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To thrive as a Customer Support Analyst, you need strong problem-solving abilities, knowledge of customer service principles, and usually a bachelor's degree or equivalent experience. Familiarity with CRM software (like Salesforce or Zendesk), ticketing systems, and basic troubleshooting tools is typically required. Excellent communication, patience, and active listening are standout soft skills for this role. These skills and qualities are crucial for efficiently resolving customer issues, ensuring satisfaction, and maintaining positive company reputation.

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Customer Support Analysts frequently work with teams such as Product Development, Engineering, and Sales to address complex customer problems. When an issue requires technical expertise or product changes, analysts escalate cases and provide detailed feedback to these departments, ensuring accurate and prompt solutions. This collaboration not only helps resolve individual cases but also contributes to identifying and fixing recurring issues, improving the overall customer experience. Regular communication and interdepartmental meetings are common to keep everyone aligned and informed.

What is a Customer Support Analyst?

A Customer Support Analyst is a professional who assists customers by resolving their technical or service-related issues, often acting as the first point of contact for support inquiries. They analyze customer problems, provide solutions, and escalate complex issues to higher-level support teams if necessary. Their primary goal is to ensure customer satisfaction by delivering timely and effective assistance, collecting feedback, and often helping to improve support processes. Customer Support Analysts work across various industries, including technology, finance, and retail.
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IST Customer Support Analyst I

