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Student Technology Assistant (Tacoma)

Posted September 11, 2024
Closes October 6, 2024

The Position

Job Title: Student Technology Assistant
Location/Department: Tacoma Campus Library
Rate: $16.28
Hours: up to 19 hours per week
Positions available: 1
Date posted: September 11, 2024
Closing date: October 6, 2024
Start date: October 15, 2024 (negotiable)

Duties

  • Under the general supervision of the Head of Library Information Technology, assist and instruct Library patrons in the use of computer software and hardware. (For example: Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Acrobat, web editing , scanning, printing, and file transfer applications).
  • Assist in the maintenance of and re-imaging of computer workstations in the Learning Commons and all staff computers in the Library.
  • Provide in-person and telephone technical support for on and off-campus access to resources.
  • Provide in-person and telephone technical support for other Learning Commons computing needs such as assisting patrons with printing, computer logons, room reservations, and wi-fi logons.
  • Circulate and assist in the maintenance of circulating laptop computers and other technology checked out at the LARC service desk.
  • Other duties as assigned.

Required Qualifications

  • A strong commitment to providing high quality customer service.
  • Ability to learn new software and adapt to the changing needs of the UWT Library and Learning and Research Commons.
  • Able to communicate clearly both verbally and in writing.
  • Familiarity with Microsoft Office including, Word, Excel and PowerPoint.
  • A strong commitment to building an anti-racist, anti-oppression workplace.

Desired Qualifications

  • Demonstrated ability to troubleshoot computer hardware/software/connectivity problems.
  • Experience working independently and collaboratively to resolve issues and provide support.

Other Job Details

The Tacoma Campus Library features more than 150 computers, most with Microsoft Windows, Office, Internet access, and other programs and applications to support student and faculty research. In addition, there are multiple scanning workstations, several adaptive technology workstations, and a fee-based print service.

This position will work closely with Library and Teaching and Learning Center (TLC) staff to provide service in support of UW Tacoma student technology needs in the Snoqualmie and Tioga Library Building.

This position will be required to work on the Snoqualmie building front service desk and provide technology support and general help for our customers. Additionally, this position will be required to check out books and equipment using the Library’s circulation system. For questions about the job or your application contact Libraries HR at [email protected].

How to Apply

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Equal opportunity and accommodation information

University of Washington is an affirmative action and equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, age, protected veteran or disabled status, or genetic information. 

The University of Washington prohibits sex discrimination and sex-based harassment in any education program or activity that it operates. Individuals may report concerns, make complaints, or direct inquiries to the Title IX Coordinator. The notice of nondiscrimination is located at: uw.edu/titleix/title-ix-notice/.

The University of Washington is committed to providing access and reasonable accommodation in its services, programs, activities, education and employment for individuals with disabilities. To request disability accommodation in the application process, contact the Disability Services Office at least ten days in advance at: 206.543.6450/V, 206.543.6452/TTY, 206.685.7264 (FAX), or dso