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Job Description
The University of Nevada, Las Vegas invites applications for
IT Supervisor – Student Help Desk, Information Technology [R0149245].
ROLE of the POSITION
The IT Supervisor - Student Help Desk reports directly to the IT Support Services Manager and is responsible for the strategic oversight and daily management of UNLV’s student-run help desk. This position ensures that student workers are effectively recruited, trained, and supervised to provide high-quality technical support to the campus community. The IT Supervisor will make recommendations on the selection, implementation, and maintenance of help desk technologies to ensure efficiency and responsiveness to student, faculty, and staff needs.
This position will serve as the primary liaison between the student help desk, UNLV Information Technology’s Tier 2 support, and the LMS support team, ensuring seamless escalation processes and collaborative troubleshooting. Additionally, the IT Supervisor - Student Help Desk will work closely with the Student Workforce Development Coordinator to align training and professional development initiatives for student workers.
Customer Service Expectations: This position is responsible for maintaining a customer-focused approach in all duties, ensuring professional, timely, and effective interactions with internal and external stakeholders. To provide excellent service the employee will: listen to customers and understand their needs; help customers solve problems; demonstrate an eagerness to help; exhibit a professional disposition; be approachable, respectful, and team-oriented; take ownership of inquiries and assignments; provide updates for customers; and be familiar with the basic operations of the university in order to understand customer needs better.
PROFILE of the OFFICE OF INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY
With a focus on excellent customer service, UNLV Information Technology (UNLV IT) provides a full range of IT services, from leadership and enterprise solutions to training and support, for our students, faculty, and staff.
As a partner in teaching, learning, research, and administration at a Top-Tier university, we are seeking team members who value innovation, collaboration, and excellence. We believe that every person brings unique experiences and perspectives that strengthen our team and help us serve UNLV’s broad community with empathy, which is a key to our success.
Applicants seeking a values-driven environment that celebrates individuality and that are committed to service are highly encouraged to apply.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
This position requires a Bachelor’s Degree from an accredited college or university as recognized by the United States Department of Education and/or the Council on Higher Education Accreditation (CHEA) and three (3) years of experience with IT support services, help desk operations, or technician programs. Credentials must be obtained prior to the employment start date.
ACCEPTED EQUIVALENCIES FOR DEGREE REQUIREMENT
UNLV may consider additional
relevant experience in place of formal education requirements: In lieu of a bachelor’s degree, applicants may qualify with four additional years of relevant experience, or with an associate's degree plus two additional years of relevant experience.
ADDITIONAL REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS
- Experience hiring and training student workers or entry-level employees
- Knowledge of IT service management tools and best practices
- Exceptional customer service skills with experience handling escalations and complex IT service requests
- Experience with ITSM platforms such as TeamDynamix, Jira, Footprints, or similar systems
- Familiarity with incident management procedures and best practices
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
- Experience working in a higher education environment is preferred
- Familiarity with student workforce development programs
- Experience implementing IT ticketing and workflow systems
- REBELearn (Saba-based) Department Administrator
- Experience with phone tree systems, queues, and working with telecommunications or other vendors to maintain reports or infrastructure
- Strong experience in IT communication strategies, including status page updates, and or knowledge base articles
- Valuable contributions to a STEM outreach initiative
- Administration of Learning Management Systems (LMS), particularly Canvas
- Initiated Cross Training efforts in a Help Desk environment
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, & ABILITIES
The incumbent must have specific knowledge, skills, and abilities in the following areas:
KNOWLEDGE
Required
- Strong understanding of IT help desk operations, service management, and support best practices.
- Technical expertise in troubleshooting hardware, software, and network-related issues.
- Familiarity with Learning Management Systems (LMS), particularly Canvas.
Preferred
- Knowledge of ITIL (Information Technology Infrastructure Library) frameworks and best practices.
- Understanding of cybersecurity principles and IT compliance standards.
- Familiarity with enterprise-level IT support environments and remote troubleshooting techniques.
- Knowledge of scripting or automation tools (e.g., PowerShell, Python) for IT support tasks.
- Awareness of accessibility standards and assistive technologies in IT support.
SKILLS
Required
- Experience with help desk ticketing systems and reporting tools.
