Helpdesk Manager

This position is responsible for the management of the CS helpdesk including oversight of all aspects of the initial requests for technical support from campus constituents. This position requires sound problem solving skills and excellent communication and interpersonal skills. This position develops and implements technical support processes and procedures, evaluates and recommends tools, and creates and publishes support materials and documentation.

Technical troubleshooting, documentation, and collaboration with both the customer and the Computing Services staff are essential to this position.

• Supervision and oversight of the helpdesk function for the Computing Services Department which includes:
  • Hiring, scheduling, training, and supervising the Help Desk student workers.
  • Coordinating all requests for technical support via email, phone call, ticket system, and face‑to‑face.
  • Resolving technical support requests directly when possible, with the goal of resolution on the first contact with the customer.
  • Ensuring tickets are created and appropriately prioritized and categorized in the Computing Services Helpdesk ticketing system.
• Account management responsibilities which include:
  • Communication with customers regarding account .
  • Determining and granting the proper security access to and ERP system in coordination with the appropriate Data Steward.
• Monitoring our customer feedback surveys and responses for feedback.
• Creating and updating existing “how‑to” documentation, and providing training on systems and applications.
• Engage in independent research and ongoing maintenance of technical knowledge.
• Support the Library staff and work studies as they provide loaner laptops, Chromebooks, and hotspot checkout.
• Assist with moves, adds, changes, voicemail pin resets, and voicemail‑to‑email setups on the campus VoIP system.
• Promote the services of the CS Help Desk, through flyers, notices, signage, and emails.
• Provide secondary support for Res Net, Level 1 and 2 technicians, interns, and for faculty and staff refresh.
• Have a working knowledge of, and provide backup role for SCCM, Patch My Pc , and Jamf in support of campus PCs and Mac computers.
• Other duties and functions as necessary in the overall management and oversight of the Helpdesk.

• Bachelor’s Degree required.
• Minimum of 1 year professional work experience in an IT support‑related field.
• Demonstrated customer service skills.
• Demonstrated written and oral communication skills.
• Experience supervising and leading a team.
• IT experience with common technologies such as Microsoft Windows, Microsoft Office, Google applications, etc.
• Apple Macintosh knowledge a plus.
• Experience creating and administering surveys a plus.

To be considered for this role, candidates must be legally authorized to work in the United States. Please note that Adams State University is unable to provide sponsorship, transfer, or support for employment visas for this specific opening.

On‑site in Alamosa, CO.

The salary range for this position is $52,200–62,600. In addition to salary, Adams State University offers a competitive benefits program including medical, dental, vision, disability insurance, flexible spending accounts, life insurance, and retirement savings plans.

In compliance with the Immigration Control Act of 1968, candidates for positions must provide proof of eligibility to work before an offer of employment can be made final.

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