IT Assistant

University of Georgia

University of Georgia

IT
USD 13-13 / hour
Posted on Jul 18, 2025

Posting Details

Position Details
Posting Number G/R30291P
Working Title IT Assistant
Department VPR-Center for Family Research
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
College/Unit/Department website cfr.uga.edu
Employment Type Employee
Additional Schedule Information
Advertised Salary $13/hr
Anticipated Start Date 08/13/2025
Posting Date 07/15/2025
Closing Date 08/13/2025
Open Until Filled No
Special Instructions to Applicants
Location of Vacancy Athens Area
EOO Statement
The University of Georgia is an Equal Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, color, disability, genetic information, national origin, race, religion, sex, or veteran status or other protected 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.
Duties/Responsibilities
Duties/Responsibilities
Primary duties include tier-1 technical support and maintenance for desktop, laptop computers, tablets, smartphones and other peripherals
Percentage of time 60
Duties/Responsibilities
Assistance on technical specification documents and IT property management


Percentage of time 10
Duties/Responsibilities

Assist in development or maintenance of relational databases such as MS Access, MySQL or MS SQL
Percentage of time 20
Duties/Responsibilities
Support development of tech-based research study components (e.g., research new technologies, help test new processes, etc.)

Percentage of time 10

Position Details

Position Information
Classification Title Work Study Student
FLSA Non-Exempt
UGA Job Code
FTE .50
Minimum Qualifications
Position Summary
The IT Assistant will work as part of the Center’s IT Unit. Most duties will involve basic tier-1 support in a Windows 11 environment (updates for devices, malware scans, troubleshooting, and new system set-ups) as well as help organizing and taking inventory of systems and equipment. Students may also have the opportunity to support work associated with programming measures and preparing tracking systems for research participants, depending on the activity of research studies. Students will cultivate relationships with research professionals and see how a research setting carries out daily work.
Relevant/Preferred Education, Experience, Licensure, Certification in Position
Knowledge, Skills, Abilities and/or Competencies
Physical Demands
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
Is driving a requirement 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
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.

Contact Information

Recruitment Contact
Contact Details
For questions concerning this position or recruitment progression, please refer to the Recruitment Contact listed below.
Recruitment Contact Name Tracy Anderson
Recruitment Contact Email tnander@uga.edu
Recruitment Contact Phone

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Applicant Documents

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  1. Resume/CV
  2. Cover Letter