Help Desk Technician

Position Summary:
As a significant member of the Technology Division’s Client Services team, the Technical Client Service Specialist will serve as the first point of contact for technical support requests for district staff and students. This role is responsible for providing efficient, professional, and effective IT support by diagnosing and resolving basic to moderately complex technical issues via phone or remote connection. The Technical Client Service Specialist will assist in managing service requests, troubleshooting hardware and software issues, and escalating unresolved issues to the next level of support as necessary. An ideal candidate for this role possesses a blend of technical skills, customer service expertise, and an understanding of the unique challenges in an educational environment. Candidate should have solid foundational IT knowledge, software expertise, basic networking fundamentals, and previous help desk experience.

Minimum
Qualifications:?

• Bachelor’s degree in information technology, Business

Administration or related discipline.

• CompTIA A , Microsoft Certified: Fundamentals or

equivalent certifications preferred.

• Minimum of three (3) years' experience in a technical

support or help desk role, preferably in an educational environment.

Technical Skills:

• Basic knowledge of Windows and macOS operating systems,

• Familiarity with common software applications,

preferably all aspects of the Microsoft Office Suite,

• Understanding of network fundamentals, including Wi-Fi

connectivity and basic troubleshooting,

• Experience with remote desktop tools, call management

and helpdesk software.

Communication:

• Strong verbal and written communication skills, with

the ability to explain technical concepts to non-technical users clearly and
effectively.

• Ability to accurately document service requests,

troubleshooting steps, and resolutions in the helpdesk system.

Physical
Requirements:

• Ability to sit for extended periods while working on a

computer.

• Occasional lifting and transporting of moderately

heavy objects, such as computers and peripherals.

Essential
Functions:?

1. First Point of Contact: Respond to incoming calls,
helpdesk tickets and remote support requests for service from district staff and
students, providing timely and courteous assistance.

2. Phone and Remote Support: Utilize phone and remote
support tools to diagnose and resolve Level 1/1.5 support issues efficiently,
including password resets, account lockouts, basic software troubleshooting,
and hardware peripherals setup and connectivity.

3. Issue Resolution: Diagnose and resolve Level 1/1.5 IT
support issues, ensuring a quick resolution or appropriate escalation.

4. Escalation: Accurately document issues and escalate
more complex problems to Level 2 or other specialized support teams, ensuring
smooth handoff and communication.

5. Documentation: Maintain detailed and accurate records
of support requests, troubleshooting steps, and resolutions in the helpdesk
system.

6. User Education: Provide clear, concise instructions
and training to users on common technical issues, empowering them to resolve
minor issues independently in the future.

7. System Monitoring: Assist in monitoring district-wide
IT systems and alerting appropriate teams when issues are detected.

8. Team Collaboration: Work closely with other IT teams
to share knowledge, troubleshoot complex issues, and contribute to continuous
improvement of support processes.

9. Customer Service: Maintain a high level of customer
service and professionalism when interacting with all users, including
students, staff, and administrators.

10. Performance Metrics: Achieve key performance metrics
while also meeting annual objectives focused on enhancing service efficiency,
improving customer engagement, and optimizing support operations.

11. Performs other duties as assigned by
supervisor.

Required
Skills

Bachelor’s degree
in information technology, Business Administration or related discipline.

Minimum of three
(3) years' experience in a technical support or help desk role, preferably in
an educational environment.

Preferred
Skills

CompTIA A ,
Microsoft Certified: Fundamentals or equivalent certifications preferred.

Pay: $23.00 - $26.00 per hour

Application Question(s):

• Do you have experience with network fundamentals, including Wi-Fi connectivity and basic troubleshooting?
• What is your Current location?
• What is your expected hourly pay rate?

Experience:

• Phone and Remote Support: 2 years (Required)
• Windows: 2 years (Required)
• Microsoft Office: 2 years (Required)
• Training end-user: 2 years (Required)
• Customer service: 2 years (Required)
• Active Directory: 2 years (Preferred)

Ability to Commute:

• Detroit, MI 48243 (Required)

Work Location: In person

Salary : $23 - $26