Posting Details
Posting Details
Posting Number |
S13194P |
Working Title |
Tier 2 EndPoint Management Specialist |
Department |
Terry-Information Technology |
About the University of Georgia |
Since our founding in 1785, the University of Georgia has operated as Georgia's oldest, most comprehensive, and most diversified institution of higher education
(https://www.uga.edu/). The proof is in our more than 235 years of academic and professional achievements and our continual commitment to higher education.
UGA is currently ranked among the top 20 public universities in U.S. News & World Report. The University's main campus is located in Athens, approximately 65 miles northeast of Atlanta, with extended campuses in Atlanta, Griffin, Gwinnett, and Tifton.
UGA employs approximately 3,100 faculty and more than 7,700 full-time staff. The University's enrollment exceeds 41,000 students including over 31,000 undergraduates and over 10,000 graduate and professional students. Academic programs reside in 19 schools and colleges, including our newly formed School of Medicine. |
About the College/Unit/Department |
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College/Unit/Department website |
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Posting Type |
External |
Retirement Plan |
TRS or ORP |
Employment Type |
Employee |
Benefits Eligibility |
Benefits Eligible |
Full/Part time |
Full Time |
Work Schedule |
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Additional Schedule Information |
Monday through Friday 8:00 am - 5:00 pm |
Advertised Salary |
$65,000-$68,000+ commensurate with experience |
Posting Date |
02/04/2025 |
Open until filled |
Yes |
Closing Date |
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Proposed Starting Date |
03/01/2025 |
Special Instructions to Applicants |
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Location of Vacancy |
Athens Area |
EEO Policy Statement |
The University of Georgia is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, ethnicity, age, genetic information, disability, gender identity, sexual orientation or protected veteran status. Persons needing accommodations or assistance with the accessibility of materials related to this search are encouraged to contact Central HR (hrweb@uga.edu). |
USG Core Values Statement |
The University System of Georgia is comprised of our 26 institutions of higher education and learning, as well as the System Office. Our
USG Statement of Core Values are Integrity, Excellence, Accountability, and Respect. These values serve as the foundation for all that we do as an organization, and each
USG community member is responsible for demonstrating and upholding these standards. More details on the
USG Statement of Core Values and Code of Conduct are available in
USG Board Policy 8.2.18.1.2 and can be found online at
https://www.usg.edu/policymanual/section8/C224/#p8.2.18_personnel_conduct.
Additionally,
USG supports Freedom of Expression as stated in Board Policy 6.5 Freedom of Expression and Academic Freedom found online at
https://www.usg.edu/policymanual/section6/C2653. |
Position Information
Classification Title |
IT (Information Technology) Professional |
FLSA |
Exempt |
FTE |
1.00 |
Minimum Qualifications |
Requires at least a baccalaureate degree in the field. Please contact your Human Resources office for an evaluation of education/experience in lieu of the required minimum qualifications. |
Preferred Qualifications |
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Position Summary |
This position is responsible for endpoint management, troubleshooting, compliance auditing, and setting technology hardware standards for the Terry College of Business. This position reports to the Tier 2 manager and will work together to provide excellent customer service, resolve highly complex issues, design and implement large scale end user computing and classroom technology projects. This position will be resourceful in solving complex problems with unknown solutions. A problem-solving attitude is critical, with an ability to motivate direct reports, managers, peers, and student workers within the
OIT organization. This position will work closely with Terry's Tier 1 Solutions Center,
OIT Infrastructure, and Facilities. |
Knowledge, Skills, Abilities and/or Competencies |
- Extensive knowledge and experience with Windows and Mac Operating Systems, Microsoft Active Directory and group policy, wired and wireless network technology and troubleshooting, standard applications utilized on these platforms including installation, functionality, and troubleshooting, standardization practices including computer imaging, software packaging and network distribution of software.
- Extensive knowledge of modern computing hardware and components such as offerings by Intel, AMD, Nvidia, and Apple.
- Understand computational requirements between software and hardware to offer appropriate solutions to clients.
- Extensive experience with endpoint management software such as Intune.
- Functional knowledge of endpoint security best practices and implementations to meet USG standards.
- Functional knowledge of PowerShell scripting.
- Functional knowledge of AV systems design, digital projectors, and web conferencing.
- Excellent interpersonal skills, written and verbal communications skills, critical thinking and problem-solving skills.
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Physical Demands |
Working in a normal office environment. |
Is driving a responsibility of this position? |
No |
Is this a Position of Trust? |
Yes |
Does this position have operation, access, or control of financial resources? |
No |
Does this position require a P-Card? |
No |
Is having a P-Card an essential function of this position? |
No |
Does this position have direct interaction or care of children under the age of 18 or direct patient care? |
No |
Does this position have Security Access (e.g., public safety, IT security, personnel records, patient records, or access to chemicals and medications) |
Yes |
Credit and P-Card policy |
Be advised a credit check will be required for all positions with financial responsibilities. For additional information about the credit check criteria, visit the
UGA Credit Background Check website. |
Background Investigation Policy |
Offers of employment are contingent upon completion of a background investigation including, a criminal background check demonstrating your eligibility for employment with the University of Georgia; confirmation of the credentials and employment history reflected in your application materials (including reference checks) as they relate to the job-based requirements of the position applied for; and, if applicable, a satisfactory credit check. You may also be subject to a pre-employment drug test for positions with high-risk responsibilities, if applicable. Please visit the
UGA Background Check website. |
Duties/Responsibilities
Duties/Responsibilities |
Support Tier 2's responsibilities to faculty, staff, and classroom IT support requests and resolution of new and unknown problems.
- Conduct root cause analysis on new and unknown problems.
- Develop workarounds or permanent solutions for problems.
- Develop documentation for resolved problems and train the Tier 1 team on how to respond to future incidents of this kind.
- Manage imaging processes for new and reassigned end-user computing devices.
- Manage software packaging and distribution processes.
- Administrate Enterprise Endpoint Software including InTune.
- Migrate all Endpoint Software to InTune including Avanti and JAMF.
- Respond to technical emergencies as needed.
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Percentage of time |
50 |
Duties/Responsibilities |
Responsible for functional success of endpoints regarding imaging, utility, and implementation in response to faculty, staff, and classroom IT demands.
- Lead compliance manager for endpoint security.
- Maintain and set image standards across Windows and Apple Devices.
- Optimize intake, imaging, and deployment processes.
- Maintain and deploy applications through Intune's company portal.
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Percentage of time |
30 |
Duties/Responsibilities |
Responsible for setting computational standards, minimums, and maintaining vendor relations for procurement.
* Maintain current standards for equipment ordered to meet college requirements.
* Communicate with vendors to maintain punchout options and discounts.
* Assist in orders involving complex machines outside the scope of punchout options or Tier 1. |
Percentage of time |
20 |
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