Technician, Desktop Support
FLSA Status:Salaried Non Exempt
Posted Salary Range:Commensurate with experience
Employment Status:Full Time
Department:Center for Information Technology & Services
Job Summary:The incumbent supports user desktop infrastructure and application needs. He/she performs activities involving desktop hardware, software and other peripheral devices.
Knowledge of desktop operations practices, procedures and te3chniques
Knowledge of multi-programing computer operating techniques
Knowledge of job control language and utilities
Knowledge of MAC computers
Knowledge of computer peripheral equipment operations
Good communication skills, verbal, written and interpersonal
Ability to communicate technical information effectively to technical and non-technical individuals
Ability to operate a multi-programming digital electronic computer
Ability to train a small technical staff
Ability to plan, schedule, direct, oversee and evaluate the work of a small technical staff
Ability to acquire knowledge of applications run during the assigned shift
Troubleshoots issues concerning all desktop work order requests to ensure the attainment of established unit goals
Develops and maintains desktop operations, priorities and equipment to maximize operational effectivenessMaintains inventory control records and directs acquisition and distribution of computer supplies to ensure availability of required materialsRecommends improved service routines and production techniquesOperates and controls computer equipment and auxiliary devicesEvaluates security requirements, rules and procedures, recommending security improvements as neededConfers and coordinates with operations sections institution-wide, individual users and vendors
Schedules mandatory maintenance on equipment to ensure equipment is in good working order and to minimize downtime
Other related duties, as assigned
Four (4) years of operating experience in multi-processing, multi-programming, and multi-systems computer operations.
Associate's degree or equivalent in Computer Science or related field
Ability to sit at a workstation for extended periods
Occasional ability to lift, carry and put away items weighing up to 25 pounds
Normal physical mobility, which includes movement from place to place on the job, taking distance and speed into account
Normal physical agility, which includes ability to maneuver body while in place
Normal physical strength to handle routine office materials and tools
Normal dexterity of hands and fingers
Normal coordination, including eye-hand, hand-footNormal endurance
N/A
Work in noisy (above 85 decibels) areas:No
Sedentary Work - Exerting 10 pounds:Frequently
Light Work - Exerting up to 20 pounds:Frequently
Medium Work - Exerting 20-50 pounds:Frequently
Heavy Work - Exerting 50-100 pounds:Occasionally
Very Heavy Work - Exerting in excess of 100 pounds:Occasionally
Travel:Occasionally
Extended Work Hours:Occasionally
Posting Number:S1078
Number of Vacancies:1
Location:Lorman
Open Date:11/13/2024
Open Until Filled:Yes
EEO Statement:EEO Statement:
Alcorn State University does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, age, disability, or other factors prohibited by law in any of its educational programs, activities, services, admissions, or employment practices. The following offices are designated to handle inquires and/or complaints regarding non-discriminatory policies and procedures of Alcorn State University:
Complaints, inquiries, or specific requests in regard to Title IX and Section 504 directives should be made to: Title IX Office, Walter Washington Administration Bldg., Room 519A, Lorman, MS, 39096, .
Complaints, inquiries, or requests in regard to non-discrimination in employment practices should be made to: Human Resources Department, Walter Washington Administration Bldg., Room 107, Lorman, MS, 39096,
Questions, complaints, or requests in regard to ADA/ADAAA compliance in employment practices should also be made to the department of human resources.
Excellent Benefits Package