Technical Support Specialist II - WashU IT

Washington University in St. Louis • Clayton, MO

16h • Onsite

About The Position

Under minimal supervision, responsible for the advanced support of desktop and server computer systems and other technology-based systems for University staff, faculty and students; including support for computer operating systems, software, hardware and networking. May serve as a system owner, technical expert or specialist in a particular area such as in the applications, systems or hardware areas. The employee interacts with a broad range of client requiring strong communication and customer service skills as well as the ability to use a wide variety of technical resources (i.e., engaging vendor support) to provide a high level of technical support to clients.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent high school certification or combination of education and/or experience.
• Providing Desktop Support In An Enterprise Environment (4 Years)
• A driver's license is not required for this position.

Nice To Haves

• Bachelor's degree
• Interpersonal Communication
• Microsoft Office
• Oral Communications
• Organizational Capability
• Prioritization
• Written Communication

Responsibilities

• Provides daily support for the computing desktop; including operating system, software installation and maintenance and hardware.
• Responds to assigned tickets.
• Evaluates, prioritizes, resolves problems and requests or escalates to appropriate support areas.
• Acts as the front-facing support liaison for all desktop-related support issues.
• Provides support documentation for Tier 1 Service Desk.
• Collaborates with higher level technical areas on planning and issue resolution.
• Provides technical guidance and subject matter expertise including documentation for level 2 staff and tier 1 and tier 2 user services staff.
• Acts as an escalation point for advanced technical issues within employee’s knowledge domain.
• Maintenance, upgrades, new implementation, consultation and planning system administration activities.
• Attends formal training, conducts self-paced training through online courses or on the job training, attends conferences and engages with peers to maintain broad understanding of technologies and keeping abreast of new technologies.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Up to 22 days of vacation, 10 recognized holidays, and sick time.
• Competitive health insurance packages with priority appointments and lower copays/coinsurance.
• Free Metro transit U-Pass for eligible employees.
• Defined contribution (403(b)) Retirement Savings Plan, which combines employee contributions and university contributions starting at 7%.
• Wellness challenges, annual health screenings, mental health resources, mindfulness programs and courses, employee assistance program (EAP), financial resources, access to dietitians, and more!
• 4 weeks of caregiver leave to bond with your new child.
• Family care resources are also available for your continued childcare needs.
• Adult care resources.
• Tuition for you and your family, including dependent undergraduate-level college tuition up to 100% at WashU and 40% elsewhere after seven years with us.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: High school or GED