Sr Desktop Support Technician

As a member of the Client Services area of Enterprise Technology & Services, this role combines advanced technical skills with exceptional customer service. Provides in-person and remote technical support and assistance as part of a team serving the Keene State College community utilizing IT Service Management and ITIL principals. This position is full-time onsite in Keene, New Hampshire.
• Works both independently and collaboratively to provide critical end-user support functions including deployment, monitoring and maintenance of Windows and Mac hardware and software; troubleshooting network and printing issues; computer lifecycle and IT asset management, configuration, and replacement. This includes providing escalation support for colleagues' most complex issues.

Applies advanced knowledge of industry standards, best practices and USNH (University System of New Hampshire) policies to provide a wide range of support for both hardware and software. Provide next-level customer service support for the daily IT support operations on the Keene campus and remote business units located throughout New Hampshire.
• Responsible for executing policies and procedures for ensuring the smooth operation of computing resources including software and hardware support, collaborate with KSC departments to strategically plan hardware and software transitions, provide hands-on training of various software and systems used throughout USNH.

Assign and supervise work of other team members providing baseline support, this includes mentorship and knowledge sharing with department colleagues.
• Participates in complex IT projects and/or programs, such as developing project plans and specifications, developing, and maintaining project management information, and developing and maintaining documentation.
• Acts as main point of contact with clients; must be able to communicate effectively with non-technical users. Proactively maintains up-to-date knowledge of recent technology and makes recommendations for improvement. Establishes regular in person and email communications with supervisor and peers.

Duties/Responsibilities

Client Support and Troubleshooting: (50%)

• Provide IT support and guidance to clients (both on-site and remote) and team members regarding various IT needs, issues, and solutions. Utilize existing tools, such as remote support tools, to assist customers that are off-campus or otherwise unable to meet in person. Resolve complex tickets escalated by other team members or assigned by supervisors. Select, test, install, and maintain software applications and network resources according to the client's needs and specifications.
  
  Identify, diagnose, document, and resolve problems in a timely and effective manner, with minimal supervision. Prioritize and execute tasks efficiently in a dynamic environment.
• Provide expertise during crisis situations. (Virus, disaster recovery). Provide back-up support when needed.
  • Work effectively with other members of the Enterprise Client Services Team, as well as with other IT teams and units across campus, to provide quality service and support to the customers. Communicate clearly and professionally with customers and colleagues. Escalate issues to the appropriate IT staff when necessary. Participate in team meetings and contribute to the improvement of the team's processes and procedures.
  
  Research solutions for trouble cases, document fixes and workarounds.
• Communicate large-scale fixes with constituents when appropriate.
  • Able to foster strong business relationships and effectively communicate with the user community. Assist and advise clients concerning implementation of technology appropriate for their needs; respond to clients' information technology problems; resolve problems as assigned, analyze complex information technology problems and coordinate assistance to resolve problems when needed; explore and recommend a comprehensive range of solutions for a broad audience.
  • Follow the policies and procedures for ensuring the security of the application software and data. Assist with the identification and resolution of any security issues or breaches as assigned. Stay…