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Service Desk Student Technician (Finance)



Work Location: This is a hybrid position, applicants must be able to work remotely for scheduled phone shifts and on campus at the IT Walk-Up Desk in the USF Tampa Campus Library for scheduled walk-up shifts.

Hours: This is a parttime position for shifts scheduled specifically during weekends and nights. Shifts are three-hour blocks of time scheduled during these hours:

USF Spring and Fall Semesters (usually from late August to early May):

  • Saturday: 9am to 6pm
  • Sunday: 3pm to 12am
  • Monday to Thursday: 5pm to 2am

USF Summer Semesters (usually from early May to late August):
  • Saturday: 9am to 6pm
  • Sunday: 11am to 8pm
  • Monday to Thursday: 1pm to 10pm

Additional Information for Applicants:
  • Selected applicant must have a valid Florida Driver's License and have their own reliable transportation.
  • Average Number of Hours per Week: 18-24 hours per week
  • Schedule: Must have availability during the hours described above.

Organizational Summary:

Located in the vibrant and diverse Tampa Bay region of Florida's gulf coast, the University of South Florida (USF) is a Preeminent State Research University with campuses in Tampa, St. Petersburg and Sarasota-Manatee. Rated as one of the top places to live in the U.S., Tampa Bay offers a high quality of life, year-round sunshine, and easy access to top-rated entertainment. USF is one of the nation's largest public universities, serving more than 50,000 students with an annual budget of $1.8 billon. Over the past five years, USF has been the fastest-rising university in the nation, public or private, on the U.S. News and World Report's list of best universities, which it ranks as the 44 th best public university in America.

USF is proud to be an innovating partner within the Tampa Bay region, listed by Forbes as the top emerging tech city in the country.

USF Information Technology (USF IT) provides technology services and support for the University of South Florida. The IT team, led by the Vice President and CIO, provides the following services: Administrative Services, Client Support, Communication Services, Teaching and Learning, Analytics and Reporting, Mobile and Web Services, Consulting Services, Cybersecurity Service and Research Technologies. For more information, please visit: USF Information Technology

Additional Info for Applicants:

The selected candidate must have current work authorization in the United States. This position is not eligible for Visa Sponsorship.Minimum Qualifications:

Must be current USF student during the appointed semester, and meet the requirements of USF

Preferred Qualifications:

  • Windows 7 through 11 and Mac OSX experience
  • Basic computing experience in a formal or informal job capacity.
  • Mobile device experience including Apple and Android.
  • 1-year professional computing experience.
  • 1-year of customer service experience.
  • 1-years college experience.

Special Skills/Training:
  • Knowledge of principles and operation of computer systems and related peripheral equipment.
  • Ability to analyze and troubleshoot client issues via multiple contact methods.
  • Ability to learn and adapt to a dynamic technical environment.
  • Excellent time management skills.
  • Critical thinking and problem-solving skills.
  • Strong communication skills with fellow coworkers, management, and other groups within the USF Information Technology department.
  • Ability to function with a diverse team with a large workload.
Working at USF
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With approximately 16,000 employees, the University of South Florida is one of the largest employers in the Tampa Bay area. We are dedicated to cultivating a talented, engaged and driven workforce that strives to be bold. Employees excel in USF's rich academic environment, which fosters their development and advancement. In 2025, Forbes recognized USF as one of Florida's best large employers, ranked No. 1 among the state's 12 public universities. Our first-class benefits package includes medical, dental and life insurance plans, retirement plan options, employee and dependent tuition programs, generous leave, and hundreds of employee perks and discounts.
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About USF
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The University of South Florida is a top-ranked research university serving approximately 50,000 students from across the globe at campuses in Tampa, St. Petersburg, Sarasota-Manatee and USF Health. USF is recognized by U.S. News & World Report as a top 50 public university and the best value in Florida. U.S. News also ranks the USF Health Morsani College of Medicine as the No. 1 medical school in Florida and in the highest tier nationwide. USF is a member of the Association of American Universities (AAU), a group that includes only the top 3% of universities in the U.S. With an all-time high of $738 million in research funding in 2024 and as a top 20 public university for producing U.S. patents, USF uses innovation to transform lives and shape a better future. The university generates an annual economic impact of more than $6 billion. USF's Division I athletics teams compete in the American Athletic Conference. Learn more at www.usf.edu .
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Compliance and Federal Notices
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This position may be subject to a Level 1 or Level 2 criminal background check.
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Applicants have rights under Federal Employment Laws :
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Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA)
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Applicants for USF employment are entitled to request reasonable accommodation(s) in the application process. A request is to be made at least five (5) working days prior to the time the accommodation(s) is needed. Visit the Central Human Resources ADA Accommodations webpage for more information on requesting an accommodation during the application/interview process.DUTIES:

Please note that the following description of duties is not exhaustive:

  • Employee will provide technical support for hardware, software, and end user inquiries primarily via in-person interactions; phone, chat, and email interactions will be secondary.
  • Enter and update trouble tickets in the Desktop support database.
  • Create documentation on install processes, troubleshooting techniques and specific problem resolution for use by fellow co-workers.
  • Support academic system software residing on local user PC's, smart phones, tablets, servers, and networked devices.
  • Provide technical support to events held in the building.
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