Technical Services Assistant - Halifax, Canada - ISANS

ISANS
ISANS
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Halifax, Canada

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Technical Services Assistant


ISANS is seeking a part-time
Technical Services Assistant to assist in the operations of ISANS IT system network; delivering support to the IT Services team and frontline staff and IT users.

Reporting to the Supervisor IT & IT Online and to the Manager, Digital Transformation & Technology Support, this position will be responsible for:


Desktop and user support

  • Coordinate all new staff setups ensuring that the correct IT hardware, software and systems access is provided
  • Orient and train new ISANS staff on basic hardware and software usage as part of the IT orientation
  • Coordinate all returns of IT inventory as part of offboarding when staff go on leave or leave the organization
  • Coordination of ISANS cell phone distribution and use

IT Inventory and Purchasing

  • Maintain an accurate inventory of IT items in storage and as issued to users, maintaining compliance with funder inventory requirements
  • With management approval, purchase new items as directed to maintain inventory
  • Respond to requests to purchase new IT hardware or software, purchasing items as required as directed and with management approval
  • Implementing and enforcing standard procedures for consistent in hardware and software usage
  • Disposal of technical equipment in accordance with funder and municipal regulations

Education

  • Post-Secondary education related to IT is an asset but not required
  • Equivalent combination of education and experience will be accepted
AND/OR


Experience

  • Experience in a client service environment
  • Experience in setting up IT software and hardware
  • Experience training endusers on basic use of IT software and hardware
  • Experience working in a cross cultural setting
  • Experience managing inventory is an asset

Knowledge

  • Knowledge of internet security issues and best practices
  • Knowledge of Microsoft System Centre Suite an asset
  • Knowledge of Microsoft 365 an asset
  • Knowledge of Windows/Linux client/server operating systems and the associated hardware infrastructure is an asset
  • Knowledge in networking ( Windows Domains, firewalls, cabling, Switches, and Routers) is an asset
  • Knowledge of video and web conferencing is an asset

Skills:


  • Strong written and verbal English communication skills
  • Ability to work independently and as part of a team
  • Continuous learning
  • Strong time management and organization skills
  • Additional languages an asset

ISANS Core Competencies

Cultural Competency; Equity, Diversity & Inclusion

  • Embracing the value that different perspectives and cultures bring to an organization

Collaboration

  • Working collaboratively with others across the organization to achieve shared objectives

Continuous Learning

  • Continually seeking new knowledge and skills, as well as developing existing capabilities

Innovative Thinking

  • Introducing new ways of looking at problems and developing useful ideas that are new, better, or unique

Accountability

  • Holding self and others responsible and accountable to being transparent and principled in our approach and to meeting commitments

Respect

  • Actively encouraging an environment of fairness, honesty and integrity for all

Terms of Employment:


  • Fixed
- term contract to March 31st, 2024, renewable pending funding confirmation

  • Parttime 17.5 hours per week
  • During the COVID19 pandemic, your work location may be at ISANS' office or at home. Work location will be determined by operational requirements, public health recommendations, and government requirements.

Commencement Date:

ASAP

Closing Date:
Thursday January 12, p.m.

Only those eligible to work in Canada will be considered for this position


Job Types:
Part-time, Permanent


Salary:
$19.00-$23.00 per hour


Benefits:


  • Paid time off
  • RRSP match

Schedule:

  • Monday to Friday

Work Location:
One location

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