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SUMMARY

DIGIT is seeking a Junior Computer User Support Specialist to support ticket processing and resolution management, which includes detailed and clear documentation of the problems and the actions taken to resolve them.  Customer service is key to this position.  You will provide technical assistance to computer users by answering questions to resolve computer problems for the end user.  Typical assistance concerns the use of computer hardware and software, to include printing, installation, word processing, electronic mail, and operating systems.

As a leading provider of advanced information technology solutions and professional services to U.S. federal government agencies, is the prime for a $807m task order in support of the General Services Administration (GSA) Office of Digital Infrastructure Technologies (IDT) DIGIT (Digital Innovation for GSA Infrastructure Technologies) task order driving digital transformation and delivering continuous improvement and business value to its customers.  The team is comprised of the best-in-class technology partners to leverage forward-leaning technologies and best practices to transform GSA's IT capabilities and shift offerings to provide a more flexible service delivery model, completing the agency's shift to a fully digital experience along with its adoption of advanced, emerging technologies such as intelligent automation, artificial intelligence, and machine learning.

RESPONSIBILITIES

This position shall perform the following (to include but not limited to) activities:

-Performs a variety of clerical and administrative duties related to the Virtual Service team and refresh projects.

-Responds to trouble tickets to resolve user problems; opens trouble tickets to track and resolve user problems.

-Assist users with data transfer of laptops and mobile devices.

-Attend all scheduled appointments with users to assist with data transfers.

-Provides technical support through phone, email, and instant message remotely to users in the areas of password resets, e-mail, directories, standard MS Windows desktop applications, smartphones and network connectivity.

-Provides personal computer support problem analysis, and hardware/software installation and configuration.

-Interacts daily with customers to ensure productivity; provides individual feedback. 

CONTRACT REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

This following are REQUIRED for this position:

- Public Trust Clearance by start date.

- 0 - 5 years of experience and high school diploma

- Experience as a remote worker demonstrating time management and self discipline with cultural change management and Agile mindset.

- ITILv4 Foundation Training and ITILv4 Foundation Certification, may be obtained within 120 days after hire.

- Applies fundamental concepts, processes, practices, and procedures on technical assignments. 

- Performs work that requires practical experience and training. Work is performed under supervision.

- Provide technical assistance to computer users. 

- Answer questions or resolve computer problems for clients in person, or via telephone or electronically. 

- May provide assistance concerning the use of computer hardware and software, including printing and installations.

- Proven ability to work independently in a full and/or partial remote environment with limited supervision and may supervise/lead others.

- Possess the ability to communicate in both oral and written forms, demonstrating an ability to communicate effectively with all levels of staff as well as clients.

- Maintain standard working hours per the DIGIT contract and to be available for meetings, and other collaborative efforts during working hours.

- Demonstrated ability to apply comprehensive knowledge across key tasks and high impact assignments with the ability to use practical experience and training to determine how to accomplish tasks.

CONTRACT DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS

The following are DESIRED for this position:

- Must be willing to work between 1100-2000 EST.

- Proficiency in the Google Suite (Gmail, Calendar, Chat, Meet, Docs, Slides, Sheets), Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook), Slack, and ServiceNow.

Possess the ability to communicate in both oral and written forms, demonstrating an ability to communicate effectively with all levels of staff as well as clients.

Familiarity with the following technologies: Windows, web browsers, and basic functions of Active Directory 

- Must be willing to work a variety of shifts, including holidays as scheduled.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTSThe physical demands described below are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.  While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to do the following: 

- If remote, maintain home workspace in a safe manner, free from safety hazards and in line with information security policies. 

- Communicate verbally in person, over the phone or by video chat and clearly/succinctly in writing, primarily utilizing a keyboard. 

- Appear on camera for meetings with co-workers and government partners via video chat and ensure the protection of proprietary company and customer information is consistent with the company's expectation of information security.

- Viewing computer screens and sitting for long periods of time. 

- Travel is not required.

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If hired for this position, the base salary range would be within the range provided. The base salary range represents the anticipated low and high end of the salary range for this position. Actual salaries may vary based on various factors including but not limited to work location, skills, experience, gov con contractual requirements, and performance. The range listed is just one component of Empower AI's total compensation package for employees.