Computer Specialist I Senior Computer Specialist II AS8145

OSU-Stillwater

Julie Edmondson

Monday through Friday 8:00am-5:00pm. 1 hour lunch break.

Regular Continuous/Until Further Notice

$16.21 - $28.50

Hourly

For full consideration please include a resume cover letter and contact information for three professional references.

Fire Protection Publications is a mission-driven values-based organization dedicated to the production of high-quality educational content for the international community of firefighters and first responders. The person in this role will be responsible for duties pertaining to IT for Fire Protection Publications.

Major Responsibilities

As a Computer Specialist I - Sr II you will:

• Provide on-site and remote end-user support for hardware and software issues including setting up new workstations and applications and offering user training and documentation.
• Research recommend and acquire hardware software and services in collaboration with vendors and OSU Purchasing while managing software licenses subscriptions and hardware purchases.
• Oversee identity management by creating and maintaining user accounts for networks cloud services and email ensuring proper configurations for new and existing employees.
• Maintain comprehensive documentation of IT procedures equipment and licenses.
• Maintain and update the front-end presentation and functionality of the IFSTA and IFSJLM websites collaborating with the maintenance team for testing and managing web updates.
• Develop and deliver training programs for FPP staff on technology systems.
• Provide IT support to International Fire Service Training Association (IFSTA) and its bi-annual conference (as needed).
• Other Duties as assigned

Position Details

• Full-time position
• Compensation for this position will be based on the work experience skills and abilities the selected candidate brings to the position.
• Comprehensive benefits packages including health retirement wellness programs and more. Learn more: OSU Employee Benefits
• This position requires the physical ability to lift up to 50 pounds occasionally.

Together we work hard to bring our organizational values to life. If you have a knack for service quality integrity collaboration please dont hesitate to apply. View our Mission and Values here.

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• High School/GED (degree must be conferred on or before agreed upon start date)

• Computer Specialist I:

  • Bachelors degree and one year of related experience OR
  • High school and six years related experience
  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills

  Computer Specialist II:

  • Bachelors degree and three years of related experience OR
  • High school and eight years related experience
  • Working knowledge of setting up and maintaining computer systems and servers including configuration
  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills

  Computer Specialist III:

  • Bachelors degree and five years of related experience OR
  • High school and ten years related experience
  • Detailed knowledge of setting up and maintaining computer systems and servers including configuration
  • Demonstrated leadership experience
  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills

  Senior Computer Specialist I:

  • Bachelors degree and seven years of related experience
  • Demonstrated leadership skills
  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills

  Senior Computer Specialist II:

  • Bachelors degree plus 10 years related experience or masters degree and 8 years related experience
  • Demonstrated leadership skills
  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills

Post-secondary education may substitute for years of required experience.

Skills Proficiencies and/or Knowledge:

• Excellent oral and written communications skills.
• Excellent interpersonal skills.
• Strong customer service skills
• Ability to work independently and in teams.
• Strong problem solving skills.
• Ability to analyze technical information and develop workable solutions.
• Ability to coordinate budget preparation and other administrative duties.
• Ability to provide project management.
• Knowledge in the area of PC hardware & software deployment troubleshooting and maintenance.
• This position requires the physical ability to lift up to 50 pounds occasionally.

• Bachelors
  • Computer Science Technology or Business

Skills Proficiencies and/or Knowledge:

• Experience troubleshooting hardware OS (Windows/Mac) peripheral equipment and remote desktop tools for local and remote users.
• Proficiency in Active Directory or Google Workspace for provisioning user accounts permissions and email configuration.
• Ability to manage IT inventory software licenses subscriptions vendor relationships and purchasing workflows.
• Knowledge in management and updating a Content Management System (CMS) such as WordPress and Drupal.