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University of Michigan Desktop Support Specialist Associate in Ann Arbor, Michigan
Desktop Support Specialist Associate
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How to Apply
A cover letter in the PDF format is required for consideration for this position and should be attached as the first page of your resume. The cover letter should address your specific interest in the position and outline experience that directly relates to this position.
Summary
Information and Technology Services (ITS) at the University of Michigan has an exciting opportunity for you to join the MiWorkspace Neighborhood IT support team as a Desktop Support Specialist Associate. MiWorkspace is the flagship desktop support provider at U-M on the Ann Arbor campus.
You will perform onsite support of Windows, Mac, mobile (iOS/Android) and print devices. Tasks include hardware and software troubleshooting, application installation, asset management, general network support, and fulfilling requests via documented process and standard procedures.
You may participate in an on-call rotation and perform occasional work during non-business hours and on weekends. You will report to a Desktop Support Manager or Supervisor in MiWorkspace Neighborhood IT.
If you have an exceptional focus on customer service, a solid technical background with the ability to relate to a non-technical audience and want to be part of the best public university in the country, MiWorkspace is for you.
Who We Are
ITS supports U-M faculty, researchers, staff, and students in their use of technology to teach, learn, research, work, and be leaders in their fields. We are dedicated to creating cohesive digital experiences and promoting university wide innovations. ITS works together to provide cohesive digital experiences and seamless support to the U-M community. For more information please visit our website:https://its.umich.edu/about. MiWorkspace is a campus wide service providing desktop support to faculty and staff in both academic and administrative departments. Please visit ourwebsite (https://its.umich.edu/miworkspace) for more information.
Why Work at Michigan?
In addition to a career filled with purpose and opportunity, The University of Michigan offers a comprehensive benefits package to help you stay well, protect yourself and your family and plan for a secure future. Benefits include:
Generous time off
A retirement plan that provides two-for-one matching contributions
Many choices for comprehensive health insurance
Life insurance
Long-term disability coverage
Flexible spending accounts for healthcare and dependent care expenses
Maternity and Parental Leaves
Vision and Dental Insurance
Responsibilities*
Provide technical support and service restoration, in-person or remotely via phone/chat
Follow procedures to install, configure, troubleshoot, upgrade, and maintain, workstations, software, printers, wireless devices, and peripherals.
Deliver excellent customer service by managing and clearly communicating in support tickets to provide accurate, prompt resolutions to incidents and requests that meet customers expectations
Maintain accurate asset management records
Required Qualifications*
Bachelor's degree, preferably in computer science, business computing or a related field or equivalent combination of education, certification, and experience
Minimum 1 year working in a role providing end user technical support
Proficiency supporting Windows and/or Mac operating systems, mobile devices, and common business productivity applications (e.g. Google Workspace, Microsoft 365, etc.)
Ability to perform day-to-day administration tasks, troubleshooting, root-cause analysis, and service restoration
Excellent customer service skills.
Ability to deliver clear messaging to a variety of audiences/skill levels.
Additional Information
Physical Demands/Work Environment
You will work primarily on-site on the Ann Arbor campus with some hybrid opportunities
Occasionally work during non-business hours and on weekends, or participation in on-call rotation may be required
Travel to locations on and off campus and move throughout various buildings to provide support and deliver/retrieve computer hardware and parts is required
The ability to move boxes and computer hardware weighing up to 50 lbs across campus and/or within buildings while using proper safety techniques and equipment
U-M EEO/AA Statement
The University of Michigan is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer.
Job Detail
Job Opening ID
250702
Working Title
Desktop Support Specialist Associate
Job Title
Desktop Support Spec Assoc
Work Location
Ann Arbor Campus
Ann Arbor, MI
Full/Part Time
Full-Time
Regular/Temporary
Regular
FLSA Status
Nonexempt
Organizational Group
Its Us
Department
ITS SS MiWorkspace
Posting Begin/End Date
6/20/2024 - 7/04/2024
Salary
$49,000.00 - $52,000.00
Career Interest
Information Technology
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