Service Desk Support Ii

Administration 160 W Wesmark Blvd Sumter, SC 29150, USA

The Service Desk Support II position provides the second level of contact for all support related issues related to information systems. The position is responsible for troubleshooting IT related problems during their shift and escalates support problems as needed. Serves as secondary service desk contact by responding to calls, support tickets and routing issues to appropriate staff for resolution using the service desk support software.

• Responsible for assuring users are provided efficient and timely first level support during normal business hours and on call as required.
• Under limited supervision, ensures timely resolution of more complex calls and support tickets.
• Provides staff support for administrative tasks and projects relative to the desktop, financial applications, core information system, Wide Area Network, Local Area Network, and telephone functions.
• Invokes problem escalation procedures to coordinate recovery.
• Helps isolate problem trends and ensures that troubleshooting efforts are completed for recurring problems until permanent solutions are found.
• Ensures that daily, weekly, and monthly statistics, status reports, and graphical reporting aids are completed and continually modified to meet the needs of the department.
• Contributes to departmental productivity and development objectives by participating in training programs.
• Under general supervision, solves problems and makes appropriate level decisions on a daily basis relative to Service Desk responsibilities.
• Accurately communicates pertinent information and assists Service Desk Manager where needed in the development and implementation of quality improvement programs.
• As part of a team, works with the Service Desk Manager, Information Technology Manager, Data Processing Manager, System Administrator, and AVP of Information Technology to deploy and support new technology.
• Must interface with users of technology by employing a high degree of tact and diplomacy to promote a positive image of the department and resolve problem situations in a professional manner.
• Sets up authorizations for new or transferred employees to properly control their access to the various systems in use by the organization.
• Accurately communicates pertinent information to create a work environment that lends itself to the best interests of departmental personnel and customer service.
• Performs duties in a cost-effective manner to avoid waste of resources without jeopardizing quality of care and service.
• Maintains competency and enhances professional growth and development through continuing education.
• Ability to manage multiple high priority initiatives in a fast paced highly technical environment.
• Performs other duties and responsibilities as assigned.

No requirement.

Prompt response in handling user needs is an essential standard of performance. One must make good judgments on troubleshooting operational problems to minimize any down time.

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be outgoing, enthusiastic, conscientious, group oriented, open to change and be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Regulatory Requirements:
The position has specific procedures that must be followed to comply with Privacy Act, Office of Foreign Assets Control (OFAC), and Bank Secrecy/Patriot Act. Annual training is required to keep current on policy changes. Failure to comply may result in termination and possible monetary penalties.

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science preferred; or equivalent combination of education, experience, certification, and training that provides required knowledge, skills, and abilities.
• 4+ years proven work experience or equivalent in client support or service desk support.
• Hands‑on experience with ticketing systems, imaging systems, business applications, and remote support software.
• Solid technical background with an ability to give instructions to a non‑technical audience.

Ability to read and comprehend simple instructions, short correspondence, and memos. Ability to write simple correspondence. Ability to effectively present information one‑on‑one to employees.

Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals.

Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out instructions furnished in written, oral, or diagram form. Ability to deal with problems involving several concrete variables in standardized situations.

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