USER SUPPORT COORDINATOR

State of Arkansas; Little Rock (AR); On-site; USD 60,000 - 99,000; Full time

Job summary

The Arkansas Department of Education is hiring a User Support Coordinator to ensure smooth operation of user support services. You will coordinate tasks, schedules, and workflows, working closely with the User Support Manager and staff to meet users' technical needs promptly and effectively.

Responsibilities include tracking issues in helpdesk systems, assisting with training materials, and providing first-line troubleshooting.

Qualifications

• Associate degree in information technology, computer science, or a related field, or equivalent work experience preferred.
• Two years of experience in a technical support role, preferably within a government or large organizational setting.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate the scheduling and prioritization of user support requests.
• Act as the point of contact for user support requests, ensuring they are addressed in a timely and efficient manner.
• Track and document issues in helpdesk systems, ensuring accurate reporting and follow-up.
• Assist in developing and updating training materials for both staff and end users.
• Provide first-line troubleshooting for routine technical issues.
• Escalate unresolved issues to appropriate higher-level support staff.
• Assist with the analysis of support trends to help identify recurring issues.
• Ensure that support resources are effectively allocated to meet user demands.

Skills

Organizational skills

Time management

Technical troubleshooting

Communication to non-technical users

Helpdesk ticketing

Customer service

Documentation

Education

Associate degree in IT/CS or related field

Tools

Helpdesk software

Job description

Position Number: 22082591

County: Pulaski

Posting End Date: 10/5/2026

ADE

Join the Arkansas Department of Education where each student is recognized as an individual. Through a cultivation of world-class educators, partnering with communities, and an influx of social supports, Arkansas Department of Education provides multi-level supports that help ensure students will receive a personalized education and develop a life-long love of learning.

Position Information

Job Series: User Support - Career-path

Classification: User Support Coordinator

Pay Grade: IST05

Salary Range: $60,416 - $98,574

Job Summary

The User Support Coordinator ensures the smooth operation of user support services by coordinating tasks, scheduling, and managing workflows. This role works closely with both the User Support Manager and other support staff to ensure users' technical needs are met promptly and effectively. The coordinator also helps in troubleshooting and resolving user issues when necessary.

Primary Responsibilities

Coordinate the scheduling and prioritization of user support requests.

Act as the point of contact for user support requests, ensuring they are addressed in a timely and efficient manner.

Track and document issues in helpdesk systems, ensuring accurate reporting and follow-up.

Assist in developing and updating training materials for both staff and end users.

Provide first-line troubleshooting for routine technical issues.

Escalate unresolved issues to appropriate higher-level support staff.

Assist with the analysis of support trends to help identify recurring issues.

Ensure that support resources are effectively allocated to meet user demands.

Knowledge and Skills

Strong organizational and time management skills.

Ability to communicate technical information to non-technical users.

Basic knowledge of operating systems, applications, and troubleshooting techniques.

Familiarity with helpdesk ticketing systems and tracking tools.

Excellent customer service skills and attention to detail.

Minimum Qualifications

An associate's degree in information technology, computer science, or a related field, or equivalent work experience preferred. Two years of experience in a technical support role, preferably within a government or large organizational setting.

Licensure/Certifications

N/A

OTHER JOB RELATED EDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCE MAY BE SUBSTITUTED FOR ALL OR PART OF THESE BASIC REQUIREMENTS, EXCEPT FOR CERTIFICATION OR LICENSURE REQUIREMENTS, UPON APPROVAL OF THE QUALIFICATIONS REVIEW COMMITTEE.

The State of Arkansas is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, age, disability, citizenship, national origin, genetic information, military or veteran status, or any other status or characteristic protected by law.