Technical Support Specialist

Position Summary:

The Technical Support Specialist supports the Universitys technology environment by diagnosing and resolving end-user issues remotely and on-site. This role provides Tier 1 and Tier 2 support for faculty staff and students including classroom and event technology desktop hardware/software and core productivity tools. The Specialist also delivers user training maintains documentation and follows University security standards. This is an on-site position.

Position Responsibilities:

• Provide Tier 1 and Tier 2 Service Desk support for University faculty staff and students (virtual and physical desktops).
• Troubleshoot and support Microsoft Office/Office 365 and provide access support as needed.
• Create update and maintain user accounts and related access (e.g. directory services).
• Provide classroom technology support including hardware software and audio/visual (A/V) needs.
• Set up operate and support A/V and computer equipment for meetings and events across campuses including evening/weekend coverage as required.
• Maintain and support the phone system in a VoIP environment; resolve client issues as they arise.
• Follow and support security standards and policies (anti-virus patching firewall and data security best practices).
• Implement desktop standards and best practices and contribute to the Service Desk knowledge base.
• Test and evaluate software operating systems hardware and peripherals for compatibility reliability and performance.
• Respond to client inquiries in a timely manner; escalate issues appropriately when needed.
• Maintain a high level of customer service aligned with University competencies.
• Document track and communicate incident/request status and resolution in ServiceNow including updates based on priority.
• Create and maintain documentation for operational processes and continuous improvement.
• Provide technical guidance and training to users and peers upon request.
• Coordinate and communicate effectively with other team members and partner groups.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Experience & Educational Background:

• 2 years of experience providing hands-on technical support (help desk/service desk) including Tier 1 and Tier 2 troubleshooting.
• 2 years of audio-visual experience supporting live events including setup operation and troubleshooting.
• Experience supporting Windows and macOS endpoints peripherals and common productivity applications.
• Experience supporting Microsoft 365 (Office/Office 365) including account/access troubleshooting.
• Experience using an ITSM ticketing system (e.g. ServiceNow) to document prioritize and communicate incident/request status.
• Associates degree in Information Technology Computer Science or a related field or equivalent combination of education and experience.

Skills & Competencies:

• Strong troubleshooting skills with a structured approach (identify isolate resolve document).
• Customer service mindset with the ability to communicate technical concepts to non-technical users.
• Proficiency supporting Microsoft 365 applications (Outlook Teams OneDrive SharePoint and Office apps).
• Ability to support classroom technology and A/V systems (projectors microphones conferencing codecs and presentation systems).
• Working knowledge of identity and access concepts (accounts groups permissions) and endpoint security practices.
• Ability to manage multiple requests prioritize by impact/urgency and escalate appropriately.
• Strong documentation habits (knowledge articles how-to guides and process documentation).
• Reliability and schedule flexibility to support evening/weekend events as required.
• Ability to safely lift and move items up to 45lbs.

Salary Range:

$60000-$70000

About Us:

Yeshiva University is dedicated to academic excellence intellectual exploration and the advancement of timeless values that shape and impact lives. With a rich tradition rooted in Jewish thought and heritage YU fosters a dynamic learning environment across its undergraduate graduate and professional schools. Our mission is to cultivate the next generation of leaders who will contribute meaningfully to society guided by a commitment to ethics innovation and service. Our community extends far beyond the classroom encompassing thousands of students faculty staff and more than 70000 alumni and supporters worldwide all working together to build a brighter future.

As a Yeshiva University employee you will be part of a welcoming diverse and intellectually engaging community that values collaboration excellence and professional growth. We offer a supportive and stimulating workplace with tangible employee benefits opportunities for advancement and a strong sense of purpose. Beyond professional development YU is committed to ensuring a high quality of life for its employees offering a work environment that prioritizes well-being work-life balance and a culture of mutual respect. Every role at YU contributes to our broader mission of education research and societal impact ensuring that all members of our communitystudents faculty staff alumni and friendsare inspired to make a difference. We invite you to bring your talent and passion to YU and join us in shaping the future.

Equal Employment Opportunity:

Yeshiva University is an equal opportunity employer committed to providing employment opportunities to all employees and candidates without regard to race color age sex national origin disability status or any other characteristic protected by federal state or local laws.