IT Support Assistant (Provisional) - Service Desk

CUNY
New York, NY, United States
10 days ago
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Role details

Contract type
Permanent contract
Employment type
Part-time / full-time
Compensation
$44,746.0 - $50,564.0
Working hours
Shift work
Languages
English

Tech stack

Microsoft Word Microsoft Excel Microsoft Windows Active Directory Microsoft Outlook Microsoft Office Microsoft PowerPoint Remote Desktop Services Computer Equipment Information Technology Malware Detection User Administration

Requirements

Diploma, G.E.D., or equivalent 2. Eighteen months of related full-time work experience or equivalent, such as completion of eighteen college credits in Information Technology 3, Demonstrated English Language proficiency 4. A Motor Vehicle Driver’s license, valid in New York State, may be required for some, but not all positions. OTHER QUALIFICATIONS The following qualifications are preferred: - Strong familiarity with Windows desktop operating systems up to and including Windows 10 - Support knowledge of MS Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook), networks, wireless, mobile devices, Active Directory user management, hardware (desktop/laptop/printers), anti-malware software, remote desktop - Strong communication skills (verbal and written), interpersonal, and problem solving skills - Excellent customer service skills - Ability to troubleshoot and resolve basic computer and network issues - Availability to work evening and weekend hours - Ability to lift up to 50 lbs

Benefits & conditions

COMPENSATION New Hire: $44,746* Incumbent: $50,564 *This amount reflects a 13% salary suppression in effect for the first 24 months of employment only. BENEFITS CUNY offers a comprehensive benefits package to employees and eligible dependents based on job title and classification. Employees are also offered pension and Tax-Deferred Savings Plans. Part-time employees must meet a weekly or semester work hour criteria to be eligible for health benefits. Health benefits are also extended to retirees who meet the eligibility criteria. HOW TO APPLY Applicants must apply online by accessing the CUNY website at www.cuny.edu and navigate to the following links: “Employment” and “Search Job Postings” Please attach resume and cover letter CLOSING DATE -Reopened– Open until filled with review of applications to begin May 11, 2026 JOB SEARCH CATEGORY CUNY Job Posting: Information Technology/Technical EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY CUNY encourages people with disabilities, minorities

About the company

IT Support Assistant (Provisional) - Service Desk GENERAL DUTIES I.T. Support Assistants support routine operations and problem resolution of computing and/or communications functions at a College or Unit. They work in technical support, applications development, operations, help desk, and similar environments, as well as in the field where equipment may be located. Work tasks include as: -Operating, transporting, adjusting, and installing/configuring computing and related equipment -Communicating with technology users and staff to understand, identify, document and resolve problems -Performing simple repairs to computing and related equipment. This job is in CUNY’s Classified Civil Service. The full specification is available on our web site at http://www.cuny.edu/about/administration/offices/ohrm/hros/classification/ccsjobs.html CONTRACT TITLE IT Support Assistant FLSA Non-exempt CAMPUS SPECIFIC INFORMATION The Information Technology Department at Hostos Community College seeks

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