IT Specialist I

Citizens State Bank; Hudson (WI); On-site; USD 52,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) with company match

Health, Dental & Vision insurance

Paid time off

Job summary

Citizens State Bank in Hudson, WI seeks an IT Specialist I to ensure reliable technology infrastructure and systems. You will join a team focused on delivering exceptional service to customers and supporting local communities.

The role requires strong technical abilities, solid communication skills, and a willingness to work outside regular hours for project needs. Travel to bank offices may be required, with a drive-ready license and vehicle provided by the employer.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of experience in computer operations, help desk, or PC/LAN/Cloud support.
• Associate degree or comparable IT training required; bachelor’s degree desirable.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills.
• Valid Class D driver’s license and own vehicle for day travel.
• Willing to work additional hours including weekends as needed.

Responsibilities

• Assist with installation, configuration, and maintenance of cloud-based environments.
• Assist staff with daily hardware/software issue resolution; track tickets in IT Ticketing system.
• Assist installation and maintenance of software packages and OS on multiple platforms (Core-Banking Systems, Windows Server, PCs).
• Perform daily IT checklists; verify systems and security posture.
• Prepare and set up new PCs/laptops at end-user workstations and related hardware tasks.
• Assist in administration and monitoring of PC, network, telecommunications, cloud and application system security; review CISA advisories.
• Assist with new employee setup and termination access removals.
• Maintain accurate records of work performed, configurations, licenses, installations, and inventories.

Skills

Strong technical abilities

Solid communication skills

Oral and written communication

Education

Associate degree in IT

Bachelor’s degree in technology desirable

Tools

IT Ticketing System

Core-Banking Systems

Job description

Citizens State Bank, a community bank in Western Wisconsin, is seeking to hire an IT Specialist I. The IT Specialist I will have a vital role in the bank, ensuring optimal functionality of technology infrastructure and systems.

A successful candidate for this position will have strong technical abilities and solid communication skills. You will be joining a team that is focused on meeting the needs of its customers and delivering exceptional service. Citizens State Bank is proud to be a community-based bank committed to supporting the local communities.

Responsibilities

• Assist with installation, configuration, and ongoing maintenance of various cloud-based environments
• Assist bank staff with daily technical hardware and software problem resolution, in a timely manner. Track all tickets via IT Ticketing application.
• Assist with installation, configuration and ongoing maintenance of various software packages and operating systems on multiple platforms (Core-Banking Systems, Windows Server, PC).
• Perform daily IT checklists, validating all systems are performing as expected and security posture is as expected.
• Perform new PC & laptop preparation, setup and software customization, installation of new PCs & laptops at end user workstations and other computer hardware/software tasks.
• Assist in the administration and monitoring of PC, network, telecommunications, cloud and application system security. Review periodic security advisories from CISA.
• Assist with new employee application setup and terminated employee application access removal.
• Ensure accurate records are kept and maintained regarding work performed, technical configurations, software licensing, product installation and update procedures, maintenance, purchases, and hardware/software inventories.

• IT minimum 2 years experience in computer operations, help desk, telecommunications, and/or PC/LAN/Cloud & Windows Active Directory support is required.
• Associate college or computer institute degree or some college and specialized computer training in operations, programming, telecommunications, PC/LAN/Cloud/Windows support, etc. is required. Bachelor's degree in technology related field is desirable.
• Well-developed oral and written communication skills to conduct tutorials and demonstrations, prepare documentation, and communicate in an effective and positive manner with peers, clients, and management.
• Must have Valid Class D driver’s license and personal vehicle for day travel to provide support at various bank offices.
• May be required to work additional hours before or after normal business hours including weekends as required by special projects.
• Working knowledge of bank operations and procedures is desirable.
• Exposure to customer service functions and commitment to maintaining quality customer service.

Our core values of integrity, customer focus, team focus, and agility are the foundation of our business and a guide that is used every day to serve our customers and employees alike. Our team enjoys collaborating with leadership who is respectful, supportive, and flexible as we work together toward a common goal of providing friendly, personalized service throughout our communities in Western Wisconsin. The bank is headquartered in Hudson and has four additional offices to serve its customers -- Elmwood, Menomonie, Roberts, and Woodville.

There may be other daily and on demand duties as necessary. A complete job description is available by request. Citizens State Bank is proud to be an affirmative action/equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other status protected under local, state or federal laws. Citizens State Bank is a Member of the FDIC and an Equal Housing Lender.

Benefits

• offers all full-time employees a competitive salary, 401(k) including a company match, competitive health insurance, dental insurance and vision insurance.
• Additionally, employees are offered a generous Paid-Time Off plan (including all federal holidays)! Life and long-term disability insurance are also paid for by Citizens State Bank for all full-time employees.