Virginia Union University (VUU) was founded in 1865 in the heart of Richmond, VA. Over the past 161 years, the university has become a premier liberal arts urban institution of higher education and center of excellence for the preparation of students and the development of leaders for tomorrow’s world.
Job Purpose
Reporting to the Director of Client Services, the Instructional Technology Support Specialist provides frontline technology support to students, faculty, and staff. The position supports the Canvas learning management system (LMS) and classroom technology while handling day-to-day hardware, software, and HelpDesk requests as part of the Client Services team.
Duties and Responsibilities
- Provide first-level technical support to students, faculty, and staff for hardware, software, and connectivity issues, escalating complex issues as needed.
- Serve as secondary support for Canvas, working with the Senior Learning Systems Engineer to resolve LMS tickets.
- Support faculty and students in the use of Canvas, Microsoft 365, and other instructional tools.
- Assist with classroom presentation and AV technology in coordination with the Audio/Video Technician.
- Set up, configure, maintain, and perform minor repairs on computers, peripherals, and classroom/lab technology.
- Work with the HelpDesk to log, track, and resolve service requests, including tickets requiring hands-on resolution.
- Maintain inventory records of IT equipment and document resolutions for recurring issues.
- Assist with technology training, how-to guides, orientation sessions, and IT projects.
- Other duties as assigned.
Required Qualifications
- Two or more years of experience in technical support, help desk, or instructional technology support.
- Proficiency in Microsoft 365, Canvas, and Windows and macOS troubleshooting.
- Strong written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills.
- A collaborative, patient, and customer-focused mindset.
- Must be mobile throughout the campus and able to carry light equipment.
EDUCATION
Bachelor’s Degree in Instructional Technology, Information Technology, or a related field. CompTIA A+ or Network+ preferred.
Review of candidate materials will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled. Applications should include a resume with three references and a cover letter and should be emailed to [email protected]. Please call (804) 257-5841 with any questions.
The selected applicant may be required to submit to a background investigation. VUU is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We consider qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, disability, gender identity, protected veteran status, or other protected class.
Skills Required
- Two or more years of experience in technical support, help desk, or instructional technology support
- Proficiency with Microsoft 365
- Proficiency with Canvas
- Windows and macOS troubleshooting experience
- Strong written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills
- Collaborative, patient, and customer-focused mindset
- Ability to move throughout campus and carry light equipment
- Bachelor's degree in Instructional Technology, Information Technology, or a related field
- CompTIA A+ or Network+ certification
What We Do
Virginia Union University is a historically Black university founded to expand educational access for newly emancipated people. It provides comprehensive undergraduate liberal arts programs and graduate education for Christian ministries, alongside teaching, research, science, technology, continuing education, civic engagement, and international learning. Its mission emphasizes an intellectually challenging and spiritually enriching learning environment, moral development, and preparing scholars, leaders, and lifelong learners.
