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# IT Support & Applications Specialist

- **Company:** Alerus Financial
- **Location:** Minnetonka, MN, United States
- **Salary:** $52,000.0 - $62,400.0
- **Contract:** Permanent contract
- **Skills:** Business Software, Software Maintenance, Information Technology
- **Published:** August 4, 2026
- **Apply:** https://diversityjobs.com/main/sendform/8/8/28176/1/17813554?backUrl=%2Fcareer%2F17813554%2FIt-Support-Applications-Specialist-Minnesota-Minnetonka

## About the Role

* Bachelor's degree or equivalent combination of education and/or related experience.
 * Flexibility with schedule for backup coverage, system conversions, updates, and maintenance.
 * Experience working in the financial services industry, preferred.
 * Ability to adapt easily to change within a fast-paced environment.
 * Ability to travel to any Alerus Financial location to provide training and/or technical support.

## Description

The Information Technology Department provides technology tools and support to all employees of Alerus. As part of the IT team, the Support and Applications Specialist's primary responsibility is to support the technology and applications used by Alerus. Collaborate with IT and the Business Unit in the development, testing, documentation, deployment, ongoing maintenance, and operational support of the technology and applications.

WHAT YOU'LL BE DOING:

 * Manage day to day application maintenance and support.
 * Provide standard technical assistance.
 * Develop and enhance utilization of assigned business applications.
 * Documentation and backup of applications.


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