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Help Desk Support Specialist

Professional Staffing Services Group Inc., Winter Park, FL, United States


Help Desk Support Specialist / IT Coordinator (Contract-to-Hire)

Role Overview
Our client, a prestigious independent college-preparatory school in Central Florida, is seeking a customer-service-oriented Help Desk Support Specialist. This is a 4-month contract-to-hire position, providing a clear path to permanent employment for a professional who excels in Level 1 technical support and enjoys a collaborative academic environment.

Key Responsibilities

Direct Technical Support:

Act as the primary point of contact for students, faculty, and staff to resolve hardware, software, and A/V issues.

System Lifecycle Management:

Perform diagnostics on laptops and desktops; coordinate necessary repairs, upgrades, and imaging following industry best practices.

Asset & Ticket Tracking:

Maintain an accurate school-wide inventory and manage equipment requests through the school's ticket management system.

Agile Service Delivery:

Respond rapidly to technical requests, adjusting priorities as needed to minimize downtime in the classroom.

Process Innovation:

Collaborate with the IT team to identify recurring technical trends and suggest proactive solutions for system improvements.

Campus Event Support:

Assist with technical configurations for special school events and the deployment of new software or cloud platforms.

Qualifications & Skills

Education:

Bachelor's Degree is required.

Experience:

2–3 years of professional help desk or IT support experience. Experience within an educational setting is highly desired.

Technical Proficiency:

Strong familiarity with cloud-based services (Google Workspace, Microsoft Office 365, Canvas).

Knowledge of device imaging technologies and network account administration.

A+ or Network+ certifications

are highly desirable.

Communication Style:

Must have a warm, patient, and approachable manner that reflects the supportive environment of the school.

Physical Capability:

Ability to lift and move technology equipment up to 50 lbs and remain mobile across a large campus.

Compensation & Contract Details

Term:

4-Month Contract-to-Hire.

Pay:

Negotiable, based on experience and certifications.

Schedule:

Full-time, with occasional after-hours support for school events.

Compliance Requirements

Must successfully pass a Jessica Lunsford Level II background check.

Must pass a pre-employment drug screening.

Must be comfortable and professional working in an environment with children.

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