IT Specialist

IT Specialist

The IT Specialist is responsible for carrying out routine software and hardware related tasks and projects, and in general providing a high level of technical assistance and training to staff, faculty, and students. The IT Specialist is responsible for following established protocols, installing and maintaining computer hardware, telecommunications, audio visual equipment and all University-supported network applications. The IT Specialist installs software, provides end-user technical support and training via phone, using remote support tools, and in-person. The IT Specialist performs quality assurance tasks to ensure user workstations and network performance meet University and staff, faculty, and student user requirements. The technician troubleshoots computer and network problems; determines the source of the problem, advises on appropriate action, and tests and implements solution.

This role is on-site at 3500 Sunrise Highway, Building 300, Great River, NY 11739.

Essential Functions

• Provide support and training to users on the use of computer software and hardware
• Install, upgrade, maintain, inspect, repair and service computer hardware and software, including servers and peripherals
• Maintain and monitor the IT support ticketing system by receiving, addressing, and resolving tickets
• Undertake routine, scheduled or emergency inspections as part of the preventative maintenance program on all computer’s equipment, replacing defective, malfunctioning, or non-functioning hardware parts
• Identify, research, and resolve hardware and software problems
• Respond to defects reported by users, and reporting as needed to leadership
• Determine the priority and severity of calls and plan workload effectively
• Assess and escalate serious or unusual problems to the appropriate group or analyst for resolution
• Packing, unpack, assemble, disassemble, and physically transport computers, peripherals and network components from one location to another
• Submit verbal and written reports on the status of technology services and any issues as needed
• Ensure that safety guidelines are adhered to
• Attend trainings as needed
• Perform other duties as assigned

Essential Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

• Ability to work independently, or as part of a team and collaborate effectively with diverse constituencies within a university setting
• Demonstrate a high level of confidence in making strategic decisions, using good judgment, and innovative and creative problem-solving skills
• Strong communication skills, time management, and a demonstrated high-level of discretion, tact, and diplomacy
• Demonstration of a service-based attitude in dealing with customers and providing high-level support
• Acceptable working knowledge with the ability to support a wide range of cloud-based infrastructure, computer hardware, and software
• Familiar with IT Security best practices
• Must be well organized and detailed oriented
• Ability to use active listening techniques to improve communication with customers

Qualifications

• High School diploma required. Bachelor’s degree preferred
• ITIL version 3 or 4 certifications preferred
• Help Desk Institute certifications preferred
• Proficiency in Client Operating Systems, Apple iOS
• Has at least one to two years’ experience working as a computer or systems technician
• Valid driver’s license preferred

Work Environment/Physical Demands

• This job is performed in a positive, creative, and collaborative environment
• This job operates in a professional office environment
• The ability to maintain good concentration while dealing with interruptions

Hours and Travel

• A typical work week is 37.5 hours Monday through Friday 9am to 5pm.
• Flexibility and willingness to work out of normal business hours, evening hours and weekends in support of business initiatives
• Flexible hours required to implement initiatives and execute deliverables
• No travel is expected for this position.

The anticipated salary range for the IT Specialist role is $44,000 - $52,300 per year. The final salary offered may vary and will be determined based on factors such as job-related knowledge, skills, experience, location, and education of the successful candidate. This information is provided per local law.

We Are

·       Student Centric: We approach every task with a focus on supporting our students to achieve their lifelong learning goals in a safe, vibrant and welcoming environment.

·       A Global Community: We are one team with an international outlook welcoming the strength in our diversity and the value each of us brings to what we do.

·       Accountable: We take responsibility for our actions by being responsive, resourceful and respectful in delivering on our commitments with integrity and the highest ethical standards.

·       Collaborative: We support and empower one another through open communications, cooperation, sharing knowledge and taking time to always listen and show we care.

·       Committed to Excellence: We take pride in our ongoing pursuit for continuous improvement through creativity, rigor and best practices to produce meaningful outcomes.

About University Support Services, LLC
University Support Services LLC (USS) is an affiliate of St. George's University (SGU), a leading provider of international medical education. SGU students and faculty come from 151 countries to the island of Grenada, located in the West Indies. Our purpose is to support SGU to deliver best in class education for all SGU students. We put a special focus on the growing global need for diverse high-quality medical and healthcare professionals. USS is pivotal in positioning SGU as a premiere medical degree institute through its student-facing as well as functional support teams.

USS is an equal opportunity employer. As such, it is company policy to fill positions with qualified candidates regardless of race, color, sex (including sexual orientation and gender presentation), age, religion, ancestry, national origin, citizenship status, pregnancy, marital status, medical condition, genetic information, disability, status in the Uniformed Services of the United States (including veteran status) or status as a victim of domestic violence, except where there is a bona fide occupational qualification. This policy protects applicants and employees from discrimination in the hiring process.