IT Support Specialist

Red River Credit Union; Texarkana (TX); On-site; USD 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Red River Credit Union in Texarkana, TX is seeking an IT Support Specialist to join a team handling daily technology requests and specialized systems. You will support users across departments, resolve issues, and contribute to security and efficiency.

The role emphasizes strong communication, attention to detail, and the ability to work independently or in a team, with on-call rotation and documentation duties.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of experience in information technology support.
• Strong customer service and communication skills.
• Familiarity with Active Directory and Office 365.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and manage multiple tickets.
• Detail-oriented with good documentation skills.

Responsibilities

• Process and manage technology support tickets efficiently.
• Set up and maintain user accounts in Active Directory and Office 365.
• Provide IT support via email, chat, phone, and onsite.
• Create detailed logs and documentation in ticketing systems.
• Assist with system deployments and moves/adds/changes.
• Maintain asset inventory and contribute to process improvements.
• Ensure data security and privacy across systems.
• Collaborate in a fast-paced team environment and on-call rotations.

Skills

IT support experience

AD/Office 365 knowledge

Communication skills

Team player / independent

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

IT certifications

Tools

Active Directory

Office 365

Proprietary systems

Job description

Description

Position Title:

IT Support Specialist

Reports To:

IT Support Manager

Basic Function:

The IT Support Specialist is part of a team supporting the credit unions daily technology requests and challenges, along with specialized support to proprietary systems and applications.

Responsibilities:

• Process and handle technology support requests, while prioritizing and managing multiple tickets.
• User account setup and maintenance within Active Directory, O365, and proprietary systems.
• Provide IT support through various methods such as email, chat, phone, and onsite.
• Create detailed work logs and process documentation in ticketing system.
• Perform system deployments ranging from single users to organization wide rollouts.
• Perform moves/add/changes to systems across all departments and branches.
• Make recommendations to refine processes and efficiency standards.
• Maintain inventory of assets and surplus equipment.
• Support configuration and maintenance to a vast array of specialized and dynamic systems.
• Make recommendations to address system deficiencies.
• Able to work in a fast paced, real-time, and collaborative team environment.
• Able to work independently with excellent attention to detail.
• Perform root cause analysis.
• Ensure security and privacy of data, networks, and computer systems.
• Provide orientation and guidance to users on how to operate hardware and software.
• Organize and schedule upgrades and maintenance to assigned systems.
• Create and update technical documentation/procedures.
• Research, evaluate and recommend new technologies and improvements.
• Keep CIO informed on situations, tasks, and progress of deliverables.
• Participate in rotating on call responsibilities.
• Adheres to all Red River Employees Federal Credit Union policies and procedures.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

Qualifications:

• Two or more years of work experience in an information technology position. A college degree may be supplemented for experience.
• High school diploma or the equivalent. Degree in technology and/or IT certifications.
• Friendly, cheerful, and patient individual with good coaching skills.
• Must be a team player, while being able to work independently.
• Have a technical and logical thought process. Able to translate technical concepts into layman’s terms. Problem-solving skills with minimal guidance.
• Proficient computer skills and use of standard office equipment.
• Ability to stick to strict deadlines. Able to prioritize and complete tasks.
• Must be highly attentive to detail.
• Exceptional communication skills.
• Ability to meet, speak, and deal effectively with people, being professional always.
• Must maintain a neat and professional appearance.
• While the following list is not exhaustive and may be supplemented, identified physical requirements include the ability to operate normal office equipment, some lifting, not to exceed 50 pounds, and installation of office equipment in areas that may require climbing or working underneath desks.
• Ability to follow the core values of Team-Focused, Excellence, Authenticity, and Leading in Innovation.