Information Systems Specialist II (Casual)

The Information Systems Specialist II (CASUAL) provides help desk support to all employees at Events DC. The Information Specialist, modifies and makes minor repairs to personal computer hardware and software systems, and provides technical assistance and training to system users. The incumbent also maintains the help desk by responding to client inquiries concerning systems operation and diagnoses system hardware, software and all operator issues. The Information Systems Specialist II (CASUAL) reports to the Manager Information Systems & Digital Workforce.

• Inspects personal computer equipment and prepares workstations for delivery. Delivers and installs equipment.
• Installs hardware and peripheral components such as monitors, keyboards, printers and disk drives at users’ workstation.
• Installs and configures Apple or Android device for user.
• Loads Events DC licensed software packages (i.e., Windows 7, Microsoft Office 2010 Suite, etc.) onto workstation computers.
• Tests applications to verify operation prior to delivering system to user.
• Provides help desk support. Logs and tracks calls. Provides status and completion information to supervisor and users via voice mail, email, in-person communication and regular status reports.
• Maintains the help desk by responding to client inquiries concerning systems operation and diagnoses system hardware, software and operator problems.
• Instructs users in use of equipment, software and manuals.
• Recommends and/or performs remedial actions to correct problems.
• Installs toner for printers and remedies paper jams and other minor printer malfunctions.
• Handles problem recognition, research, isolation, resolution and follow up for routine user problems. Refers more complex problems to system administrators or supervisor.
• Maintains accurate inventory of consumable supplies and keeps the TMD work areas secure, neat and organized.
• Maintains the software library.
• Coordinates activities with systems administrators and other groups, such as Telecommunications and Electrical.
• Attends departmental meetings.
• Assists system administrators with routine administration functions, such as check/invoice runs, system backups, tape management, event log checking, and other network administration functions as necessary.
• Assists Telecommunications Manager with Apple, Android and Blackberry user support and service as well as BES Administration.
• Coordinates the efforts of outside technicians during service calls. Also takes responsibility for equipment sent offsite for repair.
• Performs a variety of other related tasks and duties as assigned.

• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• Two (2) years of IT-related experience.