Apprentice - IT Inventory

The Apprentice assists in providing a high level of technical support for their assigned business unit. This includes understanding and documenting the business processes, reporting and analysis of data, working on projects, improving business processes using available tools, and more. ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS AND RESPONSIBILITIES Assists the department he or she is assigned to with technical issues. Works on tasks as assigned by leadership. Assists their team in streamlining business processes using new or current technology. Documents business processes, reviews inefficiencies, and makes recommendations for improvement to supervisor. Learns University systems and data sets in order to accurately extract information from those systems. Adheres to Liberty University policies, representing the University in an exemplary and professional manner. Works effectively as a team member, embracing and fostering LU’s Christian model and Mission – Training Champions for Christ. IT Inventory Apprentice Assist with inventory audits and reconciliations Receiving and tracking IT orders throughout the deployment process. Organization of inventory and surplus equipment. Assist in documenting retirement, wiping, and sale of surplus equipment Working with vendors to provide customers with product quotes. SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES None QUALIFICATIONS AND CREDENTIALS Education and Experience Working on a Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, or a related field is preferred. IT Inventory Apprentice Candidates for this position should have some previous experience installing and troubleshooting computer components (hardware and software). ABILITIES AND COMPETENCIES ESSENTIAL TO THE FUNCTION OF THE JOB Communication and Comprehension Ability to effectively communicate both verbally and in writing. Proficiency in understanding, speaking, reading, and writing English to support professional correspondence and collaboration. Strong interpersonal and public communication skills to represent Liberty University in a professional manner. Strong organizational skills. Problem Solving Strong analytical and critical thinking skills; ability to assess situations, evaluate information, and solve both routine and complex problems using sound judgment. Physical and Sensory Abilities Frequently required to perform desk-based work, including computer use and data entry. Ability to communicate effectively in meetings and collaborative settings, with or without reasonable accommodation. WORKING CONDITIONS Work Environment On-Camps Driving Requirements If the employee is required to travel in performing the duties and responsibilities of the position, the use of one’s personal vehicle (or LU vehicles) may be required for travel. Proof of a valid driver’s license, an acceptable DMV record, LU Driving Approval, and liability insurance is required when driving in the performance of the employee’s position. Time Type Full time Location Onsite Pay Range Compensation is determined based on factors such as qualifications, experience, education, skills, and certifications, along with University needs and external market conditions. Market benchmarks may be used, as appropriate, in combination with internal equity to ensure pay is fair and aligned with the broader compensation structure. The position may also be eligible for comprehensive benefits , including health insurance, retirement plans, and tuition assistance. $12.77 - $19.23 The University is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We believe it is our moral and legal obligation to meet the responsibility of ensuring that all management practices regarding employees are conducted in a nondiscriminatory manner. In compliance with Title VII of the 1964 Civil Rights Act, and other applicable federal and state statutes, all recruiting, hiring, training, and promoting for all job classifications will be administered without regard to race, color, ancestry, age, sex, national origin, pregnancy or childbirth, disability, military veteran status or other applicable status protected by law, including state of employment protected classes. It is, therefore, our policy and intention to evaluate all employees and prospective employees strictly according to the requirements of the job. All personnel related activities such as compensation, benefits, transfers, job classification, assignments, working conditions, educational assistance, terminations, layoffs, and return from layoffs, and all other terms, conditions and privileges of employment will be administered without regard to race, color, ancestry, age, sex, national origin, pregnancy or childbirth, disability, military veteran status or other applicable status protected by law, including all applicable state of employment protected classes. The University is a Christian religious-affiliated organization; and as such, is not subject to religious discrimination requirements. The University’s hiring practices and EEO discrimination practices are in full compliance with both federal and state law. Federal law creates an exception to the “religion” component of the employment discrimination laws for religious organizations (including educational institutions), and permits them to give employment practice preference to members of their own religious beliefs.