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Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # IT Asset Management Specialist - **Company:** Kennesaw State University - **Location:** Kennesaw, GA, United States - **Experience:** Experienced - **Contract:** Permanent contract - **Skills:** Microsoft Excel, Data Analysis, Software Applications, Inventory Management Software, Mac OS 9, Microsoft Office, Information Technology, People Soft, Servicenow - **Published:** July 19, 2026 - **Apply:** https://www.indeed.com/viewjob?jk=30afdcf8d141fde2 ## About the Role Educational Requirements High School diploma or equivalent Other Required Qualifications Current, valid and unrestricted driver's license KSU forklift training within 30 days of employment KSU driving requirements for UITS vehicles (i.e., Box Truck) within 30 days of employment Required Experience Three (3) years of related information technology, warehouse, and/or asset management experience demonstrating a progression of increasing responsibility. Preferred Qualifications Preferred Educational Qualifications An undergraduate or advanced degree from an accredited institution of higher education in Information Technology, Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, or related field Preferred Experience Proven experience with an asset and inventory tracking systems (i.e., ServiceNow) Proven experience with an ordering system (i.e., PeopleSoft), Able to maintain professional and technical knowledge by attending educational workshops, reviewing professional publications, and establishing personal networks Able to operate powered pallet jacks and/or forklifts Able to troubleshoot and/or install basic Audio/Visual equipment Able to identify and articulate process improvements for asset tracking and warehouse inventory Able to act as a customer advocate to continuously improve process responsiveness and customer service Able to coordinate and direct multiple teams Able to forecast future inventory requirements Able to achieve goals in a timely manner while providing excellent customer service Able to solve problems while ensuring compliancy rules and directives are followed while maintaining positive working relationships Able to anticipate problems and proactively develop appropriate solutions Able to appropriately assess and communicate risks, benefits, and alternatives Able to handle multiple tasks at one time meeting assigned deadlines Able to interface appropriately and professionally with students, faculty, staff, and grant sponsors, Self-starter with strong interpersonal, initiative, teamwork, problem solving, organization, communication (verbal and written), time management, and relationship building, along with an ability to translate between technical and functional teams Proficient with computer applications (Microsoft Excel an absolute) and programs associated with the position (i.e., Microsoft Office suite, ServiceNow, Peoplesoft) Strong attention to detail and follow up skills Strong customer service skills and phone and e-mail etiquette ## Description Ensures sufficient inventory levels to meet customer demand while tracking to reduce losses and inefficiencies. Accountable for the day-to-day maintaining, receiving, tracking and coordinating assets and consumables housed within the UITS warehouses and stockrooms. Provides governance of the data maintained for assets and consumables processed through the University Information Technology System department for KSU use. Involves several inventory control processes to count, examine, move, order, and dispose of stock as needed. Responsible for testing and verifying that technology equipment is in working order before final processing for use at KSU. Has an influential role in inventory planning and strategy., 1. Maintains receiving, warehousing, and supports distribution operations by initiating, coordinating, and enforcing processes and procedures 2. Organizes and maintains technology equipment stored in warehouses and stockrooms 3. Maintains accurate records of all IT assets and respective locations 4. Pulls stock and/or new items to stage the parts list for upcoming installations 5. Conducts regular physical inventory counts and reconcile discrepancies with IT records 6. Controls inventory levels by enforcing the use of standard processes, conducting physical counts, and supporting technology audits 7. Responsible for developing the list and quantities for stock items and consumables ordered 8. Ensures assets are properly maintained and tracked in the UITS IT asset and inventory management system 9. Receives and evaluates new and returned technology equipment, assigns asset tags as required, tests for damage and proper operation, and ensures all equipment is updated in the UITS IT inventory and asset management system 10. Engages with other technology staff to address KSU needs while ensuring governance of processes and data for all assets and consumables 11. Uses analytical skills, creates system reports, monitors system output, and updates data to resolve issues and maintain accuracy of data 12. Develops data queries, system reports, and/or analytical dashboards that meets the needs of the department to analyze data to identify trends, gaps, and opportunities for improvement in inventory management 13. Uses analytical skills to monitor system output and update data to resolve issues and maintain accuracy of data 14. Files various asset and inventory documents in accordance with IT Operation's processes and policies 15. Manages assigned IT warehouses and stockrooms and responsible for the inventory of IT equipment, including receiving, processing, and tracking of IT assets 16. Makes recommendations for updates and/or modifications to the IT inventory management policies and procedures, including asset tracking through surplus disposal, and ensures adherence to these policies and procedures 17. Works closely with IT teams to coordinate the movement of IT assets and ensures the availability of inventory 18. Participates on inventory process improvement teams and identifies improvement opportunities for potential integration into supply chain and inventory strategies 19. Leads and contributes to various projects to improve processes and flow of assets and consumables 20. Processes and maintains weekly equipment surplus, adhering to USG and DOAS procedures on removing university technology, maintaining accurate records of each transaction in the UITS IT asset management system 21. Collaborates with cross-functional teams to identify and implement process improvements related to IT inventory management 22. May be responsible for delivering items to campus locations, This position does not have any financial responsibilities. This position will be required to drive. This role is considered a position of trust. This position does not require a purchasing card (P-Card). This position may travel 1% - 24% of the time This position does not require security clearance. Background Check * Standard Enhanced * DMV * 9 Panel Lab Drug Test Per the University System of Georgia background check policy, all final candidates will be required to consent to a criminal background investigation. Final candidates may be asked to disclose criminal record history during the initial screening process and prior to a conditional offer of employment. Applicants for positions of trust with screening results which confirm a disqualifying criminal history will be immediately disqualified from employment eligibility. All applicants are required to include professional references as part of their application process. Some positions may require additional job-based screenings such as motor vehicle report, credit check, pre-employment drug screening and/or verification of academic credentials. https://www.usg.edu/hr/assets/hr/hrap_manual/HRAP_Background_Investigation_Employment.pdf ## Related Videos - [Remote Driving on Plant Grounds with State-of-the-Art Cloud Technologies](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/251-remote-driving-on-plant-grounds-with-state-of-the-art-cloud-technologies) - [Applying Agile Principles to Incident Management ](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/101-applying-agile-principles-to-incident-management) - [The Chief Joy Officer and Decoding Motivation@Work](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1501-the-chief-joy-officer-and-decoding-motivation-work) - [Robots are coming into the wild! 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