Client Technologies #005

Delan Associates, Inc. is seeking candidates for Client Technologies located in the Tallahassee, FL area for ongoing job opportunities.

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JOB FAMILY: CLIENT TECHNOLOGIES

Job Title: Manager, Client Technologies

Job#: 2000

General Characteristics

Responsible for providing IT users with desktop equipment and support, determining user needs and incorporating them into the design and overall plan for desktop support. The range of accountabilities minimally covers hardware and software planning, vendor selection, acquisition, Tier 2 problem resolution, set-up, integration, testing and installation. Works with organizations supported to establish performance metrics to ensure needs are being properly met. Monitors and analyzes performance metrics, sharing results with users. Organizes and coordinates the activities associated with installation, deployment and upgrade of software, hardware and network facilities as it relates to the desktop environment. Desktop applications may include productivity tools, email, and applications that are used by groups without programming customization.

Evaluates and provides techniques for increasing user desktop productivity.

Dimensions Education:

Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, or other related field. Or equivalent work experience.

Experience:

A minimum of 7 years of IT work experience including managing team(s) responsible for desktop support function. Experience in managing support operation in a 24x7, multi-site environment. Experience with budgeting, expense management and contract management.

Breadth:

Middle level management in PC/desktop support and maintenance functions. Works under general direction of senior level management. Typically manages and mentors supervisors, project leaders and/or technical staff. Frequently reports to an IT Chief Operating Officer, Operating Unit IT Executive or Departmental IT Executive.

JOB FAMILY: CLIENT TECHNOLOGIES

Job Title: Client Technologies Analyst

Job#: 2010

General Characteristics

Configures, installs, monitors and maintains IT users' desktop software and hardware; supports mobile workforce. Provides consultation to IT users for all aspects of end-user computing and desktop-based LAN systems software. Provides technical support and guidance through Tier 2 support and works with vendors to resolve Tier 3 issues. Responsible for documenting solutions to problems and developing end-user guidelines. May provide on-site training to users. Evaluates, maintains, modifies (e.g., creates macros, templates) and documents desktop application packages, participates in the testing and evaluation of new desktop packages and implements prototypes. Consults with and makes recommendations to IT users on selection of hardware and software products to address business requirements.

Dimensions Education:

Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, or other related field. Or equivalent work

experience.

Experience:

A minimum of 3 years of IT work experience in supporting desktop software and hardware products and problem solving/troubleshooting.

Complexity:

Intermediate professional level role. Provides maintenance and support for moderately complex to complex client products. Works on one or more projects concurrently as a project team member. May coach more junior technical staff.

JOB FAMILY: CLIENT TECHNOLOGIES

Job Title: Client Technologies Technician

Job#: 2020 General Characteristics

Configures and installs software for IT users' desktops and laptops. Involved in the installation and rollout of new software packages, upgrades and new desktop hardware. Maintains desktop software and hardware; supports mobile workforce. Provides Tier 2 support to IT users for basic software and hardware of end-user computing and desktop-based LAN systems. Troubleshoots problems using scripts and checklists as guides. Escalates to Tier 3 support when necessary. Documents problems and resolutions. May perform end-user training. Strong customer service skills are important in this position. Participates in the testing and evaluation of new desktop packages and implements prototypes.

Dimensions

Education:

Associate's or Bachelor's Degree, or technical institute degree/certificate. Or equivalent work experience.

Experience:

0 to 1 year of IT work experience with demonstrated working knowledge of the basic hardwareand software products and problem solving/troubleshooting skills.

Complexity:

Learner/entry level role. Provides maintenance and support for basic client products, peripherals, network and physical moves. Works on one project at a time as a project team member. Functions, somewhat independently, under direction of senior technician or supervisor/manager. Generally follows documented procedures and checklists.