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Technical Support Specialist

Northwestern University
Chicago, IL, USAHybridCustomer SuccessEntry-Level$56,325.60 - $82,138.40Posted: 25 days ago
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About the role

Department: FSM IT Salary/Grade: NEX/15

Job Summary:

Provides standard installation and maintenance to users regarding workplace endpoint technology. Diagnoses and resolves user problems, questions and inquiries utilizing hardware and software testing tools and techniques. Coordinates standard projects, working closely with peers and users to deliver optimum service. Implements policies, procedures, and standards and ensures their conformance with information systems goals and procedures.

This position is homed in the centralized Feinberg IT group and sits on the customer support team supporting the Feinberg School of Medicine.

Specific Responsibilities:

Strategic Planning

Assists in the creation of workplace endpoint technology initiatives.

Administration

Recommends modification of practices and procedures to increase effectiveness or efficiency.

Authors Scopes of Work for small projects.

Creates and maintains user documentation.

Development

Installs, repairs and adjusts workplace endpoint technology using standard tools and test equipment while following established procedures.

Performs such tasks as replacing components, wiring circuits, taking test readings, and evaluating problems.

Performs routine preventive maintenance tasks in accordance with established practices.

Performance

Diagnoses and resolves complex problems, questions and inquiries encountered by clients according to established practices

Infrastructure

Adobe Creative Cloud Suite

Box Collaborative Storage

identity management/provisioning

information security

Linux Operating System

Mac OS X Operating System

Microsoft Exchange

Microsoft Lync

Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Powerpoint, Access, Outlook)

Microsoft SharePoint

Server hardware

Storage hardware

Windows Operating System

Compliance

FERPA

FISMA

HIPAA

HITECH

Analytical

critical thinking

Debugging

decision making

judgment

problem solving

read & interpret technical drawings

Troubleshooting

use-case analysis

Project

collaboration and teamwork

facilitate collaboration

functional documentation

organizational skills

planning

Miscellaneous

Performs other duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications:

Successful completion of a full 2-year course of study in an accredited college or university leading to an associate's or higher degree; OR appropriate combination of education and experience.

2 years IT, CS user support or other relevant experience required.

Benefits:

At Northwestern, we are proud to provide meaningful and competitive benefits. The available benefits package for this position will include health, dental, vision, disability, and life insurance; paid vacation and holidays; paid medical/sick and parental leave; tuition benefits for the employee and dependents; pre-tax and flex spending accounts for commuting and dependent care; generous retirement savings options; and wellness programs.

For a comprehensive overview of available benefits, including eligibility details, visit us at https://www.northwestern.edu/hr/benefits/index.html to learn more.

Work-Life and Wellness:

Northwestern offers comprehensive programs and services to help you and your family navigate life’s challenges and opportunities, and adopt and maintain healthy lifestyles.

We support flexible work arrangements where possible and programs to help you locate and pay for quality, affordable childcare and senior/adult care. Visit us at https://www.northwestern.edu/hr/benefits/work-life/index.html to learn more.

Professional Growth & Development:

Northwestern supports employee career development in all circumstances whether your workspace is on campus or at home. If you’re interested in developing your professional potential or continuing your formal education, we offer a variety of tools and resources. Visit us at https://www.northwestern.edu/hr/learning/index.html to learn more.

NEX 15: Target hiring range for this position will be between $27.06 to $39.47 per hour. Offered salary will be determined by the applicant’s education, experience, knowledge, skills and abilities, as well as internal equity and alignment with market data.

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Minimum requirements

  • Associate's degree or equivalent education and experience combination
  • Minimum 2 years of IT, computer science user support, or related experience
  • Proficient in diagnosing, installing, and maintaining workplace endpoint technology

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