- Experience with student employees or entry-level IT staff.
- Experience with data analysis and process improvement in IT support environments.
- Proficiency in scheduling and workforce planning, utilizing both manual scheduling methods and/or automated tools.
Preferred
- Experience with cloud-based IT service management tools (e.g., ServiceNow, Zendesk, Freshservice).
- Proficiency in data visualization tools (e.g., Power BI, Tableau) for IT performance metrics.
- Strong documentation and technical writing skills for creating knowledge base articles and training materials.
- Proficiency in conducting user experience (UX) testing and feedback collection to improve IT support services.
ABILITIES
Required
- Ability to develop and implement training programs for student workers.
- Strong customer service and communication skills.
- Ability to make technology recommendations and drive adoption of new support tools.
Preferred
- Ability to mentor and develop junior IT staff or student employees in a leadership capacity.
- Ability to manage IT projects, coordinate cross-functional teams, and drive initiatives to completion.
- Strong problem-solving and analytical thinking for identifying long-term IT support improvements.
COMMITMENT to CAMPUS VALUES
A successful candidate will contribute to a respectful, positive work environment. They will use our Campus Values to guide their decisions and actions and demonstrate our Rebel spirit.
SALARY
Salary range for this role is $80,200 to $85,100. Unable to offer more than stated salary range.
Benefits Of Working At Unlv
- Competitive total rewards package including:
- Paid time off, sick leave, and holidays
- Excellent health insurance including medical, dental and vision
- Comprehensive retirement plans and voluntary benefits programs
- No state income tax
- Tuition discounts at Nevada System of Higher Education (NSHE) schools
- Tuition discounts for spouses, domestic partners, and dependents
PERKS & PROGRAMS
- Employee recognition and appreciation programs
- UNLV athletics ticket discounts
- Statewide employee purchase program discounts
- RebelCard discounts on and off campus
- Wellness programming for all UNLV faculty and staff at no cost
- Opportunity for career advancements to leadership roles
- Connect with colleagues with shared interests
- Personal and professional development opportunities
- A comprehensive onboarding program, Rebels: Onboard
- Support and resources available for veteran applicants — contact vetjobseekers@unlv.edu or visit our UNLV Veterans Webpage.
How To Apply
Submit a letter of interest, a detailed resume listing qualifications and experience, and the names, addresses, and telephone numbers of at least three professional references who may be contacted. References will not be contacted until the search chair notifies you in advance.
Applicants should fully describe their qualifications and experience, with specific reference to each of the minimum and preferred qualifications because this is the information on which the initial review of materials will be based.
Although this position will remain open until filled, review of candidates’ materials will begin on
Monday, October 13, 2025.
Applications must be submitted electronically through Workday. Please note that emailed materials will not be accepted.
UNLV values the skills of those who have served. If you are a veteran or eligible family member, we encourage you to apply. Learn more about resources and support for veterans at the UNLV Veterans Webpage or contact vetjobseekers@unlv.edu for support.
For assistance with the application process,
please review the instructions on How to Apply. For further assistance, contact UNLV IT Human Resources at (702) 895-1806 or oithumanresources@unlv.edu.
SPECIAL INSTRUCTIONS FOR INTERNAL NSHE CANDIDATES
UNLV employees or employees within the Nevada System of Higher Education (NSHE) MUST use the “Find Jobs” process within Workday to find and apply for jobs at UNLV and other NSHE Institutions. Once you log into Workday, type "Find Jobs" in the search box which will navigate to the internal job posting site. Locate this specific job posting by typing the job requisition number,
“R0149245” in the search box.
If you complete an application outside of the internal application process,
your application will be returned and you will have to reapply as an internal applicant which may delay your application.
PROFILE of the UNIVERSITY
Founded in 1957, UNLV is a doctoral-degree-granting institution comprised of approximately 30,000 students and more than 3,600 faculty and staff. To date, UNLV has conferred more than 152,000 degrees, producing more than 130,000 alumni around the world. UNLV is classified by the Carnegie Foundation for the Advancement of Teaching as an R1 research university with very high research activity, and is a recipient of the Carnegie Classification for Community Engagement. The university is committed to recruiting and retaining top students and faculty, educating the region's diversifying population and workforce, driving economic activity through increased research and community partnerships, and creating an academic health center for Southern Nevada that includes the launch of a new UNLV School of Medicine. UNLV is located on a 332-acre main campus and two satellite campuses in Southern Nevada.
