IT Technical Support - Coordinator 1

Thank you for your interest in LSU New Orleans.

Once you start the application process, you will not be able to save your work, so you should collect all required information before you begin. The required information is listed below in the job posting.

You must complete all required portions of the application and attach the required documents in order to be considered for employment.

Department

Job Summary

Job Description

• Provide statewide onsite installation, configuration, repair, maintenance and support for state owned workstations, laptops, thin client devices, desktop printers, network printers, network communication devices, video conferencing equipment, software applications, and all associated components, peripherals and media.

• Manage user accounts on local PCs, select servers, and Active Directory in compliance of industry standards.

• Utilize tracking system to document ticket resolutions.

• Provide limited support for approved mobile devices which contain State proprietary data, including, but not limited to e-mail. Support shall be focused on ensuring that an otherwise functional device is properly configured for work related purposes.

• Train and assist end users on technical issues as a form of preventative maintenance.

• In the event of disaster, take appropriate actions to ensure continuity of operations in accordance with previously documented and Department approved plans.

• Travel to various sites as needed to carry out assigned duties.

• Identify, diagnose, and assist with resolution of network issues as related to end user problems.

• Restore data from backup systems using designated applications as needed for end user support.

• Manage all assigned issues being handled by other internal IT units or external contractors.

• Other tasks as directed.

QUALIFICATIONS

REQUIRED:

• Bachelor’s Degree or Associate’s degree with 3 years of professional experience in lieu of degree, or 6 years of professional experience in lieu of degree.

• Excellent analytical skills, effective organizational and time management skills.

• Great attention to detail and follow up.

• Ability to manage projects, assignments, and competing priorities.

• Proficient in the use of Microsoft Office, including but not limited to Outlook, Word, and Excel.

DESIRED:

• Advanced degree.

• Minimum one year of professional experience with OTS information systems or programs utilized by the department.

• Minimum one relevant industry certification or training including, but not limited to, CompTIA, Microsoft, HP, Dell, Cisco, ITIL Foundation, Apple, or HDI-CS.

• Professional experience with Windows based operating systems including installation, system administration or troubleshooting.

• Professional experience with various computer hardware, which includes: PCs, laptop & printers, MFPs, routers, switches or servers.

• Professional experience with Remote Control software, Ticketing System software, Active Directory, Exchange, or SharePoint.

• Professional customer service experience.

Required Attachments

Please upload the following documents in the Resume/Cover Letter section.

• Detailed resume listing relevant qualifications and experience;
• Cover Letter indicating why you are a good fit for the position and LSU New Orleans;
• Names and contact information of three references;

Applications that do not include the required uploaded documents may not be considered.

Posting Close Date

Note to Applicant:

Applicants should fully describe their qualifications and experience with specific reference to each of the minimum and preferred qualifications in their cover letter. The search committee will use this information during the initial review of application materials.

References will be contacted at the appropriate phase of the recruitment process.

This position may require a criminal background check to be conducted on the candidate(s) selected for hire.

As part of the hiring process, applicants for positions at LSU New Orleans may be required to demonstrate the ability to perform job-related tasks.

LSU New Orleans seeks to recruit a highly productive workforce and will provide equal employment opportunities to all employees and prospective employees. Employment decisions shall be based strictly on merit and without regard to religious or political beliefs, sex, race, or any other non-merit factor.