Senior Specialist, Help Desk Support

Job Description Summary Helps end-users resolve issues with computer hardware or software. Responds to user inquiries, troubleshoots and diagnoses problems and identifies solutions with IT equipment and applications. Job Description This position will follow our hybrid work model, we expect the selected candidate to be in office 3 days per week at either of our St. Petersburg HQ, Southfield, MI, or Memphis TN office locations Please Note: The initial training period will last four weeks and will require candidates to be onsite in the office five days a week. Job Summary: With the goal of providing superior service and first contact resolution, this role delivers front-line technical support to customers via multiple communication channels in a customer contact center environment. Responsibilities: Provide hardware, software, and end-user support for unresolved queries in line with documented procedures and service-level targets to support the business effectively. Support others by working on a variety of data management tasks. Help manage internal client relationships by carrying out simple procedural tasks. Produce, update, and provide best practice support on Microsoft documents, databases, and other departmental systems. Tasks may include purchasing materials, entering budgetary information, and recording time and expenses. Carry out simple knowledge management tasks by following established procedures in order to support others. Develop working knowledge of the organization's policies and procedures and of regulatory codes and codes of conduct relevant to own work, adhering to mandatory procedures to ensure own work is undertaken to the required standards. Organize own work schedule in order to get the job done, coordinating with support services and assigning short‑term tasks to others if necessary. Develop and maintain excellent process or technical skills by participating in assessment and development planning activities as well as formal and informal training and coaching. Skills: Uses clear and effective verbal communications skills with guidance (but not constant supervision) to express ideas, request actions and formulate plans or policies. Supports business processes with guidance but not constant supervision by understanding and effectively using standard office equipment and standard software packages. Works with guidance (but not constant supervision) to achieve full compliance with applicable rules and regulations in management and/or operations. Works under guidance (but not constant supervision) to acquire, organize, protect, and process data to fulfill business objectives. Works with guidance (but not constant supervision) to plan, organize, prioritize, and oversee activities to efficiently meet business objectives. Works with guidance (but not constant supervision) to develop, monitor, interpret and understand policies and procedures, while making sure they match organizational strategies and objectives. Works under guidance (but not constant supervision) to analyze data trends for use in reports to help guide decision making. Works with guidance (but not constant supervision) to monitor, diagnose and fix technological problems. Works with guidance (but not constant supervision) to ensure that IT applications meet required specifications by designing, executing, and reporting on tests of systems and services. Works at an intermediate level to leverage digital communication (email, text, chat, social media) to create positive, defining moments for customers. Typically works with guidance. Works at an intermediate level to navigate customer conversations by leveraging the four parts of a service conversation: open, learn, reply, and close. Typically works with guidance. Works at an intermediate level to navigate conversations in which the customer is frustrated or unhappy with the organization. Typically works with guidance. Works with guidance (but not constant supervision) to select, deploy and get the best results from the most appropriate office system. Works at an intermediate level to connect with customers to strengthen the relationship, meeting personal needs through positive customer experiences. Typically works with guidance. Works under supervision at an elementary level to analyze data from multiple sources to draw appropriate conclusions and make suitable recommendations. Licenses/Certificates: Incumbents must be able to obtain HDI Certification within 1 year of hire. Raymond James will pay for three attempts to pass the certification. Education Associate's: Computer and Information Science, Associate's: Computer Systems Analysis, High School (HS) (Required) Work Experience General Experience - None Certifications Travel Less than 25% Workstyle Hybrid The total compensation for this position includes base salary or wages, and may include components such as additional compensation (cash or equity), discretionary bonuses, or commissions. medical, dental, and vision life insurance critical illness insurance and accident insurance disability benefits retirement savings paid time off (including vacation, holidays, and sick leave) parental leave Eligibility for benefits and specific offerings may vary on position and employment status. To view more details of the benefits offered, visit Myrjbenefits.com. At Raymond James our associates use five guiding behaviors (Develop, Collaborate, Decide, Deliver, Improve) to deliver on the firm's core values of client-first, integrity, independence and a conservative, long-term view. We expect our associates at all levels to: Grow professionally and inspire others to do the same Work with and through others to achieve desired outcomes Make prompt, pragmatic choices and act with the client in mind Take ownership and hold themselves and others accountable for delivering results that matter Contribute to the continuous evolution of the firm At Raymond James – as part of our people-first culture, we honor, value, and respect the uniqueness, experiences, and backgrounds of all of our Associates. When associates bring their best authentic selves, our organization, clients, and communities thrive. The Company is an equal opportunity employer and makes all employment decisions on the basis of merit and business needs.

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Raymond James is a diversified financial services company providing wealth management, capital markets, asset management, banking and other services to individuals, corporations and municipalities. Founded in 1962 in St. Petersburg, Florida, rather than on Wall Street, we have always embraced being a different kind of financial services firm. Today, Raymond James has locations and subsidiaries across the United States, Canada, the United Kingdom and Germany, and is listed on the New York Stock Exchange under the symbol RJF. Our business is deeply focused on people and their financial well-being. We're committed to helping individuals, corporations and institutions achieve their goals, while also supporting successful professionals and helping our communities prosper. We believe doing well and doing good aren't mutually exclusive. As an established but ever‑evolving company, you can start – or continue – growing your career here. We invest in you with wide‐ranging benefits and the support of leaders and colleagues who care. From development opportunities and enriching networking groups to prioritizing diversity, inclusion and the power of different perspectives, Raymond James is where good people grow. Our people‑first culture is outlined in our Culture Blueprint. Check it out to see why many choose to work at Raymond James – and why they stay. #J-18808-Ljbffr Raymond James Financial, Inc.