Desktop Support Specialist - Mac/Apple Environment

National Jewish Health•Denver, CO

3d•Hybrid

About The Position

National Jewish Health is seeking a skilled and service-oriented Desktop Support Specialist to support endpoint technology across clinical, research and administrative environments, with a strong emphasis on Mac and Apple device support. This role is essential to ensuring reliable, secure and high-performing technology that enables exceptional patient care and operational excellence. The Desktop Support Specialist maintains and supports all end point devices, desktop systems, and peripheral equipment enterprise wide in order to meet the needs of the administrative, clinical, and research computer users at National Jewish. This position assists customers with testing, analysis and problem resolution for endpoint related technology through direct customer support.

Requirements

Minimum of 3 years of recent and related experience is required.
Experience with Windows & Mac OSX operating systems, TCP/IP, CIFS & ICMP network protocols, DNS, WINS, DHCP, GPO, Windows domain network operations, Anti-Virus, Anti-Spyware, General OS security, required.

Nice To Haves

Bachelor degree in Computer Science, Business information systems or other related field preferred.
A+, Network +, Microsoft Certifications, and ITIL V3 Foundations Certification preferred.

Responsibilities

Installs, configures and supports Mac and Apple devices as well as Windows systems, including peripherals and audiovisual equipment
Troubleshoots and resolves complex Mac OS and endpoint issues while ensuring seamless connectivity across network, applications and clinical systems
Provides hands-on customer support and training, delivering timely resolution of service requests through the enterprise ticketing system
Collaborates with internal teams and vendors to maintain system performance, support projects and uphold security and compliance standards
Performs the installation, configuration, testing, troubleshooting, and repair of end point devices.
Ensures the ongoing usability of client computers, peripheral equipment, audio/visual systems, and software within established Information Systems standards and guidelines (i.e. desktops, laptops, MAC’s, thin clients, printers, copier, fax, etc).
Trains and orients customers/users on use of hardware and software.
Ensures that client computers connect seamlessly with file servers, storage systems (SAN), email servers, antivirus servers, networked printers, VPN, virtual computing technologies, computer conferencing systems, application servers (EMR, etc.), and administrative systems.
Delivers consistent, reliable service. Ensures customers’ needs are being met for every request/incident that is processed.
Works with support vendors as necessary to resolve technical issues. Also, coordinates assigned project tasks with vendors, suppliers and contractors to ensure timely and appropriate project completion.
Actively uses the Enterprise Service Management system to receive technical-related issues and documents the process of response/resolution to meet SLC requirements. This includes thoroughly documenting all information related to the request, any and all error messages received by the end user, all troubleshooting that has been performed, as well as any other information that would be deemed pertinent to the reported issue.
Collaborates with and provides knowledge transfer to other Information Systems personnel. This includes creating and adding documents to the teams SharePoint site.
Implements and enforces policies & procedures to manage client access methods based on Information Systems security standards.
Adheres to Information Systems Change Control Policy and document any alterations to configurations relating to client computing devices & systems.
Covers team on call responsibilities every 8-10 weeks.
Performs as back up to Service Desk as needed.

Benefits

Comprehensive Medical Coverage: Multiple Cigna health plans for Colorado, regional office and remote employees.
Health Savings Accounts (HSA) and Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA) available to pair with some plans.
Paid Time Off: Generous PTO accruals to use for vacation and sick days, and six paid holidays, all compliant with Colorado state sick leave regulations.
Dental & Vision Plans: Coverage effective the first of the month after hire.
Retirement Savings: 403(b) plan with employer contributions after two years.
Wellness Incentives: Earn up to $200 annually for preventive health activities.
Tuition Reimbursement: Up to $5,250 annually for full-time and part-time employees.
Child Care Assistance: Childcare Flex Spending Account (FSA) with annual employer contribution.
Loan Forgiveness: Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) eligible employer.
Disability & Life Insurance: Employer-paid plans and optional buy-up choices.
Voluntary Benefits: Full suite of coverage options such as Accident, Hospital Indemnity and Legal Plan
Exclusive Discounts: Savings on local services, insurance, and RTD bus passes.