IT Support Specialist - Senior

POSITION SPECIFICS

Penn State IT is seeking a motivated and self-driven IT Support Specialist – Senior Support to join the Service Desk team within the Science IT Department in the Eberly College of Science. The team supports the IT needs of approximately 850 faculty and staff, as well as graduate students, in a diverse research and teaching environment. Supported technologies include Windows, Mac, and Linux computers;
Android and iOS mobile devices; printers; standard and research-specific peripherals; and web conferencing technologies.

• This position will operate under a hybrid schedule, offering a flexible work arrangement that combines remote and on-campus work. Weekly on campus is required at the University Park campus in State College, PA. Questions related to the flexible work arrangement should be directed to the hiring manager during the interview process.

• Troubleshoot system issues and provide thorough, customer-focused resolutions.
• Assist with short-term projects and help customers with policy compliance.
• Support Windows and Mac operating systems; knowledge of Linux is a plus.
• Develop and hone specialized skills, including Linux distribution support, IP address and DNS management, and endpoint management.
• Work with tools such as Big Fix, JAMF, Lansweeper, IPAM, Splashtop, and Service Now, along with general service desk operations.
• Take ownership of customer IT problems, understand issues at a technical level, and deliver solutions that provide a positive support experience.
• Balance autonomous work with close collaboration across the Science IT team and other members of the department.
• Pursue stretch opportunities, professional growth, certifications, college-wide transformation efforts, and university-wide IT networking opportunities.

Associate Degree4+ years of relevant experience; or an equivalent combination of education and experience accepted

Required

Certifications:

None

Both a cover letter and resume should be submitted for full consideration. In the cover letter, applicants should explain their interest in the position, describe how their background and experience are relevant, and highlight their customer service skills.

Employment with the University will require successful completion of background check(s) in accordance with University policies.

Penn State does not sponsor or take over sponsorship of a staff employment Visa. Applicants must be authorized to work in the U.S.

The salary range for this position, including all possible grades, is $54,060.00 - $78,444.00.

Salary Structure
- Information on Penn State’s salary structure

Penn State provides a competitive benefits package for full-time employees designed to support both personal and professional well-being. In addition to comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage, employees enjoy robust retirement plans and substantial paid time off which includes holidays, vacation and sick time. One of the standout benefits is the generous 75% tuition discount, available to employees as well as eligible spouses and children.

For more detailed information, please visit our Benefits Page.

Pursuant to the Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Campus Crime Statistics Act and the Pennsylvania Act of 1988, Penn State publishes a combined Annual Security and Annual Fire Safety Report (ASR). The ASR includes crime statistics and institutional policies concerning campus security, such as those concerning alcohol and drug use, crime prevention, the reporting of crimes, sexual assault, and other matters.

The ASR is available for review here.