service desk analyst Winnipeg
Job description
The University of Manitoba is a driving force of innovation, discovery and advancement. Our momentum is propelled by our campus community – UM faculty, staff and students whose determination and curiosity shape our world for the better. Our teaching, learning and work environment is uniquely strengthened and enriched by Indigenous perspectives. With two main campuses in Winnipeg, satellite campuses throughout Manitoba, and world-wide research, UM’s impact is global.
Discover outstanding employee benefits, experience world-class facilities and join a dynamic community that values reconciliation, sustainability, diversity, and inclusion. We are one of Manitoba’s Top Employers and one of Canada’s Best Diversity Employers. At the University of Manitoba, what inspires you can change everything.
The opportunity:
The Service Desk Analyst provides IT-related assistance to all University of Manitoba faculty, staff, retirees, and students. The incumbent is responsible for providing excellent customer technical service that is courteous and responsive in a client-facing environment. The individual will work with IST customers providing guidance, advice, and documentation to troubleshoot or resolve IT-related problems. The position will be required to schedule audiovisual booking requests. We are looking to hire 3 positions, the requisition numbers are 26896, 26897, 29898 when look on our career site.
The qualifications and experience we’re looking for:
· Bachelor's degree or Community College 2 - 3-year Diploma with related certificates in an IT discipline required.
· ITIL Foundations certificate preferred.
· One to two years of experience working on a Help Desk or Service Desk in an academic or administrative environment required.
· Must have experience using an ITSM tool to record and manage incidents and service requests.
· Experience working with an ACD phone system is preferred.
· An acceptable equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered.
· An acceptable equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered.
· Excellent oral and written communication skills required in dealing with all levels of staff and all levels of user knowledge required.
· Must have advanced knowledge of MS Window, MAC, iOS, Android, etc., operating systems required.
· Thorough knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite and similar business productivity tools required.
· Must have an excellent knowledge of web browsing software.
· Must have a strong knowledge of supporting and configuring mobile devices and tablets.
· Must be able to work quickly and calmly under pressure and have a good deal of patience.
· Must have excellent troubleshooting skills for the following: PC workstations, laptops, printers, fax machines, and scanners.
· Familiarity with University of Manitoba supported applications is desirable (such as Banner, VIP, Aurora, UMLearn, etc.).
· Must have experience supporting clients using Active Directory and MS Exchange.
· Ability to provide support to staff and students in person and online regarding user issues with a variety of devices and screens required.
· Ability to manage varying workloads to analyze situations quickly and correctly under pressure required.
· Must be able to work individually and in a team environment.
· The ability to accurately type 30 words per minute required.
· Satisfactory work record, including satisfactory attendance and punctuality, is required.
· The incumbent should be able to demonstrate a commitment to professional development pertinent to the field.
· Must be available to work occasional overtime, on-call shifts, and scheduled shifts at either campus.
· Shift work is scheduled: M-F 8:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m. Must be available to work at both campuses.
Why the University of Manitoba?
Along with being one of Manitoba’s top employers, we are proud to provide a collaborative and enriching work environment. In addition to a strong compensation package with a competitive salary, the University provides an exceptional workplace that includes:
- Comprehensive group benefits and pension plan.
- Competitive vacation time.
- Employee and Family Assistance Program.
- A full spectrum of professional development opportunities.
Closing Date: June 11, 2023
Applications will only be accepted if you apply on UM Careers.
The University of Manitoba is committed to the principles of equity, diversity & inclusion and to promoting opportunities in hiring, promotion and tenure (where applicable) for systemically marginalized groups who have been excluded from full participation at the University and the larger community including Indigenous Peoples, women, racialized persons, persons with disabilities and those who identify as 2SLGBTQIA+ (Two Spirit, lesbian, gay, bisexual, trans, questioning, intersex, asexual and other diverse sexual identities).
If you require accommodation supports during the recruitment process, please contact 204-474-7195. Please note this contact information is for accommodation reasons only.
Application materials, including letters of reference, will be handled in accordance with the protection of privacy provisions of The Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act (Manitoba). Please note that curriculum vitae will be provided to participating members of the search process.
Job Type: Full-time
Salary: $28.13-$40.42 per hour
Work Location: In person
Expected start date: 2023-06-26
About University of Manitoba
CEO: David T. Barnard
Revenue: $2 to $5 billion (USD)
Size: 5001 to 10000 Employees
Type: College / University
Website: www.umanitoba.ca
Year Founded: 1877