Here at UNLV, we have come together and created one of the most affirmative and dynamic academic environments in the country. UNLV sits in the top spot in U.S. News & World Report's annual listing of the nation's most diverse universities for undergraduates. The university has ranked in the top ten since the rankings debuted more than a decade ago. We continue to show our commitment to serving our wonderfully diverse population and building the future for Las Vegas and Nevada.
For more information, visit us online at: http://www.unlv.edu
EEO/AA STATEMENT
The University of Nevada - Las Vegas (UNLV) is committed to providing a place of work and learning free of discrimination on the basis of a person’s age (40 or older), disability, whether actual or perceived by others (including service-connected disabilities), gender (including pregnancy related conditions), military status or military obligations, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetic information, national origin, race (including hair texture and protected hairstyles such as natural hairstyles, afros, bantu knots, curls, braids, locks and twists), color, or religion (protected classes). Discrimination on the basis of a protected class, including unlawful harassment, which is a form of discrimination, is illegal under federal and state law. Where unlawful discrimination is found to have occurred, UNLV will act to stop the unlawful discrimination, to prevent its recurrence, to remedy its effects, and to discipline those responsible. Women, minorities, and veterans are encouraged to apply.
TITLE IX STATEMENT
The University of Nevada, Las Vegas, does not discriminate on the basis of sex in any education program or activity that it operates. Non-discrimination on the basis of sex is mandated by Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972 (20 U.S.C.
- 1681 et seq.) and the corresponding implementation regulations (34 C.F.R. Part 106). The University’s commitment to nondiscrimination in its education programs and activities extends to applicants for admission and employment. Inquiries concerning the application of these provisions may be referred to: Michelle Sposito, J.D., Title IX Coordinator, University of Nevada, Las Vegas, 4505 S. Maryland Parkway, Mail Stop 1062, Las Vegas, NV 89154-1062, Campus Services Building (CSB) Room 246, Telephone: (702) 895-4055; Email: titleixcoordinator@unlv.edu, or to The Assistant Secretary of the United States Department of Education, U.S. Department of Education, Office for Civil Rights, 400 Maryland Avenue, SW, Washington, D.C. 20202-1100; Telephone: 1-800-421-3481 FAX: 202-453-6012; TDD: 1-800-877-8339; Email: OCR@ed.gov; or to both.
Information pertaining to the University’s grievance procedures and grievance process, including how to report or file a complaint of sex discrimination, how to report or file a formal complaint of sexual harassment, and how the University will respond can be found online at the Office of Equal Employment & Title IX webpage.
SAFETY AND SECURITY STATEMENT
UNLV is committed to assisting all members of the UNLV community in providing for their own safety and security. The Annual Security Report and Annual Fire Safety Report compliance document is available online.
JOB CATEGORY
Administrative Faculty
Exempt
Yes
Full-Time Equivalent
100.0%
Required Attachment(s)
The following attachments are required for consideration:
- A letter of interest
- A detailed resume listing qualifications and experience
- The names, addresses, and telephone numbers of at least three (3) professional references who may be contacted. References will not be contacted until the search chair notifies you in advance.
Note, applicants should fully describe their qualifications and experience, with specific reference to each of the minimum and preferred qualifications because this is the information on which the initial review of materials will be based.
Posting Close Date
Note to Applicant
This position may require that a criminal background check be conducted on the candidate(s) selected for hire.
HR will attempt to verify academic credentials upon receipt of hiring documents. If the academic credentials cannot be verified, HR will notify the faculty member that an official transcript of their highest degree must be submitted within thirty days of the faculty member’s first day of employment.
References will be contacted at the appropriate phase of the recruitment process.
As part of the hiring process, applicants for positions in the Nevada System of Higher Education may be required to demonstrate the ability to perform job-related tasks.
For positions that require driving, evidence of a valid driver's license will be required at the time of employment and as a condition of continued employment.
All document(s) must be received on or before the closing date of the job announcements (if a closing date is provided).
Recruitments that provide a work schedule are subject to change based on organizational needs.
