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Computer Specialist - Metropolitan Office

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Los Angeles, CA, USA
Full-time

The Computer Specialist position is responsible for providing computer/network support to the Y staff.  This position will provide a single point of contact for end users to receive support and maintenance within the YMCA's desktop computing environment.  This includes receiving, prioritizing, documenting and actively resolving end user service and support requests and escalating incidents when considered appropriate and necessary to maintain Service Level Agreement (SLA) expectations.  Duties also include making sure all IT department records, and files are updated and processed in a timely manner.

Areas of Responsibility: 

 Computer Support (80%)

  • Receive and respond to incoming calls, tickets, and /or emails regarding system problems.
  • Act as liaison between staff, outside vendors, and contractors to ensure efficient operation of the Association's data and telecom environment.
  • Collaborate with senior level team members to configure, troubleshoot, and support internal network and computer environment.
  • Install, configure, test, maintain, monitor, upgrade, and troubleshoot end-user workstations and related hardware and software in order to deliver required ticket service levels.
  • Provide first line hardware and software support for all branches and Metropolitan departments.  This includes travel to other YMCA locations.
  • Assist Telecommunications Manager in the support and maintenance of the Association's telecommunications infrastructure when needed.  This includes support of cell phones, smart phones, data lines, and all other telecommunications equipment.
  • Create, modify, and terminate YMCA employee access to all network applications as requested.
  • Assist in the maintenance and cleanup of data records in association enterprise applications.

Administrative (20%)

  • Develop and maintain accurate inventory of Association computer equipment: monitors, keyboards, mice, hard drives, locks, memory chips, UPS batteries, and software.
  • Perform other duties assigned by the Application Development/Network Manager of IT.
Skills/Experience: 
  • 2-3 years' work related experience with personal computers and data processing systems
  • Possess and demonstrate knowledge of PC hardware, software, and networks
  • Demonstrated Microsoft Office and Office 365 knowledge
  • Exceptional administrative, organizational and time management skills
  • Ability to work with very limited supervision
  • Able to anticipate and initiate work to be performed
  • Experience working in a team oriented, and mission driven environment
  • Proven troubleshooting skills
  • Ability to work with staff, vendors, and consultants at all levels
  • Ability to  handle physical demands; such as lifting 50 lbs., bending and crawling
  • Must have own transportation for visits to other YMCA locations

Organization Info

YMCA of the USA

Overview
Headquarters: 
Chicago, IL, United States
Annual Budget : 
$100-500M
Founded: 
1983
About Us
Mission: 

The YMCA mission is: To put Christian principles into practice through programs that build healthy spirit, mind and body for all. YMCA of the USA (Y-USA) is the national resource office for the Y, one of the nation's leading nonprofits strengthening communities through youth development, healthy living and social responsibility. Across the U.S., 2,700 Ys engage 22 million men, women and children – of all ages, incomes and backgrounds – to nurture the potential of children and teens, improve the nation's health and well-being and provide opportunities to give back and support neighbors. Anchored in more than 10,000 communities, the Y has the longstanding relationships and physical presence needed not just to promise, but also to deliver, lasting personal and social change.

Programs: 
  1. YOUTH DEVELOPMENT: Nurturing the potential of children and teens
  2. HEALTHY LIVING: Improving the nation’s health and well-being
  3. SOCIAL RESPONSIBILITY: Giving back and providing support to neighbors

Listing Stats

Post Date: 
Apr 16 2019
Active Until: 
May 16 2019
Hiring Organization: 
YMCA of the USA
industry: 
Nonprofit