NSKN0297643-0000
2024-02-12T00:00:00
2024-02-09T00:00:00
The position of Help Desk Specialist is a competitive Schenectady County Civil Service position. Candidates must be reachable on the current Civil Service List. If list is not available, this will be a provisional appointment and the successful candidate must take the SCCSC exam and be reachable. The Help Desk Specialist provides day-to-day consultation, training, instruction, trouble-shooting and communication to the personal computer user for hardware, software, network and related computer systems and peripheral devices; ensures their operation for individuals and groups of computer users; at times installs and configures systems; maintains hardware and software inventory and assist with acquisitions. The position is directly supervised by the Director of Technology Services. Does related work as required.ASSIGNMENT: Districtwide; 12 months per yearTYPICAL WORK ACTIVITIES:• Collects information from the department requesting computer support to determine current operation and identifying the basic requirements;• Provide first level support for incoming technical support issues (in person, via email or over the phone) related to computer systems, hardware and software;• Troubleshoot, document issues appropriately route issues which need next level support;• Following up with users to ensure full resolution of issues;• Assistance with purchasing, working with vendors and filing necessary paperwork;• Conduct hands-on inventory of computer systems;• Responds to user problems and questions on system and software operational problems.QUALIFICATIONS:FULL PERFORMANCE KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, ABILITIES AND PERSONAL CHARACTERISTICS:• Basic knowledge of computer networking and working knowledge of computer operating systems (Windows 7, 8, 10, OS X);• Working knowledge of computer productivity applications (MS Office, Google Apps, etc.);• Excellent verbal and written communication skills;• Excellent interpersonal skills in order to work with both technical and nontechnical personnel at various levels in the organization, including computer technicians, administrators as well as students, staff and faculty;• Ability to work on a team and to establish and maintain effective working relationships.MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:A. Graduation from a New York State registered or regionally accredited college or university with an Associate’s degree and one (1) year experience in Information Technology or a closely related field ORB. Graduation from high school or possession of a high school equivalency diploma and two (2) years of experience in Information Technology or a closely related field ORC. An equivalent combination of training and experience as defined by the limits of (A) and (B).NOTE: Selected applicant will be subject to a fingerprint supported criminal history background check in accordance with SAVE Legislation effective July 1, 2001.
Technology
Niskayuna CSD
Capital
Hourly wage
Fixed