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IT Technician III, UNLV Thomas and Mack - Computer Services Development [R0154247]

🇺🇸 Las Vegas, Nevada 🕑 Full-Time 💰 $53K 💻 Information Technology 🗓️ November 10th, 2026
Events Help Desk

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University of Nevada-Las Vegas is hiring an IT Technician III, UNLV Thomas and Mack - Computer Services Development [R0154247]. The role provides a broad range of IT support to UNLV athletics and special events staff, covering help desk, mainframe, server, and network support along with technology setup and monitoring at events. Because of the athletics and events business model, the technician works a variable schedule that can include evenings, weekends, and holidays.

Highlights
  • Provide help desk support to athletics and special events personnel on their technical needs and equipment usage.
  • Support the mainframe, server, and network systems that athletics and special events operations depend on.
  • Set up, monitor, and provide ongoing support for technology during special events.
  • Work a variable workweek that may include evenings, weekends, and holidays, driven by the athletics and events business model.
  • High school graduation or equivalent plus four years of experience with typical computer systems, operating systems, applications, and peripherals, including two years in an IT user support role.
  • Alternatively, one year of relevant experience as an IT Technician II in Nevada State service, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
  • Salary of $53,244 at Grade 30, Step 1, the typical starting step for classified positions under Nevada Administrative Code.
  • Classified, full-time position at 100% full-time equivalent, with a criminal background check possible for selected candidates.

IT Technician III, UNLV Thomas and Mack - Computer Services Development [R0154247] Full Description

Role of the Position
The purpose of this position is to provide a broad range of IT assistance to athletics and special events needs and personnel regarding technical needs and equipment usage. The duties include Help Desk Support, Mainframe and Server Support, Network, and Special event setup, monitoring and ongoing support during. In addition, due to the nature of the athletics/events business model, this position will be required to work a variable workweek schedule that may include evenings and weekends and holidays.

Minimum Qualifications
Graduation from high school or equivalent and four years of experience utilizing the fundamentals of typical computer systems, operating systems, applications, and peripherals, two years of which must have included IT work experience in a user support role; OR one year of relevant experience as an IT Technician II in Nevada State service; OR an equivalent combination of education and experience as described above.
Commitment to Diversity
The successful candidate will demonstrate support for diversity, equity and inclusiveness as well as participate in maintaining a respectful, positive work environment.
Salary
Grade 30, Step 1, salary $53,244. "Step" means the number assigned by the Division of Human Resource Management to identify a specific rate of pay within a grade. Per Nevada Administrative Code (NAC 284.170), salaries for initial appointments for classified positions typically begin at Step 1.
Benefits of Working at UNLV
  • Generous compensation packages, separate paid time off for annual and sick leave, and holidays
  • Excellent health insurance including medical, dental, and vision
  • No state income tax
  • Comprehensive retirement plans and voluntary benefits programs
  • Tuition discounts at Nevada System of Higher Education (NSHE) schools
  • Tuition discounts for spouses, domestic partners, and dependents
Perks
  • Flexible work schedule (depending on your department)
  • Employee recognition and appreciation programs
  • Personal and professional development opportunities
  • UNLV athletics ticket discounts
  • Employee discount at UNLV’s Student Wellness Recreation Center
  • Statewide employee purchase program discounts
  • RebelCard discounts on and off campus
  • Wellness programming for all UNLV faculty and staff at no cost
How to Apply
Submit a letter of interest (cover letter) and a detailed resume listing qualifications and experience. If you are a veteran, please attach your DD-214 or other applicable official documentation to your application as evidence of Veterans or Disabled Veteran’s status. Attach ALL documents in the CV/Resume attachment section when applying.
Applicants should fully describe their qualifications and experience, with specific reference to each of the minimum and preferred qualifications because this is the information on which the initial review of materials will be based. The resume must have a detailed description of the major duties that you performed as a part of each job; applicants must demonstrate that they qualify for this position. Education (including High School) and experience must be clearly documented.
Additional Information
  • Job category: Classified; Exempt: No; Full-Time Equivalent: 100.0%
  • This position may require that a criminal background check be conducted on the candidate(s) selected for hire.
  • For positions that require driving, evidence of a valid driver's license will be required at the time of employment and as a condition of continued employment.
  • NSHE employees are required to participate in a mandatory retirement plan in lieu of Social Security.
UNLV is committed to providing a place of work and learning free of discrimination on the basis of a person’s age (40 or older), disability, gender, military status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetic information, national origin, race, color, or religion.