Service Desk Specialist II

The Service Desk Specialist II has the primary responsivities for receipt, triage, and resolution of Service Requests and Incidents related to computer systems, hardware, or software to clients over the phone, online, or in person. They are responsible for resolving escalated issues, supporting the Service Desk Specialist I, and identifying ways to improve the overall Client Experience provided by the Service Desk. The Service Desk Specialist II must utilize excellent customer service, problem solving, and technical reasoning skills. They also must multitask and organize their work effectively to meet their daily, weekly, and monthly goals.

What you will do here:

Provide support to end users on a variety of technology issues in person, over the phone, through email, and online chat; both locally and remotely troubleshoot using diagnostic tools and techniques to resolve technical issues within required service levels.

Take ownership of service requests and incident identification through to resolution. Prioritize and schedule support; accurately log all Service Desk tickets using the defined tracking software.

Perform hands-on fixes at the desktop level, including installing and upgrading software, installing hardware, configuring systems and applications, research and testing of system upgrades using Microsoft System Center Configuration Manager.

Image and deploying all PCs and Laptops

Set-up new employee profiles, including hardware, software, network access and security. Both locally and remotely create/disable/delete user accounts upon hire or termination.

Set-up new or replacement equipment, monitors, and input/output devices. Adjust, repair, and replace malfunctioning equipment.

Support the process of deploying iPhones for employees, resolve iOS and mobile device issues - work with vendors to order equipment.

Update/maintain IT inventory and assist with audit log of issued and shelved IT equipment, software, and other IT assets. Performs routine hardware and software testing.

Perform user maintenance in Active Directory and vendor applications.

Oversee network and server monitoring systems to ensure reliable service levels and avoid service outages.

Evaluate and analyze trends on documented resolutions and make recommendations for ways to prevent future issues. Review, validate, update and create Knowledge Articles to facilitate accurate and robust knowledge sharing. Train new technicians on procedures and expectations.

Perform other duties as assigned.

What you will need:

High School Diploma or GED required.

Associate degree in an IT related major preferred.

Bachelor's degree in an IT related major preferred.

3+ years experience in a Help Desk environment supporting internal and/or external clients preferred.

1+ years experience Fin Services experience preferred.

Competency through experience with the following technologies: Windows Servers, Active Directory, Exchange, System Center, SharePoint required.

Basic knowledge of: Storage Area Networks, Databases, Programming Languages, Server Virtualization required.

Must be able to effectively manage time by analyzing workload, assigning priorities, and maintaining focus on productive meet their daily, weekly, and monthly goals required.

Excellent written and verbal communication skills required.

Excellent customer service, problem solving, and technical reasoning skills required.

Microsoft Certification preferred.

HDI Certification preferred.

CompTIA A+ Certification preferred.

We are proud to be an EEO/AA employer M/F/D/V. We maintain a drug-free workplace and perform pre-employment substance abuse testing.

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