Job Summary The Help Desk is the front line for serving the immediate needs of students, faculty, and staff. This position works in the Help Desk alongside the Client Support Specialist and Director of Client Support. Help Desk staff answer phone calls and emails about general technology issues. Help Desk staff log every call, email, and walk-in and must be able to maintain excellent records of each interaction.
Required Skills This position requires excellent communication skills, both written and verbal; a strong ability to think critically; comfort with encountering unfamiliar situations; willingness to continually learn; and strong abilities to use, troubleshoot, and explain technology. On-the-job training is a major part of this position.
Preferred Skills/Knowledge
- Working knowledge of Microsoft Office products (Word, Excel, PPT, Office365 Tools)
- Understanding of VPN, Remote Desktop, and network drives
- Basic knowledge of how to troubleshoot hardware issues (laptops and mobile devices)
- Functional knowledge of Internet browsers and how to troubleshoot browser issues
Other Details
- Must be Work-Study eligible
- Hours will be available for mornings, days, and evenings
- All shifts will be a minimum of 2-hour blocks
- Paid hourly, must be able to work between 6 - 8 hours per week
How to Apply
1. Complete the Skills Assessment
2. Apply on the JBU Work-Study website when the positions become available. (If you cannot see the position on the Work-Study website, please email Help@jbu.edu with your full name, which position you're interested in, and your available times for an interview.)
3. Be available for an interview
These positions are available for incoming freshmen, current freshmen, sophomores, and juniors.