DISTRIBUTED COMPUTER SYSTEMS SPECIALIST - 37020827

State of Florida • Tallahassee, FL

80d • Onsite

About The Position

DEP’s Office of Technology and Information Services (OTIS) is currently seeking a Distributed Computer Systems Specialist. This position is responsible for providing second-level desktop support and problem resolution to local and remote users, as well as technical assistance regarding software, hardware, communications, printers, databases, and account management. The employee should be helpful, cooperative, polite, respectful, and concerned at all times in the interactions with customers.

Requirements

• Knowledge of computer operations, hardware, procedures, and systems
• Skilled in the use of computer devices, printers, and scanners
• Working knowledge of a range of diagnostic utilities
• Keen attention to detail
• Highly self-motivated and directed
• Ability to absorb new ideas and concepts quickly
• Experience in working both independently and in a team-oriented, collaborative environment
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds
• Knowledge/work experience providing technical assistance on software, printers and data bases
• Strong customer service orientation/skills
• Application support experience.

Nice To Haves

• A minimum of one year of help desk experience is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Resolve user-reported problems as expertise permits using available tools and following procedures. Enforce desktop support service level agreements in consultation with end users to establish problem resolution of end user issues.
• Log, track, route, escalate, and respond to all service requests using standard service desk software. Maintain communications with customers throughout the resolution process. Record and document all actions taken through the problem-solving process. Recommend to supervisor procedures and guidelines that assist in the achievement of operational objectives, and/or to resolve operational issues.
• Set up new or existing computer equipment, manage computer accounts, and assist with all other equipment maintenance including, but not limited to, computers, copiers, scanners, air cards, and fax machines.
• Research new technologies relevant to duties regarding emerging products or services and make recommendations to supervisor. Identify methods/techniques for improving the use of existing hardware and software. Attend technical meetings and training sessions to maintain knowledge and skill set.
• Analyze, troubleshoot, and correct individual and office network connectivity problems. Coordinate with appropriate Systems staff as required.
• Perform other related tasks as requested.

Benefits

• Annual and Sick Leave benefits;
• Nine paid holidays and one Personal Holiday each year;
• State Group Insurance coverage options, including health, life, dental, vision, and other supplemental insurance options;
• Retirement plan options, including employer contributions (For more information, please click www.myfrs.com);
• Tuition waivers;

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed
• Number of Employees: 1,001-5,000 employees