Service Desk Specialist Print (https://www.schooljobs.com/careers/mercyedu/jobs/newprint/4422405) Apply  Service Desk Specialist Salary $20.33 - $32.52 Hourly Location Tarrytown, NY Job Type Full Time Staff Job Number 00628 Division Facilities and Operations Opening Date 03/07/2024 Union Status Union + Description + Benefits Job Posting Summary Service Desk Specialist position serving as the first point of contact for customers submitting a request or reporting a problem or incident. Essential Job Functions & Responsibilities: + Answer telephone calls to the Mercy IT Help Desk and work with customers to identify problems or requests. + Process email sent to the Mercy IT Help Desk and respond to customer. + Conduct chat sessions with customers. + Log calls, chats, and emails into the Mercy IT ticketing system. + Create a ticket in Mercy IT ticketing systems documenting requests, problems, or incidents. + Respond to customer questions regarding IT policies and services. + Assist customers to resolve straightforward technical problems. + Write and update procedures and knowledge base articles. + Employ remote access tools to assess and resolve problems being report by customers. + Escalate requests or problems that cannot be handled by Help Desk staff to Tier II Technical Support. + Recognize that multiple calls related to the same problem may represent an incident and escalate the problem to both Tier II Technical Support and the Help Desk Manager. + Participate in project teams or lead project teams as assigned. + Participate in training provided by Mercy to enhance IT Help Desk staff skills and overall Help Desk service level. Every effort has been made to identify the essential functions of this position. It in no way states or implies that the responsibilities listed are the only duties required to perform in this position. The omission of specific statements of duties does not exclude them from the position responsibilities if the work is similar, related, or is an essential function of the position. Qualifications Education Requirements: + Associate’s degree in a technical field or equivalent years of experience in a technical field. Required Skills & Experience: + Minimum of one year of experience in an IT-related help desk. + Strong customer service orientation. + Strong computer skills and a high comfort level with technology. + Excellent oral, written, and interpersonal communication skills. + Experience with utilizing a support ticketing system. + Experience learning new skills and using new technologies. + Strong work ethic and positive attitude. + Experience working in higher education. + Experience with Active Directory. + Experience with audio-visual systems for instructional spaces and conference rooms. + A+ or similar industry certification Compensation offered will be commensurate with the educational background and work experience of the individual. Mercy University promotes a community campus environment. As a result, employment is limited to the following states: New York, New Jersey, Connecticut, and Pennsylvania. Applicants outside of those states or the USA will be required to relocate. Relocation assistance may be provided for eligible moves. About Mercy Mercy University is a dynamic, independent, coeducational New York City areauniversity that offers more than 100 undergraduate and graduate degree and certificate programs in six schools: Business, Education, Health and Natural Sciences, Liberal Arts, Nursing, and Social and Behavioral Sciences. Mercy is the region's largest private, nonprofit, Minority-Serving Institution , proud to serve a student body that is highly diverse. As a federally designated Hispanic Serving Institution (HSI), Mercy University, has been ranked nationally among top colleges in the country for Hispanics by the Hispanic Association of Colleges and Universities (HACU) and by Excelencia in Education, earning their prestigious Seal of Excelencia for intentionally serving Latino students. Mercy University was further recognized by HACU as a national leader in awarding bachelor's degrees to Hispanics in several disciplines, including Psychology, Sociology , and Business. Westchester Magazine has also named Mercy the Best College in Westchester County in 2019, 2020, and 2022. Mercy is committed to offering an inclusive learning environment to help a diverse student body set a course for their future. To support its student body, Mercy has been awarded a number of federal grants which enable us to better develop and deliver education to our students. Mercy’s student body reflects the rich diversity of the New York metropolitan area. Enrollment, including full-time and part-time undergraduates and graduates, is approximately 8,800. Mercy students learn oncampuses in Dobbs Ferry, the Bronx, andManhattan as well as online. At Mercy University we strive to provide employees and their families with a comprehensive and valuable benefits package. We offer high-quality health care plans, retirement benefits, tuition discounts, flexible spending, and much more. Our Mission: Mercy University is committed to providing motivated students the opportunity to transform their lives through higher education by offering liberal arts and professional programs in personalized and high-quality learning environments, thus preparing students to embark on rewarding careers, to continue learning throughout their lives and to act ethically and responsibly in a changing world. EEO Statement Mercy University is an equal opportunity employer. Mercy University actively engages in recruiting a diverse workforce and student body that includes members of historically underrepresented groups and strives to build and sustain a welcoming and supportive campus community. