violence, dating violence and stalking), and retaliation on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, age, disability, genetic information, or veteran status in its application, employment practices, and facilities; nor permits race, color, national origin, religion, age, disability, veteran status, or sex discrimination and harassment in its admissions processes, and educational programs and activities. UNT System Administration promptly investigates complaints of discrimination, harassment, and related retaliation and takes remedial action when appropriate. System Administration also takes actions to prevent retaliation against individuals who oppose any form of harassment or discriminatory practice, file a charge or report, or testify, assist, or participate in a related investigation or proceeding.
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