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Helpdesk Service Specialist

Empire State Development
Albany, NY Full Time
POSTED ON 3/27/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 4/24/2026
Description

Duties Description

  • Applicants MUST submit a cover letter with resume to be considered.
  • This position will require in-office presence. Hybrid work schedules may be possible based on specific job duties and consistent with ESD policy.
  • Minorities, women, and individuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply. Please contact Human Resources if you require an accommodation.

Basic Function

Provide end-user support services to staff members and assist in maintaining the day-to-day technology operations at ESD. This role requires a team player who can identify, troubleshoot and resolve computer and software related issues in a timely and courteous manner. Excellent written and verbal communication skills are essential, as well as a strong focus on customer service when interacting with staff, consultants, and vendors across all levels of the organization.

Work Performed

  • Assist all staff via phone, email, and Helpdesk ticketing solution in a courteous and efficient manner.
  • Maintain helpdesk coverage; user follow-ups; and managing daily tickets assigned.
  • Maintain advanced knowledge of ESD's standardized software applications to assist in problem resolution and needs assessment.
  • Support end-users with remote access on desktops/laptops and mobile devices across platforms.
  • Knowledgeable in VDI (Virtual Desktop Infrastructure)
  • Extensive experience with desktop hardware, software applications, operating systems, and networking connectivity (See Knowledge Required).
  • Assist end-users in developing working knowledge of systems running on LAN.
  • Prepare SOPs and user instructions as needed.
  • Ability to train and conduct new-user orientations on both hardware and software as requested.
  • Point person for all mobile and wireless devices including set-up, deployment, and user support.
  • User support and setup of Click Share/laptops for Zoom/Webex webinars and conferences.
  • Coordinate onboarding, offboarding, moves and changes with Administrative Services as needed.
  • Collaborate with LAN technicians/network administrators to ensure efficient operation of the company’s desktop computing environment; and liaise with third-party support and PC equipment vendors when necessary.
  • Perform tasks and functions as required by supervisor.
  • Perform other tasks and services needed by the end-user community, such as lifting, moving, boxing, and unboxing of equipment.
  • Occasional travel to the various ESD offices may be required.
  • Assist with IT Disaster Recovery efforts, testing and documentation as needed.
  • Perform other IT related duties as directed by IT Management.

Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications

  • Proven experience in an IT user support role, with a demonstrated record of effectively troubleshooting and resolving user-facing hardware and software related issues in a dynamic business environment.
  • Knowledge of IT support systems, network infrastructure, computing peripherals, and basic security principles, with hands-on experience in deploying end-user computer related equipment.
  • Outstanding communication, and interpersonal skills, with the capacity to engage with diverse stakeholders at various organizational levels.
  • Analytical mindset with problem-solving capabilities and attention to detail.
  • Familiarity with cloud computing, virtualization, networking, and Microsoft Networks is advantageous.

Education Level required: Associate degree in an IT related discipline with minimum of 2 years’ experience in related field; Or a HS Diploma with a minimum of 3 years’ experience; Or, any equivalent combination of experience and/or education from which comparable knowledge, skills and abilities have been achieved. MCSE Desktop Infrastructure & Windows 11 Certification; and CompTIA A & Network Certifications are helpful.

Knowledge required: Knowledgeable in Active Directory and O365; MS Windows 11; Mac OS; iOS; MS Office 2016 ; Adobe Cloud Suite; Kofax PDF Software; iOS Mobile device Applications and firmware; Web-based video conferencing tools; VDI support; Familiarity with all ESD supported applications. Strong interpersonal and organizational skills.

Employee Relations: Role requires analytical and active listening skills; as well as the ability to multi-task and manage daily workload. Must work with end users at all levels of the organization.

Additional Comments

Salary range as specified.

Comprehensive Benefits Package.

Salary : $64,000 - $65,000

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