Northwestern University
Technical Support Specialist
Northwestern University, Chicago, Illinois, United States, 60290
Job Summary
Provides standard installation and maintenance to users regarding workplace endpoint technology. Diagnoses and resolves user problems, questions and inquiries utilizing hardware and software testing tools and techniques. Coordinates standard projects, working closely with peers and users to deliver optimum service. Implements policies, procedures, and standards and ensures their conformance with information systems goals and procedures. Department : FSM IT Salary/Grade : NEX/15 This position is housed in the centralized Feinberg IT group and sits on the customer support team supporting the Feinberg School of Medicine. Specific Responsibilities
Strategic Planning Assists in the creation of workplace endpoint technology initiatives Administration Recommends modification of practices and procedures to increase effectiveness or efficiency. Authors Scopes of Work for small projects. Creates and maintains user documentation. Development Installs, repairs and adjusts workplace endpoint technology using standard tools and test equipment while following established procedures. Performs such tasks as replacing components, wiring circuits, taking test readings, and evaluating problems. Performs routine preventive maintenance tasks in accordance with established practices. Performance Diagnoses and resolves complex problems, questions and inquiries encountered by clients according to established practices. Miscellaneous Performs other duties as assigned. Minimum Qualifications
Successful completion of a full 2-year course of study in an accredited college or university leading to an associate's or higher degree; OR appropriate combination of education and experience. 2 years IT, CS user support or other relevant experience required. Infrastructure
Adobe Creative Cloud Suite Box Collaborative Storage Identity management/provisioning Information security Linux Operating System Mac OS X Operating System Microsoft Exchange Microsoft Lync Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Access, Outlook) Microsoft SharePoint Server hardware Storage hardware Windows Operating System Compliance
FERPA FISMA HIPAA HITECH Analytical
Critical Thinking Debugging Decision Making Judgment Problem Solving Read & interpret technical drawings Troubleshooting Use-case analysis Project
Collaboration and Teamwork Facilitate Collaboration Functional Documentation Organizational Skills Planning Benefits
At Northwestern, we are proud to provide meaningful, competitive, high-quality health care plans, retirement benefits, tuition discounts and more. Visit us at https://www.northwestern.edu/hr/benefits/index.html to learn more. Work-Life And Wellness
Northwestern offers comprehensive programs and services to help you and your family navigate life’s challenges and opportunities, and adopt and maintain healthy lifestyles. We support flexible work arrangements where possible and programs to help you locate and pay for quality, affordable childcare and senior/adult care. Visit us at https://www.northwestern.edu/hr/benefits/work-life/index.html to learn more. Professional Growth & Development
Northwestern supports employee career development in all circumstances whether your workspace is on campus or at home. If you’re interested in developing your professional potential or continuing your formal education, we offer a variety of tools and resources. Visit us at https://www.northwestern.edu/hr/learning/index.html to learn more. Northwestern University is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of protected characteristics, including disability and veteran status. View Northwestern’s non-discrimination statement. Job applicants who wish to request an accommodation in the application or hiring process should contact the Office of Civil Rights and Title IX Compliance. View additional information on the accommodations process.
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Provides standard installation and maintenance to users regarding workplace endpoint technology. Diagnoses and resolves user problems, questions and inquiries utilizing hardware and software testing tools and techniques. Coordinates standard projects, working closely with peers and users to deliver optimum service. Implements policies, procedures, and standards and ensures their conformance with information systems goals and procedures. Department : FSM IT Salary/Grade : NEX/15 This position is housed in the centralized Feinberg IT group and sits on the customer support team supporting the Feinberg School of Medicine. Specific Responsibilities
Strategic Planning Assists in the creation of workplace endpoint technology initiatives Administration Recommends modification of practices and procedures to increase effectiveness or efficiency. Authors Scopes of Work for small projects. Creates and maintains user documentation. Development Installs, repairs and adjusts workplace endpoint technology using standard tools and test equipment while following established procedures. Performs such tasks as replacing components, wiring circuits, taking test readings, and evaluating problems. Performs routine preventive maintenance tasks in accordance with established practices. Performance Diagnoses and resolves complex problems, questions and inquiries encountered by clients according to established practices. Miscellaneous Performs other duties as assigned. Minimum Qualifications
Successful completion of a full 2-year course of study in an accredited college or university leading to an associate's or higher degree; OR appropriate combination of education and experience. 2 years IT, CS user support or other relevant experience required. Infrastructure
Adobe Creative Cloud Suite Box Collaborative Storage Identity management/provisioning Information security Linux Operating System Mac OS X Operating System Microsoft Exchange Microsoft Lync Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Access, Outlook) Microsoft SharePoint Server hardware Storage hardware Windows Operating System Compliance
FERPA FISMA HIPAA HITECH Analytical
Critical Thinking Debugging Decision Making Judgment Problem Solving Read & interpret technical drawings Troubleshooting Use-case analysis Project
Collaboration and Teamwork Facilitate Collaboration Functional Documentation Organizational Skills Planning Benefits
At Northwestern, we are proud to provide meaningful, competitive, high-quality health care plans, retirement benefits, tuition discounts and more. Visit us at https://www.northwestern.edu/hr/benefits/index.html to learn more. Work-Life And Wellness
Northwestern offers comprehensive programs and services to help you and your family navigate life’s challenges and opportunities, and adopt and maintain healthy lifestyles. We support flexible work arrangements where possible and programs to help you locate and pay for quality, affordable childcare and senior/adult care. Visit us at https://www.northwestern.edu/hr/benefits/work-life/index.html to learn more. Professional Growth & Development
Northwestern supports employee career development in all circumstances whether your workspace is on campus or at home. If you’re interested in developing your professional potential or continuing your formal education, we offer a variety of tools and resources. Visit us at https://www.northwestern.edu/hr/learning/index.html to learn more. Northwestern University is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of protected characteristics, including disability and veteran status. View Northwestern’s non-discrimination statement. Job applicants who wish to request an accommodation in the application or hiring process should contact the Office of Civil Rights and Title IX Compliance. View additional information on the accommodations process.
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