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University of Miami Sr. Desktop Support Technician in Miami, Florida
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The University of Miami/UHealth Department of Medical Student Education has an exciting opportunity for a full-time to work in Miami, FL. The Senior Desktop Support Technician provides technical user advice and support to academic and administrative staff for problems and questions related to network communications. The incumbent also monitors systems and advises senior staff of network application status.
CORE JOB FUNCTIONS
Acts as first point of contact for the problem determination process for desktop and network issues.
Organizes and prioritizes support requests.
Monitors, administers, tracks, and verifies completion of help desk tickets.
Assists staff with the installation, configuration, and ongoing usability of desktop computers, peripheral equipment, and software.
Prepares, installs, tests, and certifies any desktop configuration, including any necessary software drivers.
Conducts basic troubleshooting for desktop and laptop computers.
Performs preventive maintenance, including checking of workstation.
Executes PC hardware moves. Loads and configures software at desktop. Verifies software is functional and escalates issues.
Decommissions any existing hardware that has been replaced.
Completes, updates, and closes service center tickets.
Acts as a team lead for troubleshooting, systems backups, archiving, and disaster recovery.
Maintains several hardware platform standards and reviews regularly.
Records, tracks, and documents problem-solving process, including all successful and unsuccessful decisions made, and actions taken.
Maintains repairs and rebuilds desktop computer hardware and printers.
Adheres to University and unit-level policies and procedures and safeguards University assets.
DEPARTMENT SPECIFIC FUNCTIONS
Assists faculty and speakers with the use of audio-visual devices and presentation software.
Ensures that equipment used for presentations is correctly configured and operating properly.
Consults with stakeholders on technology needs and evaluates potential solutions in accordance with university standards and best practices.
Maintains departmental procedures and assists with accurate recordkeeping of technology assets.
Generates, analyzes, and distributes data reports illustrating system usage and other relevant metrics.
Assists with user administration and management of local systems or platforms.
Assists with content management within websites and intranets.
Creates and maintains training materials and provides user training for supported technologies.
Works on special projects as assigned.
This list of duties and responsibilities is not intended to be all-inclusive and may be expanded to include other duties or responsibilities as necessary.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
High school diploma or equivalent
Minimum 3 years of relevant experience
Skill in completing assignments accurately and with attention to detail.
Ability to analyze, organize and prioritize work under pressure while meeting deadlines.
Ability to process and handle confidential information with discretion.
Ability to work evenings, nights, and weekends as necessary.
Commitment to the University’s core values.
Ability to work independently and/or in a collaborative environment.
Proficiency in computer software (i.e. Microsoft Office).
Proficiency with modern commercial Audio Visual Equipment is required.
Experience providing in-person and hybrid AV support to end users is preferred.
Knowledge of Crestron control systems design and/or programming, preferred.
Ability to travel locally between university facilities required.
Ability to work non-regular hours (evenings, nights, weekends) as required.
Ability to lift and move up to 40 pounds with reasonable accommodation.
Ability to function under close deadlines with minimal supervision.
Position requires a flexible schedule as weekend weekly night events are conducted.
Experience working in an educational setting is preferred.
Knowledge of Adobe Creative suite is preferred.
Any appropriate combination of relevant education, experience and/or certifications may be considered.
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The University of Miami offers competitive salaries and a comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, tuition remission and more.
UHealth-University of Miami Health System, South Florida's only university-based health system, provides leading-edge patient care powered by the ground breaking research and medical education at the Miller School of Medicine. As an academic medical center, we are proud to serve South Florida, Latin America and the Caribbean. Our physicians represent more than 100 specialties and sub-specialties, and have more than one million patient encounters each year. Our tradition of excellence has earned worldwide recognition for outstanding teaching, research and patient care. We're the challenge you've been looking for.
Patient safety is a top priority. As a result, during the Influenza ("the flu") season (September through April), the University Of Miami Miller School Of Medicine requires all employees who provide ongoing services to patients, work in a location (all Hospitals and clinics) where patient care is provided, or work in patient care or clinical care areas, to have an annual influenza vaccination. Failure to meet this requirement will result in rescinding or termination of employment.
The University of Miami is an Equal Opportunity Employer - Females/Minorities/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities are encouraged to apply. Applicants and employees are protected from discrimination based on certain categories protected by Federal law. Click here (https://www.hr.miami.edu/careers/eo-ada/index.html) for additional information.
Job Status:
Full time
Employee Type:
Staff
Pay Grade:
A5
