Windows Scripting Specialist, College of Arts and Sciences

Posting Details

Position Information

Fiscal Year
2021-2022

Position Title
Windows Scripting Specialist, College of Arts and Sciences

Classification Title
Instructional Support Specialist

Department
CAS Administrative Operations

Posting Number
P220187

Posting Link https://www.ubjobs.buffalo.edu/postings/35156

Employer
State

Position Type

Professional Appointment Term
Term

Salary Grade
SL4

Posting Detail Information

Position Summary

The College of Arts and Sciences at the University at Buffalo is seeking a Windows Scripting Specialist . In this role you will works as part a team to provide scripting expertise, software packaging skills, imaging and end-user support for the Windows desktop and VMWare VDI environments. Core responsibilities will be focused on Windows desktop/server lifecycle support, scripting, and management of Windows 10/11 images and applications using SCCM . This position interfaces with University faculty, staff, business partners and students.
As the Windows Scripting Specialist, you will:

• Develop and script various tasks/routines that will be used for automation, provisioning in our desktop and VDI environments, Active Directory user management, SCCM common tasks, file permission compliance, asset management, and business queries.
• Carry out responsibilities for the entire desktop and server lifecycle – deploy, inventory, deliver, install, maintain/support, decommission and disposal.
• Perform day-to-day second and third level technical support. Provide Windows hardware, software, and network problem diagnosis/resolution for on-site and remote end users.
• Collaborate closely with the team to take shared responsibility for the overall duties and obligations, ensuring consistent application of CASet standards and best practices. Contribute cross-functionally with other University departments to represent CAS and CASet.
• Write, revise, and edit user and technical reference documentation. Research and translate technical information and procedures into documentation for non-technical and technical users. Maintain documentation quality and accuracy by evaluating and updating documentation as needed.
• Focus on professional development and maintain current technical expertise in the rapidly changing technology of microcomputers and their lifecycle management.

Outstanding Benefits Package
Working at UB comes with benefits that exceed salary alone. There are personal rewards including comprehensive health and retirement plan options. We also focus on creating and sustaining a healthy mix of work, personal and academic pursuit – all in an effort to support your work-life effectiveness. Visit our benefits website to learn about our benefit packages .

About The University at Buffalo
The University at Buffalo (UB) is one of America’s leading public research universities and a flagship of the State University of New York system, recognized for our excellence and our impact. UB is a premier, research-intensive public university dedicated to academic excellence. Our research, creative activity and people positively impact the world. Like the city we call home, UB is distinguished by a culture of resilient optimism, resourceful thinking and pragmatic dreaming that enables us to reach others every day. Visit our website to learn more about the University at Buffalo .

University at Buffalo is an affirmative action/equal opportunity employer and, in keeping with our commitment, welcomes all to apply including veterans and individuals with disabilities.

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Management Information Systems, Computer Science, or related discipline.
• 3 year’s experience in Windows scripting technologies (PowerShell, VB script, command line, etc.), Windows systems administration and systems implementation and in Active Directory administration and design.
• Proven experience with technical desktop support practices, successful SCCM image and package deployment.
• Experience supporting VDI /VMWare environment.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills to troubleshoot and resolve technical issues.
• Knowledge of internet, web, applications, and network security techniques.
• Understanding of TCP /IP, Routing, Switching, Firewalls, and other network functionality.
• Strong communication skills with the ability to clearly and concisely articulate ideas, solutions, etc.
• Proven ability to work independently with minor guidance.

Preferred Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in Windows systems administration and systems implementation and in Active Directory administration and design preferred.
• Understanding of higher education institutional, academic, and business interdependencies

Physical Demands

• Frequently moves computer equipment weighing up to 50 pounds across campus with the assistance of a dolly or cart.
• A valid driver’s license to operate a motor vehicle is required or candidate must otherwise demonstrate his/her capacity to meet the transportation requirements of the position.

Salary Range
$65,000 - $70,000

Type
Full-Time

Campus
North Campus

Posting Alerts

Special Instructions Summary

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Additional Information

Pursuant to Executive Order 161, no State entity, as defined by the Executive Order, is permitted to ask, or mandate, in any form, that an applicant for employment provide his or her current compensation, or any prior compensation history, until such time as the applicant is extended a conditional offer of employment with compensation. If such information has been requested from you before such time, please contact the Governor’s Office of Employee Relations at (518) 474-6988 or via email at info@goer.ny.gov.

Is a background check required for this posting?
No

Background Check Notification

Contact Information

Contact's Name
Nicole Hayden

Contact's Title
HR Specialist

Contact's Email
nhayden@buffalo.edu

Contact's Phone
716-645-0729

Posting Dates

Posted
05/24/2022

Deadline for Internal Applicants
06/07/2022

Deadline for External Applicants
Open Until Filled

Date to be filled
08/05/2022

References

Number of References Required
3

Reference Cutoff Date

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