Technical Support Specialist 3

The Office of Innovation & Technology (OIT) is the central IT agency for the City of Philadelphia headed by the Chief Information Officer (CIO). OIT oversees all major information and communications technology initiatives for the City of Philadelphia - increasing the effectiveness of the information technology infrastructure, where the services provided are advanced, optimized, and responsive to the needs of the City of Philadelphia’s businesses, residents, and visitors. OIT responsibilities include: identifying the most effective approach for implementing new information technology directions throughout city government; improving the value of the city’s technology assets and the return on the city’s technology investments; ensuring data security continuity; planning for continuing operations in the event of disruption of information technology or communications services; and supporting accountable, efficient and effective government across every city department, board, commission and agency.

The Philadelphia Water Department (PWD) is responsible for the processing and treatment of drinking water, waste water, and storm water in the City of Philadelphia. PWD employs approximately 2200 people across 16 sites throughout the City. 

The Technical Support Specialist is responsible for installation\configuration\management of desktop and laptop computer systems, off the shelf and custom applications, and other IT services. The technical support specialist will provide tier 1,2, and 3 technical support to end users by researching, diagnosing, and resolving issues, as well as fulfilling end user requests. Opening and closing support tickets, answering calls, and participating in project teams are also a requirement for the position.

Essential Functions

The Technical Support Specialist will be responsible for answering calls and processing email from end users that have IT related request and incidents requiring technical support. The successful candidate needs to be able to demonstrate a good understanding of PCs, operating systems, and off the shelf software like MS Office and Adobe Acrobat. The Technical Support Specialist will also be required to create tickets in the City’s ticketing system and escalate issues as appropriate. 

Competencies, Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Windows desktop operating systems
• MS Office and other PC software
• Adobe Acrobat
• Web Browsers (Chrome, IE, Firefox)
• Understanding of software licensing
• Explain technical issues to non-technical users
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills

Qualifications (Education and Experience)

• Knowledge of PC hardware & A+ certified
• Minimum 2 year experience in a Desktop Support organization
• NOTE:  Microsoft Certified Professional  (MCP) Certification  (Windows 10) or an associate degree in Information Technology or Computer Technology can be substituted for any of the above experience
• Other Requirements-Must have a valid PA Driver’s License and the ability to lift 50 lbs.

Salary: $50,000-$60,000

Salary cannot exceed $60,000

We’re interested in hiring the best possible candidate for the role. We recognize that experience, education, and qualifications can be attained in a variety of ways and that many skillsets are transferable. If you feel you’re a good fit, please don’t hesitate to apply.

Please include:

• Resume
• A cover letter 

Please note: Applications will not be considered without a cover letter.

Did you know?

● We are a Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program qualified employer : 25% tuition discount program for City employees (and sometimes spouses and dependents as well) in partnership with area colleges and universities

● We offer Comprehensive health coverage for employees and their eligible dependents

● Our wellness program offers eligibility into the discounted medical plan

● Employees receive paid vacation, sick leave, and holidays

● Generous retirement savings options are available

*The successful candidate must be a city of Philadelphia resident within six months of hire

Effective May 22, 2023, vaccinations are no longer required for new employees that work in non-medical, non-emergency or patient facing positions with the City of Philadelphia. As a result, only employees in positions providing services that are patient-facing medical care (ex: Nurses, doctors, emergency medical personnel), must be fully vaccinated.

The City of Philadelphia is an Equal Opportunity employer and does not permit discrimination based on race, ethnicity, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, ancestry, age, disability, marital status, source of income, familial status, genetic information or domestic or sexual violence victim status. If you believe you were discriminated against, call the Philadelphia Commission on Human Relations at 215-686-4670 or send an email to faqpchr @phila.gov. For more information, go to: Human Relations Website:

http://www.phila.gov/humanrelations/Pages/default.aspx