User Support Assistant 2

User Support Assistant 2

POSITION OVERVIEW:

Do you enjoy trouble shooting and problem solving in a high paced environment? We have an exciting opportunity for a highly motivated, tech savvy individual to fill a temporary full time User Support Assistant 2 position in our IT Department.

As a User Support Assistant 2, you are the first line of contact for the technical concerns of internal staff. You are comfortable working in a fast-paced environment requiring collaboration, commitment and creativity along with ease in dealing with staff, senior levels of leadership, and elected officials.The successful candidate will be customer focused, have good communication skills, excellent team building skills with the ability to create a positive work environment.

A good grasp of technology for troubleshooting issues and providing solutions is critical. You will work with considerable independence within defined limits, and escalate policy, unusual or unresolved issues to other team members or superiors. Deploying hardware and software, using remote tools, inventory and purchasing equipment are all required of this position.

EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE:

Completion of Grade 12 supplemented by certification courses in computer operations, software applications and local area networks and considerable related experience or an equivalent combination of training and experience.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, & ABILITIES:

• Considerable knowledge of the practices and procedures used in the operation of computer equipment and software applications and their capabilities as related to the work performed.
• Considerable knowledge of modern office practices and procedures.
• Sound knowledge of municipal rules, regulations, policies and procedures as they relate to the work performed.
• Ability to investigate and resolve routine equipment and training of municipal staff.
• Ability to provide advice and assistance to users regarding software application and the use of equipment and to provide training as required.
• Ability to create databases, spreadsheets, macros and menus as requested.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with internal and external contacts.
• Ability to prepare and maintain a variety of computerized and manual records, forms and other materials.

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

This is a temporary full-time position for a period of 6 months which may be extended or concluded due to unforeseen circumstances.

LICENSES & CERTIFICATES:

• Valid Class 5 Driver’s License for the Province of BC

HOURS OF WORK:

As per article 13:01 c of the Collective Agreement:

Seven (7) consecutive hours between 7:00 a.m. and 6:00 p.m. The standard work week consists of five (5) consecutive working days from Monday to Friday. Employees in this position may be scheduled to work extended hours on a weekend or evening up to six occurrences in a calendar year.

WHAT WE OFFER YOU:

The City of Maple Ridge is a great place to work with competitive compensation packages that include the Municipal Pension Plan, a strong employee wellness program and the opportunity for professional career growth and professional development. If you want to help shape a growing community in a municipality that strives for service excellence, then this is the position for you.

We thank all applicants for their interest, however, only those under consideration will be contacted.