IT Support Technician I

Summary The IT Support Technician I provides end-user support, technical assistance, and routine systems maintenance for court unit staff. The Incumbent installs and configures computer hardware and software,performs routine to moderately complex troubleshooting, and supports daily automation operations. Learn more about this agency Duties Provide information, assistance, and customer support to court staff via the IT helpdesk. Troubleshoot routine to moderately complex hardware, software, and application issues, including those resolved over the phone or requiring in-person support. Assist users with access issues, including web-based applications, word processing, data entry systems, and other court-supported software. Distribute, install, and configure new hardware such as PCs, laptops, printers, mobile devices, and related peripherals. Install, configure, and test new software applications. Perform routine troubleshooting, repair, and configuration of hardware and software. Prepare and maintain documentation for local programs, including user guides, cheat sheets, and forms. Provide end-user training as needed. Maintain an up-to-date inventory of computer equipment in accordance with policies and regulations. Provide input and recommendations regarding IT-related projects and improvements. Assist with office and chambers moves including disconnecting, transporting, and reconnecting equipment. Travel to divisional offices and other locations as required to provide technical support. Perform other automation-related duties as assigned. Requirements Conditions of employment You must be a U.S. Citizen to qualify for this position Background investigation Pre-employment drug test Qualifications To qualify for this position, the applicant must have one year of specialized experience. Specialized experience is defined as Progressively responsible clerical or administrative experience requiring the regular and recurring application of clerical procedures that demonstrate the ability to apply a body of rules, regulations, directives, or laws and involve the routine use of specialized terminology and automated software and equipment for word processing, data entry or report generation. Education The successful applicant must be a high school graduate or equivalent; A bachelor's degree is preferred. Additional information This job is being filled by an alternative hiring process and is not in the competitive civil service. The initial appointment to this position is provisional pending the successful completion of the required background checks and/or investigations. Only qualified applicants will be considered for this position. Employees of the U.S. District Court serve under "Excepted Appointments" and are considered "at will" employees (except for probation officers who may be removed for cause). Federal Civil Service classifications or regulations do not apply; however, court employees are entitled to substantially the same benefits as other Federal Government employees. The U.S. District Court is a drug-free workplace and the applicant selected will be required to participate in a drug screening test prior to employment. All information provided by applicants is subject to verification and background investigation. Applicants are advised that false statements or omission of information on any application materials or the inability to meet the following conditions may be grounds for non-selection, withdrawal of an offer of employment or dismissal after being employed. Participation in the interview process will be at the applicant's own expense and relocation expenses will not be provided. All promotions are subject to the approval of the Administrative Office of the U.S. Courts. The position is subject to the mandatory electronic fund transfer (EFT) participation for payment of net pay (i.e. Direct Deposit). Non-citizens may be interviewed and considered for employment, but employment offers will only be made to individuals who qualify under one of the exceptions in 8 U.S.C. §1324b(a)(3)(B). In most cases, this means that an offer of employment cannot be made unless the candidate is a lawful permanent resident who is seeking U.S. citizenship as explained below. Under 8 U.S.C. §1324b(a)(3)(B), a lawful permanent resident seeking citizenship may not apply for citizenship until he or she has been a permanent resident for at least five years (three years if seeking naturalization as a spouse of a citizen), at which point he or she must apply for citizenship within six months of becoming eligible, and must complete the process within two years of applying (unless there is a delay caused by the processors of the application). Non-citizens who have not been permanent residents for five years will be required to execute an affidavit that they intend to apply for citizenship when they become eligible to do so. The U.S. District Court, District of Arizona is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Expand Hide  additional information Candidates should be committed to improving the efficiency of the Federal government, passionate about the ideals of our American republic, and committed to upholding the rule of law and the United States Constitution. Benefits Federal benefits include, but not limited to: Up to 13 days paid annual leave per year for the first 3 years of employment; 20 to 26 days per year thereafter (dependent upon the length of federal service). 11 paid holidays per year. 13 days of paid sick leave per year. Up to 12 weeks paid maternity/paternity leave, if qualified. Excellent retirement package (enhanced Federal law enforcement retirement benefits) Mandatory participation in the Federal Retirement System (FERS) and Social Security programs. Optional Thrift Savings Plan (TSP), a 401(k)-styled program with a matching component of up to 5%, with diversification control. Full extension of health benefits. Optional participation in the federal health insurance program of your choice (no waiting period). Optional vision and dental insurance programs of your choice (no waiting period). Optional participation in a flexible spending program for health and/or dependent care. Optional participation in group life insurance. Transit Subsidy. On-site fitness center (Phoenix only) Flexible schedule options.