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Computer Services Assistant
- 511053
- Stoneville, MS
- Mississippi - Not located on main campus
- 013200 - Delta Research and Extension Center
- Professional
- Full-Time 12-Month
- Opening on: Aug 11 2026
Position Function:
The primary duties of this position include providing computer, programming, and system support within the Delta Research and Extension Center.
Salary Grade: 14
Please see Staff Compensation Structure or Skilled Crafts and Service Maintenance Compensation Schedule for salary ranges. For salary grade UC, these positions are "Unclassified" and salary ranges are determined by the hiring department.
Department Profile:
This position will be located at the Delta Research and Extension Center in Stoneville, MS.
Anticipated Appointment Date:
September 2026.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
1. Acquire knowledge of advancement software applications, programming procedures, and standards.
2. Perform general application administration and access management tasks. This involves answering questions regarding the use and configuration of systems and creating/managing/deleting user accounts for these systems
3. Design, code, and test applications software processes and reports, as well as modify existing applications to reflect changes in system requirements or hardware configuration.
4. Provide technical setup, support, and diagnostics on information technology related hardware including computers, smartphones, tablets, printers, tablets, and scanners. Provides coordination with secondary support if needed.
5. Prepare and maintain documentation to manage development, revisions, and end user utilization for systems and software utilized by the division.
6. Performs related duties assigned.
Minimum Qualifications:
Education: Bachelor’s degree with focus in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, or related field.
Experience: 1 year of experience similar to duties described.
Substitution allowed: Any equivalent combination of related experience and/or education approved by the Department of Human Resources Management.
Preferred Qualifications:
2 Years related work experience.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
• Excellent interpersonal, oral, written, and customer service skills.
• Ability to concentrate/focus for long periods of time.
• Ability to handle multiple tasks throughout the day.
• Highly self-motivated and organized.
• Excellent in teaching others how to use information technology.
• Strong desire to learn new technologies.
• Experience with installation and support of PC and/or Macintosh OS/application software.
• Ability to diagnose and resolve hardware and software issues on computers and audio/video equipment.
Working Conditions and Physical Effort
• Work is normally performed in a typical interior/office work environment.
• No or very limited exposure to physical risk.
• No or very limited physical effort required.
Instructions for Applying:
Link to apply: http://explore.msujobs.msstate.edu/
All applicants must apply online at www.msujobs.msstate.edu and submit an application and resume.
Screening Date:
August 25, 2026, until filled.
Equal Employment Opportunity Statement:
Mississippi State University is an equal opportunity institution. Discrimination is prohibited in university employment, programs or activities based on race, color, ethnicity, sex, pregnancy, religion, national origin, disability, age, sexual orientation, genetic information, status as a U.S. veteran, or any other status to the extent protected by applicable law. Questions about equal opportunity programs or compliance should be directed to the Office of Civil Rights Compliance, 231 Famous Maroon Band Street, P.O. 6044, Mississippi State, MS 39762, (662) 325-5839.
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