Teammate Support Specialist

Team Support Specialist

The Team Support Specialist plays a critical role in empowering Highlands College teammates to work with confidence and clarity in their technology environment. By configuring, deploying, and supporting technology tools and systems, this role ensures teammates have what they need to perform at their highest potential. The Team Support Specialist embodies a proactive, service-minded approach to technology, aligning with the College's mission to develop the next generation of ministry leaders through excellence and innovation.

Specific

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Configure, deploy, and support end-user hardware and software for Highlands College teammates.
• Provide responsive and helpful technology solutions to teammate needs through Zendesk.
• Assist with account creation, device management, and Microsoft 365 support.
• Monitor workstation health and proactively address issues before they affect the end user – including device refresh cycles.
• Serve as a liaison between teammates and the broader Technology Solutions team to ensure timely issue resolution.
• Assist with technology setup for events, training sessions, and team initiatives.
• Maintain accurate documentation of support interactions, configurations, and resolutions.
• Assist in inventory management and deployment tracking for all teammate devices.

Other Duties:

• Participate in ministry at Church of the Highlands and Highlands College by leading small groups.
• Affirm and uphold the Statement of Faith and the Core Values and DNA of the College, exemplifying all by word and lifestyle.
• Provide technical expertise to other team members and departments.
• Collaborate on cross-functional projects that enhance the technology environment college-wide.

Qualifications

Personal Characteristics:

• Enthusiastic about helping others thrive in their work.
• Self-starter with a solutions-first mindset.
• Values clarity, trust, and patience in end-user interactions.
• Adaptable to rapid change and willing to grow with evolving technology.

Essential Traits:

• Problem-solver with strong follow-through.
• Attention to detail and organization.
• Servant-leader attitude in all interactions.

Abilities &

Skills:

• Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
• Ability to explain technical concepts in clear, non-technical language.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a collaborative team.

Knowledge:

• Understanding of basic IT support practices and tools.
• Familiarity with Microsoft 365, device management, and Zendesk.
• Knowledge of macOS and Windows environments preferred.

Education:

• Associate's degree in Information Technology or related field required.
• Bachelor's degree preferred.

Experience:

• Minimum of 1–2 years in a help desk or technical support role.
• Experience in an academic or ministry environment preferred.

Extent of Public Contact:

• Medium – Interacts with teammates, students, and partner organizations.

Physical Demands:

• Ability to lift 50 lbs. without assistance.
• Ability to stand for long durations and move across campus sites.

Direct Reports:

• This position is not a team lead for any Highlands College teammates.