Oregon State University · 1 day ago
IT Coordinator
Corvallis, OR
Full-time
Onsite
Entry, Mid Level
$66K/yr - $104K/yr
2+ years expOregon State University is seeking an IT Coordinator to support the Department of Public Safety by providing technical support and managing mission-critical systems. The role involves ensuring reliable and secure operation of public safety technologies while collaborating with various stakeholders to enhance service delivery across multiple locations.
EducationNon ProfitUniversities
Responsibilities
Serve as primary IT contact for DPS technology needs, providing Tier 1–3 troubleshooting and support
Maintain and support technologies such as body-worn cameras, digital evidence systems, mobile data terminals, dispatch/communication systems, public safety applications, and physical security hardware/software
Ensure systems remain operational, updated, secure, and compliant with DPS standards and IT policies
Respond to critical issues affecting officer operations and coordinate timely resolution with UIT and external vendors and service providers
Administer and configure public‐safety applications, access control interfaces, and integrated security systems
Manage system updates, testing, deployments, and documentation
Coordinate vendor support for upgrades, patches, and specialized troubleshooting
Maintain inventory of technology assets assigned to DPS, including hardware lifecycle planning
Ensure compliance with security standards and privacy requirements applicable to law enforcement data
Support configuration of access controls, user permissions, authentication, and audit processes
Manage and safeguard confidential data related to policing technologies and digital evidence
Partner with OSU-Cascades IT teams to support public-safety technologies at that location
Coordinate incident response, technology life-cycle planning, documentation standards, and shared vendor relationships affecting both campuses
Facilitate consistent security practices and technology operations across sites
Develop and maintain knowledge base articles specific to DPS IT operations
Advise DPS leadership on emerging technology needs, system enhancements, and operational efficiencies
Participate in IT projects related to public safety, including system replacements, new solution evaluation, and technology integration efforts
Contribute to business continuity, disaster recovery, and security planning specific to DPS
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, Cybersecurity, or a related field
Two or more years of experience providing technical support, systems administration, or IT coordination in a complex environment
Demonstrated experience supporting security-sensitive or mission-critical systems
Experience configuring, troubleshooting, or maintaining hardware/software in an enterprise environment
Ability to manage confidential and sensitive information with professionalism and discretion
Strong communication and collaboration skills, including ability to work with diverse technical and non-technical stakeholders
Ability to complete and maintain CJIS certification
Preferred
Experience supporting public safety, law enforcement, emergency services, or other high-security operational environments
Familiarity with CJIS Security Policy and related compliance frameworks
Experience with physical security systems, access control, digital evidence systems, communications platforms, security cameras, or mobile data technologies
Experience coordinating IT services across multiple sites or campuses
Experience working in higher education or within a distributed IT organizational model
Demonstrated commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion principles
Benefits
Medical, Dental, Vision and Basic Life. OSU pays 95% of premiums for you and your eligible dependents.
Free confidential mental health and emotional support services, and counseling resources.
Retirement savings paid by the university.
A generous paid leave package, including holidays, vacation and sick leave.
Tuition reduction benefits for you or your qualifying dependents at OSU or the additional six Oregon Public Universities.
Robust Work Life programs including Dual Career assistance resources, flexible work arrangements, a Family Resource Center, Affinity Groups and an Employee Assistance Program.
Optional lifestyle benefits such as pet, accident, and critical illness insurance, giving you peace of mind and the support you need to thrive in all aspects of your life.
Company
Oregon State University
Oregon State University is a public research university that offers various undergraduate and graduate programs across multiple fields.
1001-5000 employees
H1B Sponsorship
Oregon State University has a track record of offering H1B sponsorships. Please note that this does not
guarantee sponsorship for this specific role. Below presents additional info for your
reference. (Data Powered by US Department of Labor)
Distribution of Different Job Fields Receiving Sponsorship
Represents job field similar to this job
Trends of Total Sponsorships
2025 (146)
2024 (148)
2023 (91)
2022 (115)
2021 (72)
2020 (59)
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageTotal Funding
$94.53MKey Investors
U.S. Department of DefenseUS Department of EnergyNational Safety Council
2025-01-13Grant· $11.9M
2024-12-04Grant· $0.5M
2024-06-13Grant· $0.05M
Leadership Team
Mike Green
Vice President for Finance and Administration and Chief Financial Officer
Kimya Massey
Deputy Athletic Director/COO at Oregon State University Athletics
Recent News
Sports Business Journal
2025-12-16
Company data provided by crunchbase