IT User Support Analyst

Kent State University; Twinsburg (OH); On-site; USD 42,000 - 44,000; Full time

Job summary

Kent State University in Twinsburg, OH is seeking an IT User Support Analyst to assist end users with PCs, servers, and mobile devices. You will configure hardware and software, install operating systems, and provide user guidance while escalating complex issues as needed.

The role requires a bachelor’s degree with experience in user support or an associate’s with relevant experience; travel to Geauga Campus may be possible, and evening hours are expected during the semester.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent with relevant experience in user support.
• Demonstrated ability to diagnose and resolve end-user issues.
• Experience configuring and maintaining end-user hardware and software.
• Knowledge of data security and access administration best practices.

Responsibilities

• Provide end-user support for PCs, servers, peripherals, apps and mobile devices.
• Resolve first-tier issues or escalate to Tier 3 when needed.
• Install, configure, and maintain desktops, software and operating systems.
• Communicate status updates and manage user expectations.
• Create and maintain documentation of departmental technologies.

Skills

Problem diagnosis

End-user device troubleshooting

Desktop OS management

Data security practices

Education

Bachelor's + 3 months exp

Associate's + 2 years exp

Comparable 4 years experience

Tools

Microsoft environments

Apple environments

Job description

Job Title:

IT User Support Analyst

Physical Location:

Twinsburg Academic Center - Twinsburg, OH

Salary:

$42,357 - $43,655

Basic Function:

Under routine supervision, provides support to end users for PCs, servers, peripherals, applications, hardware and mobile devices. Resolves problems that the first-tier of help desk support is unable to resolve. Reports to designated administrator.

Examples of Duties:

• Configure, install, monitor and maintain users’ computers and mobile hardware.
• Configure, install, monitor and maintain users’ software.
• Install operating systems on hardware, supporting multiple platforms.
• Communicate with users to help understand and resolve problems, including status updates on requests, expectation management and pending projects.
• Communicate with stakeholders on pending projects and IS initiatives.
• Conduct research on new technology as requested.
• Escalate more complex problems to expert/management level or Tier 3 as necessary.
• Prioritize efforts on local support level as emergent issues arise.
• Provide end-user training for standard applications (MS Office, Google apps, browser support); may also perform basic training for area‑specific applications.
• Create and maintain documentation of departmental technologies.
• May supervise student employees; may assist student employees with resolving user problems.
• May perform syncing/troubleshooting of mobile operating systems and devices, make recommendations to functional unit based on university standards.
• Perform related duties as assigned.

JOB COMPETENCIES:

• Work effectively with regular oversight.
• Identify and elevate complex or uncommon issues to supervisor.
• Exercise routine decision making on behalf of users.
• Work closely with supervisor on projects.

Additional Examples of Duties – if applicable:

May require travel to the Geauga Campus to assist with IT support coverage but primary location is Twinsburg

Minimum Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree and 3 months of relevant professional experience in user support.
• Or an Associate’s degree and 2 years of relevant professional experience in user support.
• Or comparable relevant professional experience in user support equivalent to 4 years.

Knowledge Of:

• Problem diagnosis, reporting and monitoring tools and processes *
• Selection, installation, configuration, troubleshooting and repair of end‑user devices (pc's, printers, peripheral devices) *
• Installation, configuration and maintenance of desktop operating systems, infrastructure services *
• Data security best practices and administration of access to departmental data and hardware assets

Skill In:

• Meeting and communicating with departmental supervisors and managers and stakeholders to better understand business needs
• Interpersonal communication to effectively interact with University personnel and public in person and over the telephone *
• Dealing diplomatically with internal and external constituents under stressful conditions

Ability To:

• Conduct end‑user training *
• Communicate effectively orally and in writing directly to end‑users with status updates on requests, expectation management, and pending projects *
• Prioritize day to day issues on local support level as emergent issues arise *
• Create and maintain effective documentation
• Provide work direction and guidance to others

Preferred Qualifications – if applicable:

Experience with Microsoft and Apple environments.

Assessments:

Asterisk (*) indicates knowledge, skills, abilities which may require assessments. Assessments could take the form of interview questions, a request to provide work samples or a written or practical test to assess job related competencies.

Working Conditions / Physical Requirements:

None

Working Schedule:

Evening hours during the semester - hours vary based on class schedules and building hours

Additional Information:

Must pass a security check.

For official job descriptions, visit www.kent.edu/hr.

We are an equal opportunity employer and are committed to non‑discrimination to employ and advance qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or protected Veteran status. We comply with VEVRAA and Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act and provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities.

Kent State University is committed to creating a community that is culturally and intellectually diverse and to attracting and retaining a diverse staff. We strive to create and maintain working and learning environments that respect differences, and are inclusive, welcoming, respectful and kind.

Kent State University is a Smoke‑Free, Tobacco‑Free University effective July 1, 2017. Smoking and tobacco use are not permitted on any of Kent State’s campuses or other locations and properties that are owned, operated, or leased by Kent State, both domestic and international. For additional details, visit www.kent.edu/smoke‑free.

Disclaimer:

The intent of this description is to illustrate the types of duties and responsibilities that will be required of positions given this title and should not be interpreted to describe all the specific duties and responsibilities that may be required in any particular position. Directly related experience/education beyond the minimum stated may be substituted where appropriate at the discretion of the Appointing Authority. Kent State University reserves the right to revise or change job duties, job hours, and responsibilities.