Tier 1 Helpdesk Analyst (Reading PA)
This is an AbilityOne project and your employment is contingent upon compliance with the Javits Wagner O' Day Act (JWOD) including its provisions for the employment for persons with disabilities. Persons with verifiable disabilities strongly encouraged to apply. Must be willing to comply with Federal Mandates.
General Function
Under supervision of Level II agents, and management the Service Desk Support I Tier Iwill provide technical software, hardware and network problem resolution, making independent decisions by performing question/problem diagnosis in a call center environment. Other responsibilities include password resets, e-mail requests, Fax, Web requests and direct requests for Service Desk support. Service Desk Support I Tier I will document, research, identify and attempt to solve technical problems on initial call and/or triage where appropriate for resolution.
Document and track support activity and clearly communicate technical solutions in a user friendly professional manner. Candidate will perform all other related duties assigned. Uses expertise in customer service and technical knowledge gained from prior experience to resolve issues surrounding installation, applications/systems, functionality, and training on software and/or hardware products. Develops working relationships to support the goal of providing customers with excellent service as outlined in Service Level Agreements (SLAs), for First Call Resolution (FCR), Abandon rate and Queue Management.
Essential Duties & Responsibilities
The duties listed below are intended only as illustrations of the various types of work that may be performed. The omission of specific statements of duties does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar, related or a logical assignment to this position.• Assist users with all modules as well as security-related and password reset issues, whereapplicable. • Troubleshoot, diagnose and resolve application issues by researching problems using availableinformation resources such as closed tickets, FAQ's, alerts, or defect logs. • Collaborate effectively with other Service Desk staff members and trainers to resolveunfamiliar issues. • Advise users on appropriate action and turnaround times if the information is available, as wellas follow up with them accordingly to provide the requested information once received.• Log all Service Desk calls, emails, and voicemails into the ticketing tool for tracking purposes. • Follow Standard Operating Procedures (SOP). • Identify and escalate situations requiring urgent attention or expert knowledge to appropriateLevel II staff.• Route problems, create, track and document resolutions in regards to all ticket requestassignments. • Stay current with system information, changes and updates by attending Service Desk weeklymeetings. • Respond to incoming requests for assistance via calls, emails, or voicemails. • Work on supervisor-assigned projects when requested.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities required:
• Excellent customer service skills.• Strong verbal and written communication skills.• Superior interpersonal skills and telephone etiquette.• Good analytical and problem-solving skills.• Ability to deal with stress associated with fast-paced work environment.• Ability to make judgment decisions and adapt to changing work situations.• Ability to handle 50+ calls per day with calls being different in level of complexity• Ability to work independently, as part of a team, with customers, peers and management• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite and various Windows operating systems.• Previous experience supporting general Applications, Telecommunications, Database, Development Tools and Languages, Server, LAN, WAN, Network Mgt, UNIX, PCHardware, Security and Web Apps.• Willingness to work flexible hours/occasional weekend hours.• Associate Degree in Information Technology or equivalent work experience.• Current HDI certification and or willingness to become HDI certified
Physical and Mental Demands
The physical and mental demands described here are representative of those that must be met by employees to successfully perform the essential functions of this class. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. You will be regularly required to sit, talk or hear in person and by multi-media, use hands to finger, handle, feel or operate standard office equipment and reach with hands and arms. vision abilities required by this job include close vision and the ability to adjust focus.While performing the duties of this class, employees are regularly required to effectively use written and oral communication skills; read and interpret data, information and documents; analyze and solve problems; use math and mathematical reasoning; learn and apply new skills and information; perform highly detailed work on multiple, concurrent tasks; and interact with Pomeroy employees, Clients and Vendors.
Specific incumbent must maintain composure in a fast paced, high quality environment where personal and team accountabilities are the defining factors.
16.17 To 16.17 (USD) Hourly
