User Support Specialist III

775 Chickasaw Strategic Pointe, LLC; Rockville (MD); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical

Dental

Vision

401(k)

Family Planning/Fertility Assistance

STD/LTD/Basic Life/AD&D

Legal-Aid Program

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Paid Time Off (PTO) – Federal Holidays

Training and Development Opportunities

Job summary

Chickasaw Nation Industries, Inc. seeks a User Support Specialist III to provide IT services support for the IHS and remote locations. You will be part of a team delivering first-response assistance for desktop and peripheral issues.

The role requires strong problem-solving, customer service excellence, and the ability to log tickets clearly in ticketing systems. Onsite work five days a week is expected.

Qualifications

• Associates degree in Information Technology or a related field of study, and five (5) years’ of relevant experience in an IT help desk support environment as specified below; or equivalent combination of education / training / experience.
• Experience as an applications programmer on large-scale systems, knowledge of computer equipment, and ability to develop complex software to satisfy design objectives preferred.

Responsibilities

• Serves as the initial point of contact for call center support for agency programs.
• Provides computer users with problem-solving support via phone and email.
• Resolves less complex issues immediately, and elevates more complex issues to senior level support or supervisory personnel.
• Troubleshoots user problems with computer software and hardware, electronic mail, directories, standard Windows desktop applications, specific customer applications and with printers.
• Uses proper troubleshooting techniques, analyzes user-related problems in assigned applications, and applies or recommends solutions.

Skills

IT Help Desk

Ticketing Systems

Customer Service

Troubleshooting

Communication

Education

Associate IT degree

Five years help desk exp

Tools

Ticketing Software

Job description

SUMMARY

The User Support Specialist III provides information technology services support for the Indian Health Service (IHS) and remote locations. This position works in a team environment to provide first response assistance in resolving desktop and peripheral user support issues.

Chickasaw Nation Industries, Inc. serves as a holding company with multiple subsidiaries engaged in several lines of business (Technology, Infrastructure & Engineering, Health, Manufacturing, Public Safety, Consulting, and Transportation) for the federal government and commercial enterprises. A portion of our profits is used to support Chickasaw citizens. We are proud to support the economic development and long-term viability of the Chickasaw Nation and its people.

CNI offers premium benefits eligible on the first day of hire to full time employees; (Medical - Dental – Vision), Company Life Insurance, Short-Term and Long-Term Disability Insurance, 401(K) Immediate Vesting, Professional Development Assistance, Legal Aid Assistance Program, Family Planning / Fertility Assistance, Personal Time Off, and Observance of Federal Holidays.

ESSENTIAL REQUIREMENTS

• Must be a U.S. born or naturalized citizen due to government or federal requirement


• Must be able to obtain required government security clearance


• 5 days onsite work


• Knowledge and understanding of the tools, concepts, practices, and procedures related to an IT help desk user support environment


• Working knowledge utilizing service desk software tools and applications


• Knowledgeable and skilled in the use of ticketing systems with ability to clearly and concisely log tickets


• Ability to read and interpret common information systems documents and translate into layman terminology


• Excellent problem-solving skills with ability to troubleshoot computer hardware / software issues


• Excellent critical thinking skills with ability to identify, analyze and resolve problems / issues


• Excellent verbal and written communications skills with ability to effectively communicate / interact with a wide variety of technical and non-technical audiences (i.e., customers, team members, management and federal staff)


• Exceptional customer service skills with ability to respond to requests in a professional, helpful and timely manner


• Ability to use tact in handling difficult individuals and/or situations


• Ability to resolve difficult or challenging problems within the assistance of senior support or the use of outside software analysis support


• Highly organized with ability to multitask


• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and to learn and apply new knowledge and techniques related to incident response


• Ability to effectively work both independently and in a team environment for the successful achievement of goals


• Ability to lift 25 pounds

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Serves as the initial point of contact for call center support for agency programs.


• Provides computer users with problem-solving support via phone and email.


• Resolves less complex issues immediately, and elevates more complex issues to senior level support or supervisory personnel.


• Conducts all interactions in a professional manner.


• Troubleshoots user problems with computer software and hardware, electronic mail, directories, standard Windows desktop applications, specific customer applications and with printers.


• Uses proper troubleshooting techniques, analyzes user-related problems in assigned applications, and applies or recommends solutions.


• Helps to control issues by ensuring a timely response process, which includes problem recognition, research, isolation and follow-up steps.


• Occasionally performs onsite installations, and provides startup or cutover guidance on applications that require significant deployments and/or data conversion efforts.


• Performs applications development testing support, and assists with documentation.


• Helps with user inquiries on how to use applications.


• Helps with user training on assigned software applications.


• Works with established instructional design concepts and guidelines for effective training materials.


• May work as part of a team to develop a standardized training approach for new employees on required skill sets.


• Reviews customer satisfaction survey results and researches tickets, as needed.


• Learns new applications and supports new areas, as needed.

EDUCATION / EXPERIENCE

Associates degree in Information Technology or a related field of study, and five (5) years’ of relevant experience in an IT help desk support environment as specified below; or equivalent combination of education / training / experience. Experience as an applications programmer on large-scale systems, knowledge of computer equipment, and ability to develop complex software to satisfy design objectives preferred.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of this job. Work is primarily performed in an office environment. Regularly required to sit. Regularly required use hands to finger, handle, or feel, reach with hands and arms to handle objects and operate hand tools, computers, and/or controls. Required to speak and hear. Frequently required to stand on ladders or objects, walk and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl under or behind objects. Must frequently lift and/or move up to 10 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus. Minimal risk of electrical shock.

BENEFITS

• Medical


• Dental


• Vision


• 401(k)


• Family Planning/Fertility Assistance


• STD/LTD/Basic Life/AD&D


• Legal-Aid Program


• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)


• Paid Time Off (PTO) – (11) Federal Holidays


• Training and Development Opportunities

ABOUT US

#INDCNI Chickasaw Nation Industries, Inc. (CNI) is a federally chartered corporation wholly owned by the Chickasaw Nation. Headquartered in Norman, Oklahoma, CNI serves as a holding company with multiple subsidiaries that operate as Limited Liability Companies (LLCs) engaged in several lines of business including Civilian, Defense, Filtration, Network Services, and Research, Development, Test and Evaluation. CNI supports a diverse culture that offers innovative approaches and customer-centered services. We are proud to support the economic development of the Chickasaw Nation and to contribute to the tribal mission of enhancing the overall quality of life of the Chickasaw people. A portion of our profits is used to support Chickasaw citizens through a multitude of programs and services such as education, health care, nutrition services, housing programs, legal services, elder and child care and community support programs. Successful economic development is an integral part of the Chickasaw Nation’s operations.