Information Technology Consultant

Information Technology Consultant

(Technology Support Specialist I)

Compensation and Benefits

Anticipated Hiring Salary Range : $4595 - $5073 per month

Full CSU Classification Salary Range : $4595 -$6694 per month

• This is a full-time (equivalent to 40 hours per week) probationary non-exempt position.

The CSU system provides a comprehensive benefit package that includes medical dental and vision plans membership in the California Public Employees Retirement System (CalPERS) sick and vacation time and 15 paid holidays a year. Eligible employees are also able to participate in the fee waiver education program. A summary of benefit information can be found here.

Job Summary

Each Technology Support Specialist - Level 1 (TSS-1) is typically an entry-level professional who utilizes an understanding of information technology principles and the application of maintenance and troubleshooting practices to resolve technology support issues. Normally operates under established guidelines to deliver day-to-day objectives or narrowly defined components of projects. The position works closely with other Technology Support Specialists (TSS) and provides tiers 1 & 2 support to faculty staff and students for a college school or division as directed. TSS-1 assists the Lead TSS in on-site support and responds to the end-user IT service needs of faculty staff and students. The TSS-1 works in conjunction with the Technology Services Service Desk and second-level support teams to meet these needs in the most effective manner. The TSS-1 works under the general direction of the Manager of Technology Support Services and may also receive direction from a Lead IT Liaison. The TSS-1 shall work directly with the Lead TSS to gain the knowledge skills abilities and experience needed to be fully proficient in performing most or all the duties in the area they are assigned. The goal of the TSS-1 is to gain knowledge skills and abilities like those of the TSS-2.

TSS-1 provides first contact resolution on-site support and works with the response of central IT resources and Lead TSS to meet the IT needs of colleges schools and divisions. These staff members serve as technical support to faculty and staff on software and hardware relevant to the specific mission of the organizations they serve. TSS-1 will seek to deliver IT services in a manner aligned with the priorities and practices of the colleges schools and divisions they serve with best practices defined by Technology Services in conjunction with the Technology Services strategic plan and university strategic plan.

TSS-1 works both as members of a team supporting the colleges schools and divisions and performs work identified and outlined by Lead TSS. They participate with colleagues in defining best practices and use centrally-provided tools and procedures to improve the efficiency and effectiveness of IT service delivery.

The TSS-1 employee shall allocate priority and time to the duties defined below based upon direction from their lead or manager to whom this employee reports. The Lead TSS will communicate these priorities and time allocation daily weekly or monthly whatever is deemed appropriate by the ITL.

Key Qualifications

Service management tools for tracking Incidents Service Requests Problems and Changes.

Strong customer service skills and proactive customer-focused attitude.

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Education and Experience

Preferred Knowledge Skills or Abilities :

3 years experience in a customer support environment supporting technical services for a large organization.

Systems design and technology integration techniques.

Demonstrated ability to apply consulting skills to assess user needs and provide appropriate solutions in cooperation with colleagues to resolve user problems and meet discipline-specific needs.

Department Summary

Technology Services is dedicated to providing a broad range of technology-based planning resources and services to the students faculty and staff of California State University Fresno. Technology Services will be a leader in providing effective technology and quality services and support that are integrated into the daily activities of the university community advance teaching and learning enhance productivity and safeguard information.

Deadline & Application Instructions

Applications received by January 4 2026 will be given full consideration by the search committee.

Please click Apply Now to complete the employment application for California State University Fresno. Interested applicants must complete the application and attach the following : 1) their most recent resumé / vitae 2) a cover letter that addresses their specific qualifications and interest and 3) contact information for three professional references.

Fresno State

California State University Fresno is one of 23 campuses in the California State University System. The Universitys mission is to boldly educate and empower students for success through our values of Discovery Diversity and Distinction. The current student population is more than 25000 including a large percentage of students with diverse and culturally rich backgrounds. The University serves the San Joaquin Valley while maintaining deep involvement with the state nation and across the globe.

Metropolitan Fresno with a multi-ethnic population of over 527000 is located in the heart of the San Joaquin Valley. The campus is within driving distance of Yosemite Kings Canyon and Sequoia National Parks San Francisco Los Angeles the Monterey Peninsula beaches sailing lakes and numerous ski resorts. Fresno boasts one of the most reasonable housing markets in California and offers a wide array of locally grown fruits and produce.

Equal Employment Opportunity Information

California State University Fresno is committed to maintaining and implementing employment policies and procedures in compliance with applicable state and federal equal employment opportunity laws and Orders 1096 and 1097 prohibit discrimination harassment and retaliationon the basis of a protected status : race color religion national origin ancestry age sex (including gender identity) sexual orientation marital status pregnancy mental disability physical disability medical condition and covered veteran status. Fresno States commitment to diversity informs our efforts in recruitment hiring and retention. We are proud to be an affirmative action and equal opportunity employer.

COVID19 Vaccination Policy

Per the CSU COVID-19 Vaccination Policy it is strongly recommended that all employees who are accessing office and campus facilities follow COVID-19 vaccine recommendations adopted by the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) and the California Department of Public Health (CDPH) applicable to their age medical condition and other relevant indications. Questions may be sent to .

Supplemental Information

Following a conditional offer of employment a background check (including a criminal records check) must be completed satisfactorily before any candidate may start work with California State University Fresno. Failure to satisfactorily complete the background check may result in the withdrawal of the offer of employment. Current employees who are offered positions on campus will be required to undergo a background check for any position where a background check is required by law or that Fresno State has identified as sensitive.

The person holding this position is considered a mandated reporter under the California Child Abuse and Neglect Reporting Act and is required to comply with the requirements set forth in CSU Executive Order 1083 as a condition of employment.

This position may be a designated position under the California State Universitys Conflict of Interest Code. This will require the filing of a Statement of Economic Interest on an annual basis and the completion of training within six (6) months of assuming office and every two (2) years thereafter.

Fresno State is a tobacco-free smoke-free and vapor-free campus.

Fresno State is not a sponsoring agency for staff or management positions. (e.g. H1-B Visas)

Required Experience :

Contract

Key Skills

Information Management,Information Systems,Community,Computer Hardware And Networking,Information Security

Employment Type : Full-Time

Experience : years

Vacancy : 1

Monthly Salary Salary : 4595 - 5073