IT Support Generalist
Bering Straits Native Corporation

Overview

**Exciting Opportunity for BSNC Shareholder/Descendants only**

Visit our website at www.beringstraits.com to apply!

SUMMARY

Bering Straits Native Corporation is currently seeking a qualified BSNC Shareholder or Descendent of a Shareholder to fill an IT Support Generalist postion for the Information Technology Department in Anchorage, Alaska. This entry-level technical position is responsible for maintaining high-quality IT services and support for our Users. Our goal is to deliver excellent technical and non-technical support with exceptional customer service and follow-through. This position is part of the Information Technology team so candidates must be passionate about technology, highly skilled at providing amazing customer service, and can thrive in a fast paced and high-pressure environment.
Responsibilities

ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

The Essential Duties and Responsibilities are intended to present a descriptive list of the range of duties performed for this position and are not intended to reflect all duties performed within the job. Other duties may be assigned.

• Provide Help Desk support and resolve problems to the end user's satisfaction.
• Monitor and respond quickly and effectively to requests received through the IT Help Desk.
• Monitor Service Desk for tickets assigned to the queue and process first-in first-out based on priority.
• Modify configurations, utilities, software default settings, etc. for the local workstation.
• Utilize and maintain the Help Desk tracking software.
• Document internal procedures.
• Assist with onboarding of new users.
• Ensure each workstation has a computer, monitor, keyboard, mouse, hard drive, and any additional specialized equipment.
• Install, test, and configure new workstations, peripheral equipment, and software.
• Maintain inventory of all equipment, software, and software licenses.
• Report issues to the Service Desk for escalation.
• Manage PC setup and deployment for new employees using standard hardware, images, and software.
• Assign users and computers to proper groups in Active Directory.
• Perform timely workstation hardware and software upgrades as needed.

Qualifications

QUALIFICATIONS - EXPERIENCE, EDUCATION AND CERTIFICATION

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to satisfactorily perform each essential duty. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Required (Minimum) Qualifications

• Verified BSNC Shareholder or Shareholder Descendant
• Demonstrable knowledge of basic of applications and problem-solving skills.
• Experience with ticketing systems (preferred).

Knowledge, Skills, Abilities, and Other Characteristics

• Personal Credibility and Professional Integrity.
• Positive attitude, towards people and problem.
• Ability to self-start, work independently and achieve high standards to meet multiple deadlines.
• Proficient communicator, including writing, speaking, editing, proofreading and computer skills.
• Above-par working capacity, to work in small and large projects with great attention to detail.
• Work effectively with staff in a team-oriented environment with a positive, can-do attitude.
• Adept in developing and maintaining strong relationships with management, staff, vendors, and clients.
• Exhibit a high degree of professionalism, balanced business judgment, tact, and diplomacy.
• Excellent problem-solving skills, in both mundane and highly sensitive, albeit complex situations.
• Prepare, read, comprehend, and analyze a variety of complex forms, reports, spreadsheets, maps, plans, records, documentation, and correspondence in all languages required by the job.
• Speak to individuals or groups of people with poise, voice control, confidence, and professional integrity.
• Respond adequately to inquiries or complaints.
• Write using standard convention in all languages required by the job.
• Apply principles of logical or scientific thinking to define problems, collect data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions.
• Apply common sense understanding to carry out instructions furnished in written, oral or diagrammatic form.
• Communicate effectively and efficiently in all languages required by the job using whatever communication device or system is required (telephone, et.al.).
• Use/interpret job related terminology, mathematical formulas, and functions effectively and efficiently.
• Deal with people beyond giving and receiving instructions maintaining effective working relationships.
• Perform under stress, deal with persons acting under stress and adapt when confronted with emergency situations.
• Be sensitive to cultural differences among individuals and groups of persons.
• Operate/use a variety of job specific office machines and other office equipment.
• Manage multiple high priority initiatives in a fast paced, highly technical environment.
• Successfully perform the planning, directing, reporting and administrative responsibilities of this position.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Must maintain a constant state of mental alertness at all times. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Essential and marginal functions may require maintaining physical condition necessary for bending, stooping, sitting, walking or standing for prolonged periods of time; most of time is spent sitting in a comfortable position with frequent opportunity to move about.

COVID VACCINATION REQUIREMENTS

• This position is subject to federal or company requirements regarding COVID-19 vaccination or regular testing. Details to be provided by the hiring manager. Employees are expected to comply with all current and future federal and company requirements.

DOT COVERED/SAFETY-SENSITIVE ROLE REQUIREMENTS

• This position is not subject to federal requirements regarding Department of Transportation "safety-sensitive" functions.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

Work Environment characteristics described here are representative of those that must be borne by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.

Job is performed in an office setting with exposure to computer screens and requires extensive use of a computer, keyboard, mouse and multi-line telephone system. The work described herein is primarily a modern office setting. Occasional travel may be required.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES

• No supervisory responsibilities.

ADDITIONAL QUALIFYING FACTORS

As a condition of employment, may be required to pass a pre-employment drug screening, as well as have acceptable reference and background check results to obtain access to military base. Must have reliable transportation to/from work a necessity and must be able to obtain access to military installations.

Shareholder Preference. BSNC gives hiring, promotion, training and retention preference to BSNC shareholders, shareholder descendants and shareholder spouses who meet the minimum qualifications for the job.

Bering Straits Native Corporation is an equal opportunity employer/Veterans/Disabled. All applicants will receive consideration for employment, without regard to race, color, religion, creed, national origin, gender, or gender-identity, age, marital status, sexual orientation, veteran status, disability, pregnancy or parental status, or any other basis prohibited by law.

We participate in the E-Verify Employment Verification Program. We are a drug free workplace.

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