Helpdesk Support Technician

The NYC Department of Probation (DOP) is a world leader in working creatively and effectively engaging with people under court-mandated community supervision. Through innovative partnerships with people and organizations throughout New York City, DOP provides opportunities for those on probation to access services and opportunities that positively impact their life trajectory. Following the best current data on “what works,” staff at DOP engage in meaningful relationships with those on probation to enhance community safety and decrease recidivism. Duties Monitor and manage ServiceNow Helpdesk tickets, emails and calls in a timely manner. Provide Helpdesk/desktop support for hardware and software computer systems and peripherals. Support and set up audio/visual equipment, computers, and laptops in several conference and training rooms. Perform high-level triage of computer and applications related problems to assign to proper unit or specialist. Respond promptly and notify appropriate IT teams of system, application, or any other urgent issues. Diagnose and resolve technical hardware and software issues, including operating systems and across a range of devices. (Windows 10/11, Microsoft 365, iOS, Android, Cisco, etc.) Assist users with preliminary identification of computer and application related issues. Perform in a high-volume IT Help Desk call center, with a high degree of professionalism. Escalate issues as required and ensure a timely distribution of information within the organization to expedite resolutions. Keep stakeholders informed about ongoing issues and resolutions. Follow the client support guidelines as outlined by supervisor. Maintain and support documentation of processes and update the OIT ITIL on a regular bases. Follow up with employees to ensure issues have been resolved and provide excellent customer service. Provide remote desktop and laptop support for DOP staff participating in the Hybrid Work from Home program Install, configure, and troubleshoot computer hardware and software. Accurately maintains Unit's call center tracking system ensuring that calls are entered accurately and in ServiceNow. Troubleshoot both PC and Mac hardware and software. Perform other related duties and tasks as assigned. COMMUNITY ASSOCIATE - 56057 Minimum Qualifications High school graduation or equivalent and three years of experience in community work or community centered activities in an area related to duties described above; or Education and/or experience which is equivalent to "1" above. Preferred Skills Tech-savvy with a working knowledge of office automation products, databases, and remote control. Good understanding of computer systems, mobile devices, and other tech products. Ability to work independently and as part of a team and to learn new technology quickly. Outstanding spoken and written communications skills. Public Service Loan Forgiveness As a prospective employee of the City of New York, you may be eligible for federal loan forgiveness programs and state repayment assistance programs. For more information, please visit the U.S. Department of Education’s website at Residency Requirement New York City residency is generally required within 90 days of appointment. However, City Employees in certain titles who have worked for the City for 2 continuous years may also be eligible to reside in Nassau, Suffolk, Putnam, Westchester, Rockland, or Orange County. To determine if the residency requirement applies to you, please discuss with the agency representative at the time of interview. Additional Information The City of New York is an inclusive equal opportunity employer committed to recruiting and retaining a diverse workforce and providing a work environment that is free from discrimination and harassment based upon any legally protected status or protected characteristic, including but not limited to an individual's sex, race, color, ethnicity, national origin, age, religion, disability, sexual orientation, veteran status, gender identity, or pregnancy. Salary: $44,545.00 – $74,134.00 #J-18808-Ljbffr