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, race, color, national origin, ethnicity, creed, religion, marital status, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, pregnancy, height, weight, genetic information, disability, or protected veteran status. As part of this commitment, Mercy University will ensure that persons with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodations for the hiring process. If reasonable accommodation is needed, please contact The Office of Human Resources at (914) 674-7839, Option 6 or via email atHR@mercy.edu. The posted salary range for this position is based on several legitimate, non-discriminatory factors set by the organization. Mercy is committed to ensuring equal pay opportunities for equal work regardless of gender, race, or any other category protected by federal, state, or local pay equity laws. Campus Safety Mercy University is committed to providing a safe and welcoming environment for all. Information regarding campus safety can be found here. (https://www.mercy.edu/media/annual-security-and-fire-safety-report-1042023) Mercy University strives to provide employees and their families with a comprehensive and valuable benefits package. We offer high-quality health care plans, retirement benefits, tuition discounts, flexible spending, and much more. Health Insurance: UntitedHealthcare Oxford In-network and out-of-network plan options EmblemHealth HIP Prime HMO (Union Staff) Dental Insurance: UnitedHealthcare Oxford In-network and out-of-network plan options Vision Insurance: UntitedHealthcare Oxford Paid Time Off: Mercy University provides generous leave benefits to its employees. Disabilities & Workers Compensation Insurance: Coverage in accordance with New York State regulations Life Insurance: Long-Term Disability:The Hartford Short-Term Disability:The Hartford Flexible Spending Account (FSA): Ameriflex Retirement Benefits: TIAA The Mercy University Retirement Plan is comprised of two components: Deferred Compensation Plan All eligible employees may contribute to the Deferred Compensation Plan on a pre-tax basis upon joining the University. Defined Contribution Plan Eligible employees are enrolled in the Defined Contribution Plan after two (2) years of full-time employment at Mercy University and receive a semi-monthly contribution from the College, based on age and salary. If an employee is under age 36, they will receive a contribution of 3.3% of their annual salary each pay period. If an employee is age 36 or older, they will receive a contribution of 9% of their annual salary each pay period. If employed full-time for two (2) or more consecutive years by another institution(s) of higher education (college or university), without an intervening break in service within the last twelve (12) months prior to employment before joining Mercy, please submit a waiting period waiver form to Office of Human Resources. The Defined Contribution will begin as of the first day of the month following receipt of the completed waiver form. Remote Work: Mercy University recognizes the important role that workplace flexibility can play in an employee’s ability to manage work-life balance. Learn more about our remote work policyhere (https://www.mercy.edu/media/remote-work-policy-final) . Tuition Remission: Staff & Faculty Mercy University provides a competitive education to students and extends that formal education opportunity to employees, and their spouses/domestic partners, and dependents at a reduced tuition rate through this Tuition Remission Benefits Policy for Mercy Employees. Learn more about our tuition remissionhere (https://www.mercy.edu/media/tuition-remission) . Tuition Exchange: We are a member of the Tuition Exchange Program. Employees are eligible to apply for the Tuition Exchange Program after completing two (2) consecutive years of full-time employment. Employee Assistance Program: Compsych Voluntary Benefits: Allstate Identity Protection LegalEase Liberty Mutual Auto & Homeowners Nationwide Pet Insurance PlumBenefits ScriptSave Working Advantage Note: The above describes a brief summary of benefits and is subject to change. Agency Mercy University Address 555 Broadway Dobbs Ferry, New York, 10522 Phone 914-674-7839 Website http://www.mercy.edu Apply Please verify your email addressVerify Email