Job Details

The Technical Support Specialist is responsible for desktop and remote user support for American Public University System (APUS) staff, both on-site and remote. This role serves as a first-touch response and support for all end users. The technical support specialist provides training to end users, performs diagnosis, trouble-shooting, and break-fix support for all desktop platforms. The incumbent oversees setup, configuration, and roll-out of equipment for new users, as well as provides upgrade services and relocation and configuration moves for existing users. Additionally, the technical support specialist recommends, researches, and implements new hardware and software solutions for end users. Detailed communication to management and engineering staff is required. This role works in a team environment supporting applications, development, and production systems operations; and escalates network, server, and application issues to the assigned team members.

Essential Functions:

• Assists all users and students with their questions about any of our supported software and computing platforms to the best of his/her ability in a professional and courteous manner.
• Displays good analysis and problem solving skills; accurately analyzes a situation and utilizes creative problem solving.
• Provides initial diagnosis of computer related software and hardware issues and resolves computer related issues.
• Creates and manages user accounts and access within policies to ensure optimal productivity.
• Troubleshoots and resolves end-user issues related to enterprise applications.
• Receives, logs, documents, appropriately routes, and tracks Help Desk problem or inquiry calls and service calls from University wide users and students.
• Documents and maintains Help Desk operations and procedures.
• Helps to maintain an inventory of University technology assets.
• Ensures compliance with University technology policies.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

• Standard office environment in Manassas, VA. Availability to work in Charles Town, WV office location as needed.
• Must have the ability to move and lift equipment up to 50 pounds.
• Core business hours are 8:30am- 5:00pm. Occasional evenings and weekends may be required.

• Expertise in the support of Microsoft desktop operating systems (XP and Win7).
• Ability to diagnose software and hardware problems.
• Experience with Active Directory, Group Policy, and Citrix.
• Ability to support core Microsoft applications.
• Ability to provide technical support by e-mail, phone, remote assistance, and face-to-face; professional demeanor and excellent communications skills are required.
• Good problem solving and analytical skills.
• Ability to work efficiently in a dynamic, expanding environment, both with and without direct supervision.
• Ability to learn the fundamentals of all software products used at the University.
• Ability to follow established workflow within the University's Help Desk.
• Accurate reporting skills and attention to detail.
• Understanding of fundamental computer networking technologies.
• Willingness and ability to learn new skills.