Job Information
State of Michigan Service Desk Analyst in Lansing, Michigan
Service Desk Analyst
Print (https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/michigan/jobs/newprint/4614223)
Apply
Service Desk Analyst
Salary
$45,000.00 - $65,000.00 Annually
Location
Lansing, MI
Job Type
Permanent Full Time
Job Number
08092024
Department
Michigan State Senate
Opening Date
08/09/2024
Closing Date
Continuous
Bargaining Unit
N/A
Description
Benefits
Job Description
This is an at-will, nonpartisan position in the Senate Business Office (SBO). The SBO oversees the general administrative operations of the Michigan Senate and includes the Facilities & Services, Finance, Human Resources, Office of the Director, Senate Information Services, and Senate Police departments.
Under the direction of the Director of the Senate Business Office, the IT Services Manager, and supervised by the Help Desk Supervisor, the Service Desk Analyst serves as the first point of contact for Senate end users seeking technical assistance over the phone, remotely, or through email. The Service Desk Analyst provides one-on-one training on computer software. The Service Desk Analyst prepares training material, including revisions to existing documentation and creation of new documentation.
ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS
Manages customer expectations in a positive and friendly manner, setting the organizational standard for customer engagement, and serving as a professional communication channel between customers and SIS
Provides end user support and user access management
Assesses and manages service requests and incidents, using the current ticketing system.
Identifies problems, incidents, and requests then categorizes and prioritizes them in the current ticketing system.
Provides first-call resolutions, doing appropriate troubleshooting when possible and escalating as necessary
Ensures tickets are resolved following approved procedures
Provides on-site technical assistance on the Senate Chamber floor during Session
Provides computer onboarding for new employees to familiarize them with Senate-related applications and sites
SECONDARY DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Participates in special projects as assigned
Performs other duties as assigned by the Service Desk Supervisor or IT Services Manager
Required Education and Experience
EDUCATION /EXPERIENCE
Associate Degree in a related technical field or professional certification on applicable software packages preferred
Two years of related personal computer software experience and software instruction training required
Two years of Service Desk/helpdesk support preferred, performing activities that correspond to listed qualifications
Experience working in a team-oriented, collaborative environment
Familiarity with ticketing systems for logging, tracking, and resolving user issues
Other combinations of education and experience will be evaluated on an individual basis
Alternate Education and Experience
SKILLS AND KNOWLEDGE REQUIRED
Basic knowledge of Microsoft Office 365, including Word, Excel, Outlook, OneDrive, SharePoint, and Teams
Ability to teach introductory classes on Windows 11, Microsoft Office 365, Internet access and navigation techniques
Basic knowledge of workstation operating system support consisting of Windows 11 and client software
Ability to communicate effectively with users, listen to their issues, and provide clear instructions and assistance
Ability to absorb and retain information quickly
Ability to present ideas in user-friendly language to non-technical end users
Ability to work in a professional and nonpartisan manner
Ability to work outside of prescribed work hours when necessary
Ability to develop and maintain good working relationships with legislators and other elected officials, and staff
Basic documentation skills
Experience using remote desktop software to assist users working offsite
Willingness to stay updated with new technologies, tools, and industry trends
Additional Requirements and Information
This job description is not intended as a comprehensive list of all of the duties required of this position. Additional duties may be assigned from time to time, and the listed duties are subject to change at any time, with or without notice.
STATUS: Salaried, with a standard benefit package
SALARY: $45,000 - $65,000
GOVERNING CAUCUS: Nonpartisan
This is a non-civil service, at-will position.
Interested applicants, please submit a cover letter and resume with your application. Applicants who are selected for an interview will be asked to complete a skills assessment.
The Michigan Senate considers applicants for all positions without regard to race, color, religion, creed, gender, national origin, age, height, weight, disability, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other legally protected status. If you are a person with a qualified disability, you may request any needed reasonable accommodation to participate in the application, testing, and/or interview process by contacting the Senate ADA Coordinator at 517-373-1675.
The Michigan Senate employment benefits include an array of options from health insurance to retirement programs. This page gives a brief explanation of some of the benefits that are offered by the Michigan Senate.
Insurance and Other Benefits
Insurances include medical, dental, vision and life. Employees also have the option to purchase additional life, accidental death, long term disability, long term care insurance, and legal services. Flexible spending accounts for medical expenses and child care are also available.
Leave Time
Full time/salaried employees receive 16 hours of personal time upon hire and accrue 8 hours of leave time per pay period.
Holidays
State employees receive 13 scheduled holidays each year, including New Year’s Eve and New Year’s Day, Christmas Eve and Christmas Day, Memorial Day, and Veterans Day, just to name a few. State employees also receive Election Day off every other year.
Deferred Compensation
Employees may invest income in a tax-deferred retirement investment program. The state offers two optional deferred compensation plans, the 457 and 401(k). The employee decides the amount deducted from their paycheck.
Retirement
Employees receive a minimum 4% state contribution toward their retirement fund. If an employee elects to contribute more, the state will match that percentage (up to 5%).
Agency
State of Michigan
Department
Michigan State Senate
Address
resume@senate.michigan.gov
P.O. Box 30036
Lansing, Michigan, 48909-7536
Website
https://senate.michigan.gov/employment/
Apply
Please verify your email addressVerify Email