Technical Support Specialist

Crowell & Moring; United States; On-site; USD 61,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Healthcare

Vision

Dental

Retirement plan

Paid time off

Backup childcare

Wellness programs

Cultural events

Job summary

Crowell & Moring LLP seeks a Technical Support Specialist to deliver direct technical support to attorneys and staff, troubleshooting hardware, software, and network issues. The role requires strong communication and client-service orientation, with a focus on solving problems quickly and effectively within a legal environment.

The position includes after-hours on-call duties and ongoing training to stay current with technology and firm policies.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in an IT-related field or equivalent training/experience.
• Minimum of two years' directly related experience in a technical support role.
• Experience supporting attorneys and staff with hardware, software, and network issues is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Resolves incoming requests for assistance related to hardware, software, networking and other computer technologies.
• Analyzes and resolves problems considering shifting priorities and resources; documents resolutions in the tracking system.
• Documents all support calls in the Service Desk system and escalates when needed; monitors progress to resolution.
• Monitors activity and informs team/manager of trends in calls and solutions.
• Troubleshoots and identifies failing parts or systems using diagnostic tools.
• Installs, configures, tests, maintains, and troubleshoots workstations and related hardware/software.
• Keeps knowledge of products, policies, and support delivery methods updated.
• Participates in special projects and tests new technology solutions.
• Models client service orientation and professionalism at all times.
• Improves technical proficiency through self-training and internal/external courses.
• Provides after-hours 24x7 on-call technical support as part of rotation.

Skills

PC skills

Microsoft Office

Windows OS

Legal applications

Communication

Client service

Time management

Physical ability

Education

Bachelor's degree in IT

Tools

iManage

ChangePro

Litera

Job description

Crowell & Moring LLP is an international law firm with offices in the United States, Europe, MENA, and Asia that represents clients in litigation and arbitration, regulatory and policy, intellectual property, and transactional and corporate matters. The firm is internationally recognized for representing Fortune 500 companies in high-stakes litigation and government-facing matters, as well as its ongoing commitment to pro bono service and diversity, equity, and inclusion. At Crowell & Moring, exceptional client service begins with exceptional people. We are committed to delivering responsive, high-quality, and professional service to our clients and to one another, while continuously elevating standards of excellence across every aspect of our work.

Job Summary

The Technical Support Specialist is responsible for providing direct technical support and troubleshooting assistance to attorneys and staff to identify, research, track, monitor and resolve technical issues.

Job Responsibilities

• Resolves incoming requests for assistance from customers experiencing problems with hardware, software, networking, and other computer related technologies in compliance with service level agreements.
• Analyzes and resolves problems according to shifting priorities, time frames and resources, as well as documenting resolutions in call tracking system.
• Effectively documents all support calls into Service Desk ticketing system and, if necessary, escalates calls to proper internal or external support person. Monitors progress through resolution.
• Monitors support activity and informs team/manager of any perceived trends, positive or negative, in calls being received and/or solutions being employed.
• Troubleshoots, diagnoses and identifies failing/failed parts or systems through the use of hardware diagnostic software and routines.
• Installs, configures, tests, maintains, monitors, and troubleshoots customer workstations and related hardware and software in order to deliver required service levels.
• Acquires and maintains knowledge of relevant products, current support policies, and methods of support delivery.
• Participates in special projects as requested.
• Performs testing and evaluation of new technology solutions.
• Consistently models the highest levels of client service orientation and professionalism.
• Continually improves technical proficiency through research, self-training and participation in internal and external training opportunities.
• Continually improves client service through diligent, thoughtful and timely execution of support requests.
• Participates in the after-hours on-call rotation, providing on-call 24×7 technical support.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Advanced personal computer skills including hardware, operating system and software knowledge, and legal applications (iManage, ChangePro, Litera, etc.).
• Ability to troubleshoot Microsoft Office Applications and Windows OS. Legal application knowledge preferred (iManage, ChangePro, Litera, etc.).
• Demonstrated ability to communicate clearly and effectively, both orally and in writing with attorneys, staff and external contacts.
• Ability to communicate technical concepts to non-technical users.
• Ability to provide quality client service to both internal and external contacts, regarding matters of a routine nature.
• Demonstrated ability to organize and prioritize work in a dynamic and complex environment to meet deadlines and daily requirements.
• Demonstrated ability to work effectively both independently and with others in a cooperative, enthusiastic and friendly manner to accomplish position functions and participate in team efforts.
• Ability to safely lift, move and carry items weighing up to 50 lbs.

Education

The position requires a Bachelor’s Degree in an IT related field or specialty. Equivalent training and experience may substitute for education.

Experience

The position requires a minimum of two (2) years of increasingly responsible, directly related experience during which knowledge, skills and abilities applicable to the position were demonstrated.

Pay Range

$61,000 – $90,000 – Washington DC, Orange County, Los Angeles

$70,000 – $100,000 – San Francisco

Our Firm is committed to fair and equitable compensation practice in accordance with applicable laws. Additional compensation may include a discretionary bonus. The salary for this position may vary based on location, market data, an applicant’s skills and prior experience, certain degrees and certifications, and other factors.

Crowell & Moring LLP offers a competitive compensation and comprehensive benefits package. Our benefits include healthcare, vision, dental, retirement, and all-purpose leave and progressive options such as back up childcare, wellness programs, cultural events and social activities. We take great pride in our positive, friendly culture that rewards hard work and success, at the same time recognizing the importance of family and community service.

Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.

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