IT Help Desk Technician

Lutheran Church of Hope; West Des Moines, Northern (IA, KY); Hybrid; USD 40,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

403(b) retirement savings plan

Paid time off

Job summary

Lutheran Church of Hope is seeking a Help Desk Technician to manage user workstations, configure network connections, and provide tech support for staff and volunteers. The role requires a mix of on-site troubleshooting, account management, and documentation to improve service quality.

Ideal candidates will have IT background, a willingness to learn, and the ability to handle evening and weekend hours as part of a team. Familiarity with Active Directory and Microsoft 365 is preferred.

Qualifications

• Proficient with macOS and Windows operating systems.
• Strong problem-solving and troubleshooting skills.
• Ability to communicate effectively with staff and volunteers.

Responsibilities

• Maintain workstation setup and user accounts (AD, 365).
• Perform password resets and basic account unlocks.
• Troubleshoot network connectivity (Wi‑Fi, VPN, network drives).
• Provide user support via phone, email, chat, or in person.
• Create and document troubleshooting steps for knowledge base.
• Install antivirus and manage software licenses.
• Assist training of new staff and volunteers.
• Oversee inventory of software and hardware components.

Skills

macOS

Windows

MS Office 365

Education

Associate or Bachelor's degree in CS/Engineering or related field

Tools

Active Directory

Microsoft 365

VPN

Help desk ticketing system

Job description

The Help Desk Technicianis responsible for the management of user workstations atLutheran Church of Hope.The Help Desk Technician, or“HD,”job dutiesinvolve configuring and overseeing network connections, data management, user settings, and security, and handling technical support issues for users as they arise.

We are seeking a driven individual with a passion for people and technology. The perfectcandidatewill have a background in IT, either personally orprofessionally, with aknackfor tinkering and learning.

Personal Responsibilities

• Maintain apositiveattitude toward others, greeting them with kindness. Be alert to the moods and needs of other staff on a professional basis.
• Maintain self-control and professionalism in dealing withothers,as well as confidentiality and professionalismin dealing with all situations.
• Demonstrate flexibility, creativity, and resourcefulness.
• Be committed to the concept of team spirit, supporting otherstaff and the church’s mission.
• Maintain a professional appearance appropriate for work.
• Adhere to the Lutheran Church of Hope Staff Covenant for spiritual, personal, and professional relationships and behavior.
• Maintain a vital and growing personal relationship with God.

General Duties

Help Desk Technicianduties include, but are not limited to:

• Performing password resets and basic account unlocks in systems such as Active Directory, Microsoft 365, and other business applications.
• Developing preventive maintenance procedures to avoid system failures.
• Creating, updating, and closing tickets with accurate notes and timely follow-up.
• Troubleshooting basic network connectivity issues, such as WiFi, VPN, and network drive access.
• Providing excellent customer service via phone, email, chat, or in person.
• Documenting steps taken to resolve issues and contributing to knowledge-base articles.
• Troubleshooting technical issues and escalating complex problems to appropriate support teams for resolution.
• Performing repairs and replacements of software and hardware peripherals.
• Providing job training to new hires as needed.
• Providing assistance to other administrators when requested.
• Performing failure analysis and determining corrective action plans.
• Planning and executing allotted work within deadlines and maintaining records of daily tasks.
• Overseeing inventory management of software and hardware components.
• Installing antivirus software and overseeing software license renewals.
• Monitoring and responding quickly and effectively to requests received through the IT help desk.
• Responding to customer queries by phone and email.
• Creating step-by-step training materials with screenshots for users.
• Other duties as assigned, however, related.

Specific Responsibilities& Job Details

• Prepare, set up and tear down check-interminalsfor weekly events, like children’s and student ministry.
• Activelymonitorand assist/troubleshoot the streaming of weekend services (Saturdays from 4:00-7:00 pm, Sundays from 7:00 am - 1:00 pm).Escalateto senior staff whennecessary (especiallyduring Christmas/Easter/VBS and other large events).
• Take part in weekly team meetings with the IT Director and other staff.
• Requiresevening, weekend, and holiday hours (on rotation with other staff, during service hours).

Skills, Education & Experience Required

• Ability and desire to learn and improve technical skills.
• Ability to lead, coordinate and manage multiple tasks.
• Troubleshooting and problem-solving skills.
• Proficient with macOSand Windowsoperating systems.
• Proficient with MSOffice 365 or general computer use.
• Effective communication skills, both written and verbal.
• Ability to prioritize and boundary ministry with personal and family life.
• Ability to supervise and equip staff and volunteers in a wide variety of ministry areas.
• Ability to perform a normal activity level of walking, standing, bending, stooping, kneeling and lifting weight up to 50 pounds.
• Potential to climb ladders and work at heights of 40 feet or more on catwalks or work platforms (safety training will be provided).
• Associate or bachelor’s degree in computer science , engineering, or related field experience (minimum high school graduate).
• Must have a driver’s license and car insurance.
• Awareness ofscripting experience in languages such asPS,Shell, Python, etc.,is a plus.
• Anycertifications are a plus.

Hours:

• Full time, 40 hours
• Requires evenings, weekends, and holidays
  
• Commensurate with position and experience, based upon National Wage Survey(s) of Comparative Churches
• Health insurance, 403(b) retirement savings plan, PTO