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Berrien County Information Systems - Customer Services Specialist/ Multimedia Technician in St Joseph, Michigan
Customer Services Specialist/ Multimedia Technician
- $44,655 - $58,195/ Year
- Full Benefits Package
Duties:
- Supports and serves as point of contact for County multimedia assigned applications.
- Troubleshoots and diagnoses problems related to County multimedia assigned applications and equipment throughout the County.
- Assists network personnel in the support of the County multimedia assigned applications.
- Reviews multimedia recordings for use in courtroom presentations, disclosure, copying and storage.
- Installs PC software and new systems.
- Makes changes to PC configurations based on County standards.
- Installs and repairs PCs, network attached devices and any Information Systems supported devices.
- Troubleshoots and diagnosis PCs, network attached devices and any Information Systems supported devices.
- Responds to trouble tickets initiated through Help Desk database.
- Performs preventative maintenance.
- Orders replacement parts.
- Makes recommendations for purchasing parts and hardware.
- Uses County Help Desk software to track call history.
- Provides guidance to new customers in use upon installation of PCs, network attached devices and any Information System supported devices.
- Maintains general cleanliness and order in work areas.
- Makes recommendations to Customer Services Manager concerning planning, installation and maintenance of equipment.
- This description is intended to illustrate the type and level of work being performed by persons assigned to this job. It may not be a comprehensive list of all duties and responsibilities required by a person so classified.
Education and Experience:
- Bachelor's Degree in Electronics or computer-related field and a minimum 1 year of full-time experience in a business environment in IP multimedia systems support and installation; OR
- Associate's Degree in Electronics or computer-related field and a minimum 3 years of full-time experience in a business environment in IP multimedia systems support and installation or commensurate industry certification; OR
- High school diploma or GED certificate and a minimum of five years of full-time experience in customer support environment using computerized software or commensurate industry certification.
Special Requirements:
- Valid driver's license and access to a reliable vehicle.
- The physical ability to lift 50 lbs. at least three feet off the ground is necessary to perform job duties.
- The position is based in Saint Joseph but travel to other County locations is required.
- May be subject to call-in during off duty hours.
Required Knowledge and Skills:
- Advanced knowledge of PC hardware, software and various file formats and multi-platform data integration.
- Knowledgeable in standard office software applications such as email, word processing, spreadsheets, etc.
- Data entry, keyboarding, typing and telephone skills.
- Ability to effectively present information to department directors/managers, department heads, elected officials, and/or Board of Commissioners.
- Strong interpersonal and communications skills, verbal and written, at all levels within the organization.
- Diplomatic and effective in dealing with customers.
Desired:
- Considerable knowledge of county government functions.
- Basic knowledge of network wiring.