IT Systems Configuration & Programming Specialist

University of Texas at Arlington, United States

Updated: 16 days ago
Location: Arlington, TEXAS
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Position Information


Posting Number S05384P
Position Title IT Systems Configuration & Programming Specialist
Department OIT System Operations
Location Arlington
Job Family Information Technology
Position Status Full-time
Work Hours Standard
Work Schedule
Monday through Friday 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM.
Open to External and Internal
Salary Salary is commensurate based on qualifications and relevant experience.
Duration Funding expected to continue
Pay Basis Monthly
Benefits Eligible Yes
Benefits at UTA
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University Information
The University of Texas at Arlington is located in the heart of the Dallas-Fort Worth-Arlington metroplex, a vibrant and diverse metropolitan area that is home to over 7 million people, one of the fastest-growing tech economies in the United States, and a wide array of arts, entertainment, and cultural activities. UTA is a comprehensive teaching, research, and public service institution dedicated to the advancement of knowledge through scholarship and creative work. The University is committed to providing access and ensuring student success, and to a culture of innovation, entrepreneurship, and commercialization of discoveries by our community of scholars. With an enrollment of more than 40,000 students, UTA is the second largest in the University of Texas System. As a result of its combination of rigorous academics and innovative research, UTA is designated as a Carnegie R-1 “Very High Research Activity” institution. UTA ranks No. 4 nationally in Military Times’ annual “Best for Vets: Colleges” list and is among the top 30 performers nationwide for promoting social mobility of its graduates (U.S. News & World Report, 2023). UTA is designated by the U.S. Department of Education as both a Hispanic-Serving Institution (HSI) and an Asian American and Native American Pacific Islander-Serving Institution (AANAPISI), and it has one of the top 5 most ethnically diverse undergraduate student bodies in the United States (U.S. News & World Report, 2023). Its approximately 270,000 alumni, including some who occupy leadership positions at many of the 24 Fortune 500 companies headquartered in North Texas, contribute to UTA’s $22.2 billion annual economic impact on Texas.
Furthermore, UTA is poised to experience widespread growth in the near future. The university recently launched the first phase of its RISE 100 initiative aimed at recruiting 100 new tenure-system faculty to amplify research standing and position UTA as a leader in key scholarly areas; more details are available at https://www.uta.edu/administration/president/strategic-plan/rise100 . The successful candidate for this position will have the opportunity to join UTA during an exciting period of growth and contribute as the university broadens its impact.
Job Summary
Works closely with customers, business analysts, team members, and vendors to provide full life-cycle management, including planning, designing, configuring, documenting, testing, implementing, maintaining, supporting, and retiring, of quality technical solutions and software applications that meet business and organizational standards, constraints, and requirements.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
  • Device Application and Service Management.
  • Incident response and support.
  • Communication and Collaboration.
Required Qualifications
  • High School diploma with one (1) of any IT experience.
Preferred Qualifications
Don’t meet every single qualification exactly? At our organization, we are dedicated to building a diverse, inclusive and authentic workplace, so if you’re excited about this role and think your past experience may not align perfectly, we encourage you to apply anyway. You may be just the right candidate for this or other roles!
  • Associate degree with coursework in computing or information systems.
  • Additionally, experience in any of the following: configuration management, change management, process improvements, databases, projects, and certifications in applicable technologies or methodologies. (details below)
    • Configuration Management: Identifying, tracking, and controlling information technology systems at scale.
    • Change Management: Knowledge of software updates, deployments, allowing transitions without disruptions.
    • Process Improvement: Experience optimizing processes, and continuous improvement methodologies.
    • Database Management: Basic understanding of databases and how they interact with system configurations.
    • Project Management: Basic project management skills. Ability to organize tasks, meet deadlines, and coordinate changes effectively.
    • ITIL (Information Technology Infrastructure Library): Familiarity with ITIL principles, especially related to configuration management.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
  • Knowledge of principles of computing, communications, networks, hardware, software including operating systems.
  • Ability to install, configure, integrate, and manage software application in an enterprise environment.
  • Solid skill in analyzing and solving complex computing problems.
  • Prior experience with specific systems, equipment and software may be specified as needed by position available.
  • Excellent communication skills and ability to motivate others.
  • Good understanding of business processes and related information management issues.
  • Ability to explain technical matters to non-technical people.
  • Self-motivated with the ability to work with little or no supervision.
  • Open and communitive nature with a willingness to collaborate with teammates.
  • A capacity to learn technical solutions and processes.
  • Customer focused mentality that fosters outcomes that meet the business needs.
Other Requirements
All Information Technology staff – regardless of their unique position – are expected to perform their assigned duties in a manner consistent with professional standards, with full awareness of responsibilities toward managing personal and institutional data, with priority regard to delivering customer service, with an understanding of the 24/7 nature of IT and the responsibilities that creates for them as individuals, and in a constructive and effective collaboration with colleagues.
Working Conditions
Special Conditions for Eligibility
CBC Requirement
It is the policy of The University of Texas at Arlington to conduct a criminal background check on any applicant who is under final consideration for employment with the University.
EEO Statement
It is the policy of The University of Texas at Arlington (UTA or The University) to provide an educational and working environment that provides equal opportunity to all members of the University community. In accordance with federal and state law, the University prohibits unlawful discrimination, including harassment, on the basis of race, color, national origin, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, pregnancy, disability, genetic information, and/or veteran status. The University also prohibits discrimination on the basis of gender identity, and gender expression. Retaliation against persons who oppose a discriminatory practice, file a charge of discrimination, or testify for, assist in, or participate in an investigative proceeding relating to discrimination is prohibited. Constitutionally-protected expression will not be considered discrimination or harassment under this policy. It is the responsibility of all departments, employees, and students to ensure the University’s compliance with this policy.
ADA Accommodations
The University of Texas at Arlington is committed to providing reasonable accommodation to individuals with disabilities. If you require reasonable accommodation in completing this application, interviewing or otherwise participating in the employee selection process, please direct your inquiries to 817-272-5554 or email [email protected] .


Posting Detail Information


Number of Vacancies 1
Open Until Filled
Minimum Number of References Required 3
Maximum Number of References Accepted 3
Special Instructions to Applicants
Applicants must include in their online resume the following information: 1) Employment history: name of company, period employed (from month/year to month/year), job title, summary of job duties and 2) Education: school name, degree type, and major.

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