Operations AssistantnnApply now ( Job no: 533945nnWork type: Staff Full-TimennLocation: Main Campus (Gainesville, FL)nnCategories: Office/Administrative/Fiscal Support, Veteran's Preference EligiblennDepartment: 14200800 - IT-AT LEARNING SPACES SUPPORTnnClassification Title:nnOperations AssistantnnJob Description:nnThe AV Design and Installation Services team designs, installs, programs, and supports AV systems for any UF college or department. AV systems are designed to customer needs and can range from simple digital signage or conference rooms to more complex curved video walls or broadcast-quality videoconferencing recording studios.nnThe Operations Assistant position leverages business operations skills and technical knowledge to enable the work of AV Design and Installation Services across campus. This position is a great opportunity for a detail-oriented individual to be part of a team that is providing tangible contributions to the University of Florida.nnSome key responsibilities and characteristics of this position are:nnFacilitate the acquisition of equipment needed for AV Installation projectsnnAssist with AV project pricing and closeoutnnAssist with the creation and maintenance of purchasing contracts for AV equipmentnnParticipate in project planning and schedulingnnTrack equipment inventory to ensure necessary equipment is in stock to complete projectsnnAbout UF Information TechnologynnUF Information Technology comprises eight departments reporting to the Vice President and Chief Information Officer: Academic Technology; Applications, Development, and Integrations; Business Center; Customer Experience and Resource Planning; Data Platform and Analytics; Information Security Office; Infrastructure and Communication Technology; and Research Computing. With established governance advisory committees and a set of well-defined, transparent processes aiding decision-making, UFIT strives to provide exceptional IT services in support of UF’s mission. For more information about UFIT and its goals and governance, visit more about UFIT at @GoGatorsUFIT.nnAbout the University of FloridannThe University of Florida (UF) is the state’s oldest, largest, and most comprehensive land grant university, with an enrollment of over 50,000 students and was ranked 6thin the country among public universities (US News and World Report 2023 rankings) and 1stamong public institutions in the Wall Street Journal 2023 survey. UF is in Gainesville, a city of approximately 150,000 residents in North-Central Florida, 50 miles from the Gulf of Mexico, 67 miles from the Atlantic Ocean, and within a 2-hour drive to large metropolitan areas (Orlando, Tampa, Jacksonville). The beautiful climate and extensive nearby parks and recreational areas afford year-round outdoor activities, including hiking, biking, and nature photography. UF’s large college sports programs, museums, and performing arts center support various activities and cultural events for residents to enjoy. Alachua County schools are highly rated and offer various programs, including magnet schools and an international baccalaureate program. Learn more about what Gainesville has to offer atVisit Gainesville ( .nnBenefits ( TEAMS employees accrue vacation leave at a rate of 6.769 hours biweekly/22 days annually and sick leave at 4 hours biweekly/13 days annually. In addition, employees are eligible for ten paid holidays each year.nnVacation-accruing TEAMS employees are eligible for four personal leave days/32 hours per year, assuming full-time status. These leave days may allow units to close from December 26 to 31, when possible, determined on a unit-by-unit basis.nnIn addition to paid time off, the University of Florida offers a very competitive benefits package.nnAchieving a top-6 public university ranking means we prioritize employing and working with people with various experiences, backgrounds, and perspectives to discover new ways to leverage technology for teaching, learning, research, and the business needs of a comprehensive land-grant institution.nnExpected Salary:nn$21.55 – $23.95; commensurate based on education and experience.nnMinimum Requirements:nnA high school diploma or equivalent and five years of appropriate experience. Appropriate college course work or vocational/technical training may substitute at an equivalent rate for the required experience.nnAppropriate college coursework or vocational/technical training may substitute at an equivalent rate for the required experience but does not negate the minimum degree requirement(s).nnPreferred Qualifications:nnExperience with UF or state purchasing requirementsnnExperience with inventory managementnnKnowledge of basic IT terminology and conceptsnnSpecial Instructions to Applicants:nnThis position requires US work authorization.nnA Criminal Background Screening is required. ( are required to submit the following with their application:nnCover LetternnResume or CVnnProfessional References (Minimum of 3)nnThe application must be submitted by 11:55 p.m. of the posting end date.nnThis position is eligible for veteran’s preference. If you are claiming veteran’s preference, please upload a copy of your DD 214 Member Copy 4 with your application for consideration. See ourVeteran's Preference Page ( for more specific information.nnHealth Assessment Required:YesnnAdvertised: 18 Nov 2024 Eastern Standard TimennApplications close: 02 Dec 2024 Eastern Standard Time