Service Desk Specialist

After School Matters, Inc.
North Miami Beach, FL, United States
4 days ago

Role details

Contract type
Permanent contract
Employment type
Full-time (> 32 hours)
Experience level
Experienced
Experience required
2 years minimum
Working hours
Regular working hours

Tech stack

Microsoft Windows Active Directory Android Software Development Apple IOS Apple Mac Systems Authentication Protocols VoIP Chrome OS CompTIA Network+ Dynamic Host Configuration Protocol Disaster Recovery Domain Name System (DNS)
+19 more
Hyper-V Identity and Access Management Microsoft Software Windows Servers Networking Basics Network Connections Azure Active Directory TCP/IP Virtual Local Area Networks Virtualization Technology Backup and Restore Wi-Fi Technology Office365 Web Filtering Live Streaming Fortinet Gsuite User Accounts Vmware

Job description

The Service Desk Specialist supports students, faculty, and staff across a PK-12 learning environment. This role is responsible for advanced technical troubleshooting, systems administration, infrastructure support, escalation management and audio visual., * Provide technical support for Windows, macOS, ChromeOS, iOS, and Android devices.

  • Support the end to end help desk lifecycle. Troubleshoot and resolve issues related to:
  • Google Workspace for Education and Microsoft O365.
  • Network connectivity (wired and wireless)
  • Managed Print services, projectors, VoIP phones, A/V equipment, Smartboards and classroom technology.
  • User accounts, permissions, and group policies administration.
  • Server and virtualization environments (VMware, Hyper-V, WIN2019 - 2025 server)
  • Audio, visual
  • Install, configure, and maintain endpoint devices, applications, and system updates.
  • Assist with administration of:
  • Active Directory and identity management
  • DNS, DHCP, VLANs
  • Backup systems and disaster recovery operations
  • Security tools such as RMM/EDR, MDM, and content filtering
  • Support school technology initiatives, assessments, and classroom technology integrations.
  • Maintain documentation for procedures, inventory, and configuration standards.
  • Drive continuous systems and process improvement
  • Proactively monitor systems to identify and resolve issues before impact
  • Other duties may be assigned by supervisor or designee

Requirements

  • Two plus years of professional IT client service support.
  • Strong knowledge of:
  • Windows Server (2019/2022/2025)
  • Active Directory, Group Policy, and authentication protocols
  • Networking fundamentals (TCP/IP, DNS, DHCP, VLANs, Wi-Fi)
  • Google Workspace Admin Console, Microsoft 365 Admin Center, Microsoft Entra.
  • Virtualization platforms (VMware / Hyper-V)
  • Experience supporting mixed device environments (Windows, Mac, Chromebooks).
  • Familiarity with RMM/MDM systems such as Datto, Mosyle, audio visual, or similar.
  • Understanding of basic security frameworks, EDR, MDR.
  • Ability to support classroom A/V systems and instructional technology.
  • Experience with supporting / setting up meeting technology, video, Live streaming, audio.
  • Excellent communication and customer service skills, especially in an educational setting.
  • Ability to work independently and handle multiple priorities.
  • Ability to support high visibility school social and academic events i.e., A/V, microphones, live streams, and presentations.
  • Experience with asset lifecycle management
  • Key Characteristics:

  • Highly proactive and self-driven
  • Solution-oriented with a focus on permanent fixes
  • Operationally excellent and detail-oriented
  • Strong communicator
  • Calm, positive, and effective under pressure
  • Skilled in working with students and teachers
  • Ability to work occasionally after hours and weekends.

Preferred Skills

  • Experience in a PK-12 school or higher education environment.
  • Knowledge of Chrome Workspace, Microsoft and education-specific platforms.
  • Experience with firewall platforms (Fortinet).
  • Experience with RMM (Kaseya, Datto, etc.).
  • Relevant certifications (ITIL4, CompTIA Network+/Security+, Google Workspace Administrator, Microsoft, VMware, etc.).

Work Environment

  • In-person role, on site, no hybrid accommodations, supporting classroom, office, and campus wide technology.
  • Ability to work after-hours including weekends in support of school events, maintenance windows, upgrades, and emergencies.
  • Ability to lift/move equipment (up to ~40 lbs).

About the company

Scheck Hillel is a nationally recognized college preparatory and Jewish community school located in North Miami Beach, Florida. Our well-rounded, rigorous, dual curriculum program serves over 1,300 students in PKT through 12th grade. As a Blue Ribbon School of Excellence, we attract and retain a diverse faculty who demonstrate professional excellence with an unwavering commitment to delivering an education of unsurpassed quality, As a community school, we understand that our school isn’t just about education, it’s about the whole child.

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