PT - Computer Analyst, Tier 1

Dallas Theological Seminary; Dallas (TX); On-site; USD 22,041 - 28,929; Part time

Job summary

Dallas Theological Seminary is seeking a part-time Computer Analyst, Tier 1, to provide frontline IT support for faculty, staff, and students at the Dallas Campus. You will assist with phones and in-person requests, handle escalation protocols, and support Windows, MacOS, iPadOS, and Office 365 across a large academic community.

The role emphasizes reliable service, documentation, and training non-technical users to use technology effectively within a dynamic educational setting.

Qualifications

• Administrative experience with one OS upgrade requested.
• Experience servicing MAC and PC hardware requested.
• At least two years related experience requested.

Responsibilities

• Provide excellent customer service to the DTS family (faculty, staff, students, alumni).
• Help ensure that IT policies and standards are observed.
• Install, administrate, monitor, and triage technology products, including Windows and Apple devices, Classroom AV equipment, and various other proprietary devices.
• Create and maintain IT documentation.
• Work with the IT staff community to analyze and resolve problems associated with technical issues.
• Escalate support for unresolved helpdesk issues.
• May test and recommend new procedures, software, and hardware.
• Train non-technical users to teach and equip the DTS family to utilize technology effectively.
• Other tasks as directed by DTS management and IT department personnel.

Skills

Customer service

Frontline communication

Windows

MacOS

Office 365

Classroom technology

Troubleshooting

Training non-technical users

Team communication

Cybersecurity basics

Education

Administrative experience

MAC/PC hardware experience

Two years related experience

Tools

Office 365

Mac & PC hardware

Job description

Job Details

Job Location: Dallas Campus - Dallas, TX 75204

Position Type: Part Time Hourly Non Exempt

Salary Range: $18.26 - $18.26 Hourly

Job Category: On Campus

Job Summary

The Computer Analyst, Tier 1 is responsible for providing excellent customer service to the faculty, staff, and students of DTS. This individual will be involved in frontline communication with DTS through answering phones and in-person requests and be responsible for understanding correct elevation protocol to more advanced technicians. They will likewise support, configure, recover, and manage the Windows, Apple and Mobile infrastructure, and classroom technology, with an emphasis on all Office 365 products. These systems support more than 500 employees and 2600 students in a demanding academic environment. It is the responsibility of the Computer Analyst to help foster quality technical services within the entire Information Technology department.

Duties/Responsibilities

• Provide excellent customer service to the DTS family (faculty, staff, students, alumni)
• Help ensure that IT policies and standards are observed.
• Install, administrate, monitor, and triage technology products, including Windows and Apple devices, Classroom AV equipment, and various other proprietary devices.
• Create and maintain IT documentation.
• Work with the IT staff community to analyze and resolve problems associated with technical issues.
• Escalate support for unresolved helpdesk issues.
• May test and recommend new procedures, software, and hardware.
• Train non-technical users to teach and equip the DTS family to utilize technology effectively.
• Other tasks as directed by DTS management and IT department personnel.

Qualifications

• Must display the ability to learn from others and listen to the input of team-members.
• Able to manage own projects efficiently and press towards goals without needing oversight.
• Able to listen to the problems of DTS family and help offer solutions.
• Able to communicate with respect and value for each member of the DTS family.
• Able to calmly identify problems through observation and questions and come up with solutions using all the tools at one’s disposal.
• Knowledge of Operating Systems: This primarily includes Windows 10 and 11, MacOS (from Big Sur to present), iPadOS, and iOS.
• Knowledge of Software: Understanding of Office 365 products as a skilled end-user.
• Hardware Proficiency: Ability to configure and organize staff workstations with an understanding of peripherals, power, and data connections.
• Basic Understanding of Cybersecurity: Understands key signs of what is legitimate, and what is likely a security risk when browsing the internet or receiving emails.
• Additional attributes include taking ownership, prioritizing, emotional fortitude, and resilience.

Education and Experience

• Administrative experience with one OS upgrade requested.
• Experience servicing MAC and PC hardware requested.
• At least two years related experience requested.

Physical Requirements

• Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and working on a computer.
• Must be able to lift up to 30 pounds for short periods.
• Must be able to stand on a ladder.
• Must be able to perform classroom maintenance.