IT Support Analyst I

IT Support Analyst IAmerican Equity Investment Life Insurance Company is a leading provider of annuity solutions designed to help clients protect and grow retirement income. Part of Brookfield Wealth Solutions, we partner with more than 40,000 financial professionals and help fund over half a million retirements nationwide. Recognized by Newsweek as one of America's Most Trustworthy Companies and named a Top Workplace in Iowa, American Equity fosters a collaborative and purpose-driven culture where employees are empowered to ignite their passion and help shape the future of financial services.Headquartered in Des Moines, Iowa, with satellite offices in Charlotte, NC and New York, NY, American Equity provides opportunities for employees to support work across the enterprise, including our sister company, American National, headquartered in Houston, Texas.General Purpose Of The JobThe IT Service Center Analyst I is responsible for ensuring proper computer operation so that end users can accomplish business tasks. This includes receiving, prioritizing, documenting, and actively resolving end user help requests. Problem resolution may involve the use of diagnostic and help request tracking tools, as well as require that the individual give remote and walkup desktop assistance.**Position sits in Des Moines and will work an onsite schedule**Essential Duties And ResponsibilitiesProvides top notch service to executive level clientsFields incoming requests from end users via telephone, in person & chat in a timely manner.Records, tracks, and documents the help desk request problem-solving process, including all successful and unsuccessful decisions made, and actions taken, through to final resolution.Prioritizes and schedules problems. Escalates problems (when required) to the appropriately experienced analyst.Adds or updates knowledge articles in the knowledge base.Follows-up with higher level analysts on status of escalated tickets.Applies diagnostic utilities to aid in troubleshooting. Accesses software updates, drivers, knowledge bases, and resources on the Internet to aid in problem resolution.Utilizes Change Control for implementation of disruptive changesIdentifies and learns appropriate software and hardware used and supported by the organization.Performs hands-on fixes at the desktop level, including installing and upgrading software, installing hardware, implementing file backups, and configuring systems and applications.Tests fixes to ensure problem has been adequately resolved.Performs preventative maintenance, including checking and cleaning of workstations, printers, and peripherals.Develops knowledge base for end users.Evaluates documented resolutions and analyzes trends for ways to prevent future problems.Performs hardware and software inventory tasks.Supervisory Responsibilities :Direct Reports: 0General Description of Indirect Reports (2 and 3-downs) : 0Education and/or Experience :High school diploma or general education degree (GED); plus a minimum of 3 years of related experience; or equivalent combination of education and/or experience.Associates Degree preferred.Experience with desktop operating systems, including Windows 10, Windows 11, Linux and MacOS.Experience with Android and iOS devices.Extensive application support experience with Microsoft Office 2019, and Office 365.Experience working with ticketing systems for tracking issues.Certificates, Licenses, Professional Designations :CompTIA A+, MCP or other desktop certification.Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:Strong knowledge of basic computer hardware, including PCs & peripherals and Printers.Strong customer service orientation.Excellent verbal and written communication skills including strong interpersonal skills with ability to speak effectively in small group settings.Ability to identify and resolve problems in a timely manner by defining problems, troubleshooting problems, collecting data, establishing facts, and drawing valid conclusions.Takes initiative, follows-through and applies innovation in improving work processes.Ability to remain composed and exhibit professionalism in all types of situations.Ability to adapt to change, delays and unexpected events.Ability to read and interpret documents such as instructions and procedure manuals.Mathematical skills and strong attention to detail.Ability to work cooperatively and successfully with co-employees within the company.Ability to successfully handle pressure and meet deadlines in a fast-paced work environment.Ability to handle multiple calls within short periods of time.Ability to travel 10% of the time.Ability to execute daily duties and responsibilities without direct supervision.Physical Demands- Ability to lift up to 10 lbs. of weight over 2/3 of the time; ability to lift up to and over 50 lbs. of weight under 1/3 of the time.This description covers the major purpose and essential functions of the job. It is not intended to give all details or a step-by-step account of the way each task is to be performed. Employees may receive other job-related instructions and be required to perform other job-related work requested by their manager. All requirements are subject to possible modification to provide reasonable accommodation to qualified individuals with disabilities.