Skip to main content

This job has expired

ServiceNow Systems Engineer



Position Details

Position Information

Requisition Number

S1856P

Home Org Name

Office of Information Technology

Division Name

Chief InfoOffice and InfoTechnology

Position Title

ServiceNow Systems Engineer

Job Class Code

MA14 D/E/F

Appointment Status

Full-time

Part-time FTE

Limited Term

No

Limited Term Length

Job Summary

The Office of Information Technology is seeking a knowledgeable ServiceNow Systems Engineer to help lead Auburn University as a ServiceNow front-runner in higher education. As a part of the ServiceNow team, this position is responsible for leveraging IT Service Management ( ITSM ), IT Operations Management, and IT best practices to help optimize the efficiency and effectiveness of University-related service fulfillment, resource management, and end-user engagement.

The professional in this position provides technical and service-related support for ServiceNow and plans, conducts, and supervises assignments of a complex nature that impact individual users and departments. The person in this position must possess and apply comprehensive IT knowledge, concepts, practices, procedures, and decision-making skills, as well as can troubleshoot and create documentation for complex assignments and projects. In addition to having high-level technical skills and leadership ability, the person in this position should be self-motivated, communicative, a life-long learner, and willing to work on a limited on-call rotation with other team members. No travel is required.

About Auburn: At Auburn, our work changes lives. Ranked by U.S. News and World Report as a premier public institution, Auburn University is dedicated to shaping the future of the people of Alabama, the nation, and the world through forward-thinking education, life-enhancing research, scholarship, and selfless service. Auburn is nationally recognized for its commitment to academic excellence, community outreach, positive work environment, student engagement, and thriving community.

Why employees choose Auburn: Auburn University was named by Forbes Magazine as one of the state of Alabama’s best employers, with employees staying an average of ten years. Employees enjoy competitive benefits that include top-notch health insurance, generous retirement plans, tuition assistance for employees and dependents, flexible spending accounts, and more!

Learn more about Auburn’s impact, generous employee benefits, and thriving community by visiting aub.ie/working-at-auburn .

Our Commitment: Auburn University is committed to a diverse and inclusive campus environment. Visit auburn.edu/inclusion to learn more about our commitment to expanding equity and inclusion for all.

Formal AU Title: Specialist, Information Technology (IV/V/VI)

Essential Functions

Essential functions include:
  • Work closely with team members and other stakeholders to maintain high levels of manageability, performance, security, upgradeability, and user experience of the ServiceNow platform, Service Portal, and MID servers.
  • Provide leadership in the efforts of configuration, change, workflows, and process management.
  • Using ITOM Visibility tools, account for, manage, and protect the integrity of Configuration Items through the service lifecycle.
  • Support efficient and effective service management processes by providing accurate configuration information to enable the administration to make information-based decisions.
Minimum Education and Experience

Education Level

High school diploma or equivalent for entry level

Field of Study

Years of Experience

5

Area of Experience

Information Technology experience specific to PAAS products similar to ServiceNow.

A Bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution may be considered in lieu of four years of experience when relevant.

Requirements for Additional Job Levels

The Level IV salaries are typically between $53K and $65K.

The Level V position requires a Bachelor’s degree and 4 years of relevant experience. Salaries are typically between $64K and $76K.

The Level VI position requires a Bachelor’s degree and 7 years of relevant experience. Salaries are typically between $73K and 86K.

Alternate Minimum Education and Experience (If available)

Education Level

Field of Study

Years of Experience

Area of Experience

Requirements for Additional Job Levels

Minimum Skills, License, and Certifications

Minimum Skills and Abilities
  • Extensive ServiceNow (or comparable PAAS product) development, configuration, and administration experience;
  • Experience managing assets, CIs, and CI relationships in a ServiceNow context;
  • Experience with project management;
  • Leadership ability;
  • Service-oriented attitude;
  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
The candidate must meet eligibility requirements for work in the U.S. by the employment date.

Minimum Technology Skills

Minimum License and Certifications

Desired Qualifications

Desired Qualifications
  • Bachelor’s Degree in Computer Science, Computer Information Systems, Computer Engineering, or related degree from an accredited institution
  • Experience with ServiceNow applications/modules, including but not limited to Incident Management, Problem Management, Change Management, Discovery, Service Mapping, Catalog Item creation with workflows, platform configuration and administration, Project and Portfolio Management, Asset Management, CMDB, 3rd party software integrations, Event Management, Human Resources, Virtual Agent, and Service Portal
  • Applies standard methodology, techniques, procedures, and criteria:

Common Service Data Model
ITIL v3/4 Certification
ServiceNow System Administrator Certification
  • Experience programming and development

Experience as a ServiceNow developer is highly desirable:
Web basic skills: HTML, JavaScript, XML
Scripting skills: JavaScript, Angular, Jelly
Integration skills: REST -based web services, SOAP, Hub Spokes
An understanding of web accessibility
Experience developing mobile web interfaces using Bootstrap
  • Ability to lead complex projects
  • Familiarity with university organization, methods, and procedure
Posting Detail Information

Salary Range

$45,100 - $99,600

Job Category

Information Systems/Technology

Working Hours if Non-Traditional

City position is located in:

Auburn

State position is located:

Alabama

List any hazardous conditions or physical demands required by this position

Posting Date

07/21/2022

Closing Date

EEO Statement

Auburn University is committed to an inclusive and diverse campus environment. Women, underrepresented groups, individuals with disabilities and veterans are encouraged to apply.

AUBURN UNIVERSITY IS AN AFFIRMATIVE ACTION / EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER . It is our policy to provide equal employment opportunities for all individuals without regard to race, sex, religion, color, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other classification protected by applicable law.

Special Instructions to Applicants

Quick Link for Internal Postings

https://www.auemployment.com/postings/31044
Documents Needed to Apply
Required Documents
  1. Resume
  2. Cover Letter
Optional Documents
  1. Letter of Recommendation
  2. Other
Supplemental Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

  1. * Please select how you first became aware of this opportunity. Your response helps us determine how we can more effectively reach our candidates.
    • LinkedIn
    • AcademicKeys
    • The Chronicle of Higher Education
    • DiversityJobs
    • HigherEdJobs
    • HERC (Higher Education Recruitment Consortium)
    • Indeed
    • RecruitMilitary
    • The Tuskegee News
    • Professional organization or journal
    • Veterans Assistance Services
    • Disability Assistance Services
    • State Employment Service
    • Social Media
    • AU Job Bulletin
    • Notified by an Auburn employee
    • College or university Career Services
    • I went to the AU Employment Website directly (www.auemployment.com)
    • Other
  2. * Do you have a high school diploma or equivalent?
    • Yes
    • No


Get job alerts

Create a job alert and receive personalized job recommendations straight to your inbox.

Create alert