IT Specialist

Working closely with the Manager of Systems and Technology and the Associate Director of Undergraduate Admissions and Orientation, the IT Specialist serves as a key operational and technical contributor supporting admissions systems, data integrity, and process execution.

UMBC offers competitive compensation. This role starts at $53,000 and has over 4 weeks of vacation for regular full time roles. Tuition remission is also available.

A hybrid telework schedule may be available.

Working closely with the Manager of Systems and Technology and the Associate Director of Undergraduate Admissions and Orientation, the IT Specialist serves as a key operational and technical contributor supporting admissions systems, data integrity, and process execution. The IT Specialist performs bulk data uploads, data
corrections, duplicate resolution, account provisioning, report development, and data validation to ensure accuracy and compliance. The role participates in pre-production testing, peer review of changes, and error monitoring and
escalation, while maintaining process documentation and supporting staff training. The IT Specialist also supervises a team of student workers (IT Grit Guides), providing task assignment, oversight, training, and quality review to ensure
adherence to established procedures, data governance standards, security requirements, and operational continuity.

• Bachelor's Degree, preferably in information systems or a related field.
• Minimum of one (1) year of experience in a role with responsibilities that include data analysis, reporting, and responding to user inquiries related to system access and functionality.
• Demonstrated strong written and verbal communication skills.

• Experience in process documentation and end-user training.
• Experience working with PeopleSoft Student Administration.

A background check will be required.

Upload a cover letter and a resume.

UMBC offers a rich benefits package.

Regular and grant funded regular positions (Full benefits summary click here):

Generous Leave which includes accruing:

• 22 Days of Annual Leave
• 15 Days of Sick Leave
• 15 Holidays
• 3 Personal Days

Tuition Remission:

• 8 credit hours per semester
• Tuition remission at UMBC for eligible dependents after two years of FT employment

Additional Benefits:

• Life and disability insurance
• Retirement plans (including the choice of joining the pension plan)
• Professional development opportunities
• Wellness opportunities
• & Much more

Salary: $53,000-59,000 depending on qualifications and experience.

The salary of the finalist(s) selected for this role will be set based on a variety of factors, including but not limited to, internal equity, budget, prior experience, skills, knowledge, abilities, education, licensure and certifications, and other business considerations.

The above salary range represents the University’s good faith and reasonable estimate of the range of possible compensation at the time of posting.

Accommodation:

If you require a reasonable accommodation for a disability for any part of the employment process, please contact the Human Resources Department at 410-455-2337 or MD TTY Relay Service 1-800-735-2258 between 8:30 a.m. and 4:00 p.m. Monday through Friday.