IT Services Specialist III #26 - 086

Job Responsibilities

Under general supervision, responds to and diagnoses problems through discussions with users using problem recognition, research, isolation, and resolution steps. Recommends procedures and controls for moderately complex problem prevention via request, meetings or Help Desk through emails, incoming calls and walk-ins. Operates, monitors/updates console systems, peripheral equipment, and computing/networking systems. Technical/User/Business writing skills/activities. Prepares procurement and user documentation including shopping carts and other documentation. Assists programmers, users, IT personnel and stakeholders to ensure programs/needs and are met/understood. Assists in monitoring and maintaining system data integrity. Troubleshoots basic user errors in systems and finds resolution. Works with vendors, programmers and other staff to resolve issues. Assists with reports to management on project status. Troubleshoots and restores service by analyzing, identifying and diagnosing faults and symptoms using established processes and procedures. Performs other related duties as assigned or required to include various project participation, assisting in the purchase of hardware and software, help desk on call responsibilities. Travel may be required.

Minimum and Additional Requirements

A high school diploma and experience in office automation systems, data communications system design, installation, operation, repair, or processing of information in a data processing environment or related systems. An associate degree or a bachelor's degree in a related field may be substituted for the required work experience.

Preferred Qualifications

An associate's degree or a bachelor's degree in a related field. Experience with procurement documentation and processing.

Additional Comments

Please note: This is an entirely on-site, in-office position. SCDPPPS DISCIPLINARY ACTIONS ARE CONSIDERED IN THE INTERVIEW PHASE. Please complete the state application to include current and previous work history and education. A resume will not be reviewed to determine if an applicant has met the minimum qualifications for the position. SCDPPPPS IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY, AFFIRMATIVE ACTION EMPLOYER

The South Carolina Department of Probation, Parole and Pardon Services is committed to maintaining a workforce that is free of unlawful discrimination, including harassment on the bases of race, color, national origin, religion, age (40+) or disability, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions, sexual orientation, or gender identity).

THIS POSITION IS NOT ELIGIBLE FOR POLICE OFFICER RETIREMENT SYSTEM MEMBERSHIP