Customer Technology Support Specialist II

001 University of Rochester; San Antonio (TX); On-site; USD 61,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of Rochester is seeking a seasoned IT professional to serve as a technical lead for a department, providing high level hardware and application support and acting as escalation between the department and IT. The role requires maintaining expertise in desktop and network technologies and delivering solutions that meet documented business needs.

You will own applications, troubleshoot issues, update documentation, and guide users toward greater efficiency and technology independence

Job description

As a community, the University of Rochester is defined by a deep commitment to Meliora - Ever Better. Embedded in that ideal are the values we share: equity, leadership, integrity, openness, respect, and accountability. Together, we will set the highest standards for how we treat each other to ensure our community is welcoming to all and is a place where all can thrive.

Job Location (Full Address): 30 Corporate Woods, Brighton, New York, United States of America, 14623

Opening: Worker Subtype: Regular Time Type: Full time Scheduled Weekly Hours: 40 Department: 900080 ISD Clinicals Work Shift: UR - Day (United States of America) Range: UR URG 110 Compensation Range: $61,000.00 - $85,400.00 The referenced pay range represents the minimum and maximum compensation for this job. Individual annual salaries/hourly rates will be set within the job's compensation range, and will be determined by considering factors including, but not limited to, market data, education, experience, qualifications, expertise of the individual, and internal equity considerations.

Responsibilities:

• Serves as a technical lead for a specific department.
• Provides high level hardware and application support, consultation, analysis, troubleshooting, design and operational support for all technology customers.
• Acts as an escalation point between the department and IT.
• Maintains expertise in current desktop and network technologies, as well as wide range of systems, applications and customized needs in support of all functions.
• Provides hands-on support for clients with excellent customer service skills.
• Works with IT to deliver solutions that meet documented business needs.
• Serves as owner for applications. Responsible for troubleshooting, resolving issues, updates and documentation.
• Identifies opportunities for improvement that will provide users greater efficiency and technology independence.
• Provides operational support in place of the manager, as needed.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

• Provides technology support for faculty and staff, including setup, configuration, and technology management.
• Acts as a resource in a broad range of technology services.
• Assists with application and hardware project management during upgrades, relocations, and deployment of new technology solutions.
• Communicates with appropriate user base and employees, sets priorities, and manages progression of project implementation.
• Leads deployment and provides appropriate communication to key stakeholders, coordinating with IT teams and acts as liaison to vendors, as needed.
• Works with IT to deliver solutions that meet documented business needs.
• Serves as the primary point of coordination for technology-related items.
• Manages follow-up as appropriate.
• Serves as application owner for applications. Responsible for troubleshooting, resolving issues, updates, and documentation.
• Works with customers, vendors, and IT teams as required.
• Addresses vulnerabilities and acts as an application owner for Legacy Apps and Software as a Service (SAAS), as needed.
• Maintains documentation of all approved and implemented designs.
• Uses skills to assist in resolving technical problems.
• Researches and develops solutions to new or unknown issues and tests new technology.
• Acts as a backup to hands-on technician work, as needed.
• Analyzes business requirements and workflows to develop training programs and/or materials for end users, as needed.
• Identifies opportunities for improvement to provide users greater efficiency and technology independence.
• Develops training materials and/or identifies training resources.
• Provides or directs others in the delivery of hands-on training in one-on-one or workshop-based formats.
• Presents change enablement to enterprise for change awareness, when needed.
• Acts as an escalation point when needed.
• Provides technical support to employees and users related to complex maintenance and/or urgent IT problems.
• Tests and evaluates new technology's impact, including ease of adoption, training needs, security, financial risks, etc.
• Tests new or upgraded technology solutions to evaluate the impact on business operations.
• Reviews, configures, and documents new technology.
• Develops and distributes communications regarding technology changes in their environment.
• Keeps abreast of technology trends and technologies and maintains technical skillset.
• Keeps up-to-date on industry trends and the regulatory environment to anticipate upcoming or future business needs.
• Other duties as assigned.

MINIMUM EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE

• High School diploma or equivalent and 5 years of relevant experience required
• Associate's degree preferred Or equivalent combination of education and experience

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES

• Advanced level of PC and Windows expertise and understanding required
• Proficiency in Mac computers and other iOS devices, handheld devices and other peripheral devices required
• Advanced understanding of LAN/WAN technologies, including design, hardware and protocols required
• Exceptional customer service and communication skills. Ability to diffuse difficult situations and maintain calm and professional required
• Ability to work both independently and as part of a team required
• Ability to balance multiple priorities in a dynamic and fast-paced environment required
• Logical thinker with advanced problem-solving abilities required
• Knowledge of servers and ability to use LiteTouch required
• Demonstrated project management abilities preferred

The University of Rochester is committed to fostering, cultivating, and preserving an inclusive and welcoming culture to advance the University’s Mission to Learn, Discover, Heal, Create – and Make the World Ever Better. In support of our values and those of our society, the University is committed to not discriminating on the basis of age, color, disability, ethnicity, gender identity or expression, genetic information, marital status, military/veteran status, national origin, race, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, citizenship status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law (Protected Characteristics).

This commitment extends to non-discrimination in the administration of our policies, admissions, employment, access, and recruitment of candidates, for all persons consistent with our values and based on applicable law.

Learn. Discover. Heal. Create.

Located in western New York, Rochester is our namesake and our home. One of the world’s leading research universities, Rochester has a long tradition of breaking boundaries—always pushing and questioning, learning and unlearning. We transform ideas into enterprises that create value and make the world ever better. If you’re looking for a career in higher education or health care, the University of Rochester may offer the perfect opportunity for your background and goals. At the University of Rochester, we are committed to fostering, cultivating, and preserving an inclusive and welcoming culture and are united by a strong commitment to be ever better—Meliora. It is an ideal that informs our shared mission to ensure all members of our community feel safe, respected, included, and valued.