IT Helpdesk Specialist- DC

LOCATION: On-Site in the District of Columbia

SUMMARY: Provides support to end users on a variety of technology issues. Identifies, researches, and resolves technical problems. Responds to telephone calls, email and personnel requests for technical support. Documents, tracks and monitors the problem to ensure a timely resolution. Has knowledge of commonly used concepts, practices, and procedures within this field. Relies on instructions and pre-established guidelines to perform the functions of the job. Works under immediate supervision.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

· Provide desktop and application support to SETI employees. · Hardware setup of new machines – Laptops, Desktops, Printers, etc. · Provide application support for users (Outlook, Office, Trapeze). · Interact with employees to resolve help desk type items. · 24x7 support, flexibility for night and weekend work as well as travel to satellite offices. · Assist with the inventory management of software and hardware. · Promote responsible usage and care of corporate equipment.

QUALIFICATIONS REQUIRED

· Effective communicator. · Ability to analyze, organize, prioritize, implement, and control business activities and transactions. · Experience with desktop user support required, preferably in a help desk/customer service setting required. · Working knowledge of Windows Operating Systems, MS Office suite (2000 and above) and Windows 2000/2003 Server environment. · A+ certifications preferred.

MINIMUM REQUIRED EDUCATION/TRAINING

· Associates degree or at least 2 years of experience in the field or in a related area.