Technology Support Specialist

Primary Purpose; To provide campus wide technology and audio-visual (AV) support to faculty, staff, and students. The successful candidate will guide and support clients in the effective use of technology encompassing audio-visual, multimedia equipment, endpoints, and campus services. The Technology Support Specialist applies strong customer service and communication skills to deliver verbal and written information to assist technical and non-technical users and works collaboratively with stakeholders and team members from across campus to provide a high level of consistent customer service.

Nature of Work: This position is actively involved in supporting technology used in a distributive education model. This position will regularly provide users with advice and guidance by phone, email, within remote support sessions and in person as well as troubleshoot equipment problems under time pressure while exhibiting tact and diplomacy. This requires working closely and collaboratively with clients, team members and stakeholders. The position requires a strong practical base of knowledge and experience supporting AV and multimedia hardware, endpoint hardware and systems and applications in an enterprise- networked environment. This position will be assigned to support various campus locations as required. Periodic evening or weekend work may be required.

The University of Saskatchewan values diversity and Indigenous engagement is a strategic priority. In support of this priority, you will actively engage in learning to develop an understanding of diverse perspectives and how to incorporate equity, diversity, and inclusion into their work. 

Accountabilities

• Support faculty, staff, researchers and students with videoconferencing technology, support for computers, mobile, multimedia, network use, email, common applications, and applications specific to each department, face-to-face or per remote access.
• Delivery, on-site setup, and support of all multimedia equipment including multimedia carts, data projectors, wireless audio systems, monitors and video displays, video streaming and conferencing systems.
• Ensure all IT related support requests are captured and recorded within ICT’s official ticket response tracking system. Prepare activity summary reports.
• Coordinate service requests matching client needs with available technology solutions.
• Install, manage, and support endpoint equipment based on Windows, Macintosh, and mobile operating systems including iOS, and Android.
• Provide level 1 support and provide support for identified level 2 and 3 issues where configuration solutions have already been documented.
• Gather and analyze information about the user issue and determine the best way to resolve the problem. Escalate to the appropriate group if necessary.
• Follow established processes and document new knowledge in a central location.
• Evaluate documented resolutions and analyze trends for ways to improve future interactions.
• Build a strong rapport with customers.
• Apply diagnostic utilities to aid in troubleshooting.
• Access our local knowledge base and FAQ resources on the Internet/Intranet to aid in incident resolution.
• Develop documentation related to customized tasks, procedures, and services.
• Perform other related duties or projects as required.

Qualifications: The successful candidate will possess technical aptitude, people skills and experience with supporting technology and videoconferencing in a demanding enterprise environment.  A two-year diploma in a technical-related field is required. Experience providing level 1 and 2 support – installing, configuring, and troubleshooting operating systems and software under Windows, Macintosh and Linux are desired assets. Experience in installing and supporting mobile technology solutions in an enterprise along with networked point of sale systems would be considered an asset. We appreciate that non-traditional career paths may have developed a candidate’s competency, and alternate combinations of education and experience may be considered.

Skills: Strong customer service and communication skills to deliver verbal and written information for technical and non-technical users. Active listening, questioning skills, and strong documentation skills. Ability to effectively prioritize and execute tasks in a time sensitive environment. Ability to work with a range of technologies (as listed under Accountabilities section) and learn new technologies as required. Effective time management skills, including the ability to work on several tasks at once and to prioritize competing priorities. Ability to collaborate in a team-oriented environment.

Department: IT Support Services

Status: Permanent

Employment Group: ASPA

Shift: 8:00-4:30pm

Full Time Equivalent (FTE): 1.0

Salary: The salary range, based on 1.0 FTE, is $50,780.00 – 79,344.00 per annum. The starting salary will be commensurate with education and experience.

Salary Family (if applicable): Information Technology

Salary Phase/Band: Phase 1

Posted Date: 3/11/2024

Closing Date: at 6:00 pm CST
Number of Openings: 1
Work Location: May be eligible for hybrid work under the terms of USask’s Alternative Workspace Guidelines

The University is committed to employment equity, diversity, and inclusion, and are proud to support career opportunities for Indigenous peoples to reflect the community we serve. We are dedicated to recruiting individuals who will enrich our work and learning environments. All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply; however, in accordance with Canadian immigration requirements, Canadian citizens and permanent residents will be given priority. We are committed to providing accommodations to those with a disability or medical necessity. If you require an accommodation to participate in the recruitment process, please notify us and we will work together on the accommodation request. We continue to grow our partnerships with Indigenous communities across the province, nationally, and internationally and value the unique perspective that Indigenous employees provide to strengthen these relationships. Verification of Indigenous Membership/Citizenship at the University of Saskatchewan is led and determined by the deybwewin taapwaywin tapwewin: Indigenous Truth policy and Standing Committee in accordance with the processes developed to enact the policy. Successful candidates that assert Indigenous membership/citizenship will be asked to complete the verification process of Indigenous membership/citizenship with documentation. The University of Saskatchewan’s main campus is situated on Treaty 6 Territory and the Homeland of the Métis. We pay our respects to the First Nations and Métis ancestors of this place and reaffirm our relationship with one another. Together, we are uplifting Indigenization to a place of prominence at the University of Saskatchewan.