Technical Support Specialist Associate
Evanston, IL 
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50236
Location
Evanston, Illinois
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Department: SoC Administration
Salary/Grade: NEX/13

Job Summary:

Completes general tasks to aid in the ongoing support of workplace endpoint technology. Carries out procedures to ensure that all products and services meet organization standards and user requirements. Assists in the installation, maintenance and testing of workplace endpoint technology to ensure proper operation and freedom from defects, and client satisfaction. Monitors and responds to technical problems utilizing hardware and software testing tools and techniques. May coordinate small projects.

Specific Responsibilities:

Strategic Planning

  • Assists in the creation of workplace endpoint technology replacement lifecycle plan for users.

Administration

  • Documents activities, events and materials used in maintenance logs or on service reports.
  • Creates system performance/configuration reports.
  • Maintains hardware and software inventories and documentation.

Development

  • Installs, configures and troubleshoots workplace endpoint technology using standard tools and test equipment while following established procedures.

Performance

  • Supports troubleshooting/triage assistance to users in a courteous and professional manner.
  • Recommends solutions to general problems, questions and inquiries encountered by clients according to established practices.

Supervises

  • Other duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications: (Education, experience, and any other certifications or clearances)

  • 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.
  • No experience required.

Target hiring range for this position will be between $22.52 - $28.15 per hour. Offered salary will be determined by the applicant's education, experience, knowledge, skills and abilities, as well as internal equity and alignment with market data

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




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Northwestern University is an Equal Opportunity, Affirmative Action Employer of all protected classes, including veterans and individuals with disabilities. Women, racial and ethnic minorities, individuals with disabilities, and veterans are encouraged to apply. Click for information on EEO is the Law.

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Job Summary
Start Date
As soon as possible
Employment Term and Type
Regular, Full Time
Required Education
Associate Degree
Required Experience
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