Rutgers University

Piscataway, NJ

Other

Medical, Dental, Life, Retirement, PTO

Posted 18 days ago


Rutgers University rating

7.7

Company rating: 7.7 out of 10

Based on 66 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

212th of 532 rated colleges and universities


Job description

Position Details
Position Information
Recruitment/Posting Title
IST Customer Support Analyst I
Job Category
Staff & Executive - Information Technology
Department
Enterprise Service Delivery
Overview
Rutgers, The State University of New Jersey, is a leading national research university and the State of New Jersey's preeminent, comprehensive public institution of higher education. As one of the largest employers in the State of New Jersey, Rutgers University is committed not only to the students and the State that we serve, but also to the faculty and staff who work on our campuses.
For two consecutive years, Rutgers is ranked on Forbes' list of America's Best Large Employers. Rutgers holds #64 of 500 employers and is the #1 New Jersey employer on the publication's 2023 list. Rutgers' commitment to its employees includes maintaining and fostering a safe, diverse, and respectful workplace environment, creating employment opportunities for our nation's military veterans, and ensuring accessibility and accommodation for individuals with disabilities.
Posting Summary
Rutgers, The State University of New Jersey, is seeking a IST Customer Support Analyst I in the Enterprise Service Delivery within the Office of Information Technology (OIT).
The IST Customer Support Analyst I is responsible for providing user support at the OIT Help Desk through various support channels. The OIT Help Desk provides 24/7 support to the University community. Provides guidance and oversight to student staff, and maintains updated documentation to be used as reference. Provides advanced support for email, NetID, and other OIT services for faculty and staff. Participates in various committees, web projects, writing and reviewing of technical documentation, and the coordination of student staff training as well as with other projects.
Among the key duties of this position are the following:
  • Provides tiered support to University faculty, staff, and guests for OIT services via phone, email, and in-person.
  • Coordinates and documents training and support documentation for OIT services.
  • Participates in coaching and development of student staff to ensure consistency between support received by students and F/S.
  • Addresses troubleshooting and technical support concerns, help diagnose problems and follow through to a resolution as appropriate, escalate to supervisor or service provider when necessary as per protocol. Provides updates to the management readily and participates in drafting communications to affected population as appropriate.
  • Provides advanced support for non-traditional NetIDs, guest accounts and Mailman.
FLSA
Nonexempt
Grade
28C
Salary Details
Minimum Salary
39.040
Mid Range Salary
46.990
Maximum Salary
55.860
Offer Information
The final salary offer may be determined by several factors, including, but not limited to, the candidate's qualifications, experience, and expertise, and availability of department or grant funds to support the position. We also take into consideration market benchmarks, if and when appropriate, and internal equity to ensure fair compensation relative to the university's broader compensation structure. We are committed to offering competitive and flexible compensation packages to attract and retain top talent.
Benefits
Rutgers provides a comprehensive benefits package to eligible employees. The specific benefits vary based on the position and may include:
  • Medical, prescription drug, and dental coverage
  • Paid vacation, holidays, and various leave programs
  • Competitive retirement benefits, including defined contribution plans and voluntary tax-deferred savings options
  • Employee and dependent educational benefits (when applicable)
  • Life insurance coverage
  • Employee discount programs
Position Status
Full Time
Working Hours
Standard Hours
40.00
Daily Work Shift
Work Arrangement
Consistent with the current application of Rutgers Policy 60.3.22 or the applicable provisions of relevant collective negotiations agreements, this position may be eligible for a hybrid work arrangement. Flexible work arrangements are not permanent, are subject to change or discontinuation, and contingent on the employee receiving approval in the FlexWork@RU Application System.
Union Description
HPAE 5094
Payroll Designation
PeopleSoft
Seniority Unit
Terms of Appointment
Staff - 12 month
Position Pension Eligibility
ABP
Qualifications
Minimum Education and Experience
  • Bachelor's Degree, plus four (4) years of experience in a customer support operation with IT.
  • Equivalent experience, education and/or training may be substituted for the education requirements.
Certifications/Licenses
Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
  • Exceptional customer service, organizational and interpersonal skills are required. Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and handle multiple concurrent tasks with constant interruptions is a must.
  • Ability to lead/oversee student workers, work efficiently in a team environment, troubleshoot problems, and make decisions based on established procedures.
  • Ability to troubleshoot issues from beginning to end, escalating when necessary.
  • Ability to exercise good judgement when determining when to escalate or alert management.
  • Support experience in at least two of the following: Microsoft Suite, Active Directory, Remote Support Software, Remote Access (VPN), Voice Over IP & Voice Services, and familiarity with wireless network connections, Citrix, Antivirus Software and Call Logging.
  • Ability to adapt to change and meet changing demands of the operational and irregular paced work environment.
  • General computer knowledge. Ability to follow instructions, research online, and work through problems.
  • Demonstrated ability to identify and solve problems.
  • Ability to effectively communicate computer- related and service options to clients.
  • Strong written communication and people skills.
  • Demonstrated customer service skills.
  • General mechanical skills appropriate to desktop computer support.
  • Ability to multi-task between related issues.
  • Knowledge of industry standards and trends.
Preferred Qualifications
  • Experience in a technical support or Help Desk/Desktop support operation in a university IT support environment is preferred, as is leadership experience with student staff.
  • Experience or knowledge of clinical applications is a plus.
  • Proficiency with Outlook and Active Directory is preferred.
Equipment Utilized
Physical Demands and Work Environment
PHYSICAL DEMANDS:
  • Standing, sitting, walking, talking or hearing.
  • No special vision requirements.
  • Ability to lift or exert force up to 25 lbs.
WORK ENVIRONMENT:
  • Office environment.
  • Moderate Noise.

Special Conditions
Posting Details
Posting Number
26ST1054
Posting Open Date
Special Instructions to Applicants
Regional Campus
Rutgers Biomedical and Health Sciences (RBHS)
Home Location Campus
Piscataway (RBHS)
City
Piscataway
State
NJ
Location Details
Pre-employment Screenings
All offers of employment are contingent upon successful completion of all pre-employment screenings.
Immunization Requirements
Under Policy 100.3.1 Immunization Policy for Covered Individuals, if employment will commence during Flu Season, Rutgers University may require certain prospective employees to provide proof that they are vaccinated against Seasonal Influenza for the current Flu Season, unless the University has granted the individual a medical or religious exemption. Additional infection control and safety policies may apply. Prospective employees should speak with their hiring manager to determine which policies apply to the role or position for which they are applying. Failure to provide proof of vaccination for any required vaccines or obtain a medical or religious exemption from the University will result in rescission of a candidate's offer of employment or disciplinary action up to and including termination.
Equal Employment Opportunity Statement
It is university policy to provide equal employment opportunity to all its employees and applicants for employment regardless of their race, creed, color, national origin, age, ancestry, nationality, marital or domestic partnership or civil union status, sex, pregnancy, gender identity or expression, disability status, liability for military service, protected veteran status, affectional or sexual orientation, atypical cellular or blood trait, genetic information (including the refusal to submit to genetic testing), or any other category protected by law. As an institution, we encourage all qualified applicants to apply. For additional information please see the Non-Discrimination Statement at the following web address: http://uhr.rutgers.edu/non-discrimination-statement

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