Scheduled Hours

37.5

Position Summary

Under general supervision, provides support of desktop computer systems and other technology-based systems for university staff, faculty and students. Desktop support provides technical support for computer operating systems, software, hardware and networking. This level requires a broad understanding of all standard enterprise office technologies to effectively support customer technical needs. This is a Tier 1 high volume call center position.

Job Description

Primary Duties & Responsibilities:

Desktop Support

• Provides daily support for the computing desktop; including operating system, software installation and maintenance and hardware.
• Responds to assigned tickets.
• Evaluates, prioritizes, resolves problems and requests or escalates to appropriate support areas.
• Acts as the front-facing support liaison for all desktop-related support issues.
• Provides support documentation for Tier 1.

Service Desk

• Collaborates with higher-level technical areas on planning and issue resolution.
• Prioritizes workload to appropriately respond to customer needs and demands.
• Acts as a liaison between customers and senior technical staff.

Project Facilitation

• Completes tasks associated with projects or activities that relate to the desktop support environment, such as system upgrades, system integration and system administration.

Performs other duties as assigned.

Working Conditions:

Job Location/Working Conditions

• Normal office environment.
• Ability to work on call.
• Ability to travel to on- and off-campus locations.

Physical Effort

• Typically sitting at a desk or table.
• Repetitive wrist, hand or finger movement (PC typing).

Equipment

• Office equipment.

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work performed by people assigned to this classification. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all job duties performed by the personnel so classified. Management reserves the right to revise or amend duties at any time.

Required Qualifications

Education:

High school diploma or equivalent high school certification or combination of education and/or experience.

Certifications:

No specific certification is required for this position.

Work Experience:

Providing Desktop Support In An Enterprise Environment (2 Years)

Skills:

Not Applicable

Driver's License:

A driver's license is not required for this position.

More About This Job

WashU seeks highly motivated individuals who are able to perform duties in a manner consistent with our core mission and guiding principles.

Preferred Qualifications

Education:

Associate degree

Certifications:

No additional certification beyond what is stated in the Required Qualifications section.

Work Experience:

No additional work experience beyond what is stated in the Required Qualifications section.

Skills:

Accountability, Computer Support, Computing Platform, Customer Service, Office Productivity Software, Oral Communications, Prioritization, Procedural Documentation, System Administration, Systems Integration, System Upgrades, Written Communication

Grade

G09-H

Salary Range

$23.37 - $36.19 / Hourly

The salary range reflects base salaries paid for positions in a given job grade across the University. Individual rates within the range will be determined by factors including one's qualifications and performance, equity with others in the department, market rates for positions within the same grade and department budget.

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