Technical Specialist

Job: Technical Specialist
Location: Raleigh, NC ( Hybrid)

Mid-Level Specialist resource fto work with the Service Desk Team. The Service Desk uses technical expertise in the Service Delivery of an Information Technology Infrastructure and an understanding of business needs to evaluate assigned IT incident and problem service desk tickets to appropriately prioritize and evaluate business impact. Serves as a technical resource on all of DOT s standard desktop applications to 10,000+ computer users. Provides an understanding and knowledge of applications serving as a strong base for technical expertise in NCDOT products and programs. Ability to work independently to analyze customer s needs and resolve technical problems; manage time to meet schedules; prioritize tasks according to customer needs; communicate highly technical information to non-technical users; troubleshoot hardware and software problems involving local area networks and personal computer systems; manage critical incidents, identify problems, make necessary corrections, and/or assist others with resolutions. Supports end user password resets. Instructs users via phone and/or email on the basic functionality of desktop applications. Follows detailed procedures while making recommendations for routine problem solutions. Takes calls from end users verifying their identity, demographics and communicating effectively to understand their request. Enters information into the ServiceNow call tracking system and monitors to ensure customer service needs are met for all computer and network related issues. Distributes Agency-wide email communications and notices related to technology issues.

• Demonstrates a range of technical understanding to independently resolve routine and non-routine issues on software and/or hardware
• Ability to identify trends and makes suggestions for technical modifications to solve future problems.
• Ability to consult with clients and other IT professionals to resolve technical problems and ensure client satisfaction.
• Ability to document solutions that solve client problems and clearly presents these solutions
• Analysis of technical and user documentation for technical assistance and support.
• Ability to work independently on tasks, develops own work, schedule and monitors progress against defined parameters.
• Demonstrates a customer orientation and effectively communicates verbally and in writing. Demonstrates initiative in solving problems associated with projects and daily work.
• Demonstrates knowledge and a working experience with ServiceNow call tracking system.