What are the responsibilities and job description for the Computer Support Specialists position at Penda Aiken?
Help Desk and Security Incident Support
Basic Duties
- Provide first-level support for Help Desk and security incidents.
- Answer incoming calls and email messages directed to the Help Desk.
- Accurately document all issues and requests during the initial contact.
- Analyze user issues and questions, using system knowledge and knowledge base resources to identify resolutions and provide answers.
- Establish and maintain a working familiarity with navigation, procedures, and processing requirements.
- Support users in system usage, including navigation, access, and reporting.
- Route issues and requests to the appropriate second line of support when necessary.
- Coordinate with Help Desk supervisors to ensure coverage during established business hours.
- Learn to use Help Desk core tools and software to assist users, and obtain a foundational understanding of core products supported by the Help Desk.
- Participate in relevant training sessions, workgroups, and agency meetings.
Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities:
- Experience with ServiceNow or other ticket or case management software is a plus
- Strong knowledge of MS Windows, MS Outlook, and MS Office, with particular expertise in MS Excel and MS Word
- Familiarity with basic accounting principles
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- Ability to work effectively with others
- Reliable and trustworthy with a strong work ethic
- Ability to multi-task and set priorities in a fast-paced environment
- MS SharePoint knowledge is desirable
- Ability to write clear, non-technical correspondence and communicate effectively in writing
- Ability to run SQL scripts or queries is a plus
- Preferred Level of Education: High school graduate with some college; a computer science-related degree is preferred