Helpdesk Associate

Overview

The Help Desk Associate provides prompt and efficient front line support for customers of the Information Systems (IS) department at the Institute. The incumbent is responsible for answering, logging, and tracking calls placed to the Institute's phone support line; resolving problems or questions related to IS applications supported by the IS department; and providing maintenance of user accounts on the PC network and other applicable systems.

Responsibilities

Maintain and support the Institute's IS help desk. Answer calls and address user concerns in a helpful and courteous manner.

Provide end user support and serve as primary contact for software-related issues.

Maintain proficiency in the use of all Windows / Mac applications supported by the Institute at a level that will allow most problems to be resolved in a timely manner with the user over the phone.

Use the Institute's problem tracking and resolution software to assign technicians to problems, track their resolution, and bring any problems not being resolved in a timely manner to management's attention.

Maintain all documentation, statistics, reports, and / or other management information in a concise and appropriate manner, abiding by all departmental technical and operational standards.

Maintain an adequate library of support materials and documentation to assist IS users at the Institute.

Educate end users by providing the appropriate level of training for applications that are supported by the IS department.

Qualifications

QUALIFICATIONS :

CompTIA A+ certification highly preferred.

EDUCATION :

High School diploma or equivalent required.

Associates degree or higher in Computer Sciences or related field preferred.

EXPERIENCE :

Minimum one (1) year formal information technology, desktop support, customer support, customer service, or technology management experience required.

Experience in a health care setting highly desirable.

Minimum pay range

USD $39,747.76 / Yr.

Maximum pay range

USD $65,065.73 / Yr.

Vacancy ID 12264

Job Location : Street 3825 Greenspring Avenue

# of Hours 40.00

Job Locations US-MD-Baltimore

Pos. Type Regular Full Time

Department : Name Information Systems

Equal Opportunity Provider & Employer M / F / Disability / ProtectedVet