Technology Support Specialist (PA)

Finger Lakes Community College; City of Canandaigua (NY); On-site; USD 49,000 - 51,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

FSA

Tuition waiver

Retirement plan

Job summary

Finger Lakes Community College is seeking a Technology Support Specialist to maintain and support end-user technology across campus, including desktops, laptops, tablets, printers, and classroom systems. The role involves responding to IT Helpdesk tickets and coordinating with a team to replace devices as needed.

The position emphasizes customer service, strong diagnostic skills, and the ability to work with devices managed by JAMF, SCCM, or InTune, while supporting students and faculty with

Qualifications

• Associate degree in IT is required; bachelor’s degree preferred.
• 1–2 years' experience supporting a tech-rich environment.
• Experience with Windows and/or Apple operating systems.
• Familiar with classroom tech and collaboration tools (WebEx/Zoom/Teams).

Responsibilities

• Demonstrates a customer-focused attitude with strong attention to detail, ensuring timely effective resolution of issues.
• Applies excellent analytical and diagnostic skills to resolve issues quickly and accelerate when necessary, collaborating with the IT team to ensure issues are fully resolved.
• Designs and configures desktop software setups, plans system upgrades, and ensures proper configuration for both employee and student desktop and laptop systems.
• Provides end-user support for all technology-related needs.
• Uses device management tools (e.g., JAMF, SCCM, InTune) to ensure all devices are properly installed with required software for enterprise and instructional purposes.
• Troubleshoots and resolves issues with classroom technology, including document cameras, instructor PCs, SmartBoards, flat-panel TVs, projectors, Hyflex cameras/mics, PowerPoint sharing, and “clickers.”
• Supports the FLCC student laptop/tablet loaner program by assisting students, coordinating with the Helpdesk Specialist to track inventory, and ensuring devices are properly distributed and returned as part of College programs.
• Ensures all technology is accounted for in the FLCC Inventory and asset tracking system, updating inventory according to the college’s lifecycle replacement plan.
• Uses scripting tools to automate daily tasks where applicable.
• Assists faculty in utilizing instructional technology and classroom learning tools such as VR/AR, Poll Everywhere, Hyflex systems, and collaboration tool recordings.
• Follows best practices to safeguard college-owned devices from cyber threats.
• Investigates complex issues, collaborates with IT staff from other SUNY institutions, and evaluates potential solutions to design effective and proven strategies.
• Supervises student interns, providing guidance and support.
• Utilizes the Helpdesk Ticketing system, working with IT Helpdesk staff to ensure all necessary details are captured for each new ticket.
• Demonstrates flexibility in work schedule and locations as needed.

Skills

Windows support

macOS support

Device management

Classroom technology

Networking basics

Education

Associate degree (IT)

Bachelor's degree preferred

Tools

JAMF

SCCM

Intune

Job description

Career Opportunities with Finger Lakes Community College

The Technology Support Specialist’s primary focus is to support and maintain FLCC end-user technology such as desktops, laptops, tablets, printers, and classroom technology for students, faculty and support staff. The Technology Support Specialist will work as a member of a team of support specialists, responding to IT Helpdesk Tickets relating to end-user technology. The Technology Support Specialist will carry out system replacements based on the life-cycle replacement schedules and/or as needed.

FLCC is committed to diversity, equity and inclusion, and strives to provide an environment that embodies these principles. We strive to attract talented personnel from diverse backgrounds and traditions, particularly of race and ethnicity, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, nationality, culture, religion, worldview and physical and mental abilities. As such, applicants from historically under-represented groups are highly encouraged to apply.

Qualifications

• Educational Background: Associate’s degree in an IT related field is required, Bachelor’s degree preferred.
• Experience: 1 to 2 year’s experience supporting a technology rich and diverse environment. Experience and knowledge of one or both of Microsoft and/or Apple applications and operating systems required. Experience in a managed-device environment preferred.
• Special Skills: Preferred qualifications include experience managing both Apple and Windows devices, as well as familiarity with classroom technologies such as projection systems and collaboration tools like WebEx, Zoom, Teams, and other similar platforms used in educational settings. A basic understanding of networking concepts, including Wi-Fi, LAN, and VPN, is also preferred. Experience with IT in a Higher Education
  setting strongly preferred. A commitment to ongoing professional development and staying up-to-date with emerging technologies is highly valued. Additionally, the ability to handle multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment is essential.

Essential Functions

• Demonstrates a customer-focused attitude with strong attention to detail, ensuring timely effective resolution of issues.
• Applies excellent analytical and diagnostic skills to resolve issues quickly and accelerate when necessary, collaborating with the IT team to ensure issues are fully resolved.
• Designs and configures desktop software setups, plans system upgrades, and ensures proper configuration for both employee and student desktop and laptop systems.
• Provides end-user support for all technology-related needs.
• Uses device management tools (e.g., JAMF, SCCM, InTune) to ensure all devices are properly installed with required software for enterprise and instructional purposes.
• Troubleshoots and resolves issues with classroom technology, including document cameras, instructor PCs, SmartBoards, flat-panel TVs, projectors, Hyflex cameras/mics, PowerPoint sharing, and “clickers.”
• Supports the FLCC student laptop/tablet loaner program by assisting students, coordinating with the Helpdesk Specialist to track inventory, and ensuring devices are properly distributed and returned as part of College programs.
• Ensures all technology is accounted for in the FLCC Inventory and asset tracking system, updating inventory according to the college’s lifecycle replacement plan.
• Uses scripting tools to automate daily tasks where applicable.
• Assists faculty in utilizing instructional technology and classroom learning tools such as VR/AR, Poll Everywhere, Hyflex systems, and collaboration tool recordings.
• Follows best practices to safeguard college-owned devices from cyber threats.
• Investigates complex issues, collaborates with IT staff from other SUNY institutions, and evaluates potential solutions to design effective and proven strategies.
• Supervises student interns, providing guidance and support.
• Utilizes the Helpdesk Ticketing system, working with IT Helpdesk staff to ensure all necessary details are captured for each new ticket.
• Demonstrates flexibility in work schedule and locations as needed.

Physical Requirements

In accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, this job description contains only qualifications that are required, with or without a reasonable accommodation.

Capable of using a computer for extended periods.

Frequently travels to different areas of the building and bends to assist with equipment setup.

Able to lift up to 20 pounds to assist with various office tasks.

Able to communicate ideas and information clearly so others can understand, ensuring accurate exchange of information in all situations.

Benefits and salary range

• Competitive starting salary in the range of $48,847 to $51,289 and is commensurate with qualifications
• NYS retirement or Optional SUNY Retirement Program
• SUNY Voluntary Savings Plan

Comprehensive Health and Dental Insurance through Excellus BCBS

FSA

21 days of annual leave, 12 sick days, and 13.5 holidays annually

FLCC Tuition Waiver for employee and dependents

Tuition assistance – 4-year institutions

Special Notes

Visa sponsorship is not available for this position. If you currently need sponsorship or will need it in the future to maintain employment authorization, you do not meet eligibility requirements.

Finger Lakes Community College does not discriminate against any employee, applicant for employment, student or applicant for admission based on an individual’s race, color, national origin, religion, creed, age, disability, sex, gender identification, gender expression, sexual orientation, familial status, pregnancy, predisposing genetic characteristics, military status, veteran status, domestic violence victim status, criminal conviction or any other category protected by law. The College adheres to all federal and state civil rights laws prohibiting discrimination in public institutions of higher education.