Our goal at FedPoint is to foster an engaging environment for our employees that promotes career growth and supports a work-life balance. From professional development to wellness programs to volunteer opportunities, we have created a culture that puts our employees on a positive pathway to success.
About FedPoint
FedPoint creates and operates digital benefits marketplaces that make it easy for our millions of federal and military customers to understand, select, and use their benefits. A subsidiary of John Hancock Life & Health Insurance Company, FedPoint was founded in 2002 and is headquartered in Portsmouth, NH.
Our mission
Create and deliver world-class benefits experiences for our customers, clients, and business partners.
| Department: | Infrastructure & IT Management |
| Location: | Portsmouth, NH |
Senior Technical Support Specialist
Department: Information Technology
Reports To: Manager, IT Infrastructure
Status: Full-Time, Non-Exempt
Location: Portsmouth, NH
Schedule: Hybrid, 3 days in office, Monday-Friday
FedPoint is seeking an experienced and highly motivated Senior Technical Support Specialist to join our IT Infrastructure Team. This role is ideal for a seasoned IT professional who thrives in fast-paced environments, excels at solving complex technical issues, and takes pride in delivering exceptional customer service. As a senior member of the Service Desk, you will oversee daily operations, mentor team members, maintain high-quality service standards, and ensure efficient resolution of end-user support requests.
This position plays a key role in supporting organizational technology needs, driving operational excellence, and ensuring a seamless employee experience throughout the HR lifecycle.
Service Desk Leadership and Support 40%
Manage, triage, and oversee daily help desk requests while ensuring timely and accurate documentation of all actions taken.
Provide advanced troubleshooting for laptops, desktops, virtual desktops, network connectivity, and application issues.
Monitor ticket progression end-to-end, escalating when necessary and driving continuous improvement in service delivery.
HR Lifecycle Technology Support 25%
Lead IT processes related to onboarding, terminations, transfers, and leaves of absence.
Ensure accurate account creation, deactivation, access management, and equipment provisioning.
Collaborate with HR and other departments to ensure full compliance with internal protocols and policies.
Process Development & Coaching 15%
Contribute to the creation, improvement, and documentation of departmental procedures.
Provide coaching to Technical Support Specialists to reinforce best practices and enhance ticketing system efficiency.
IT Asset Management 10%
Track, maintain, and update hardware and software inventory.
Oversee the distribution, allocation, ordering, and disposal of assets in alignment with company policy.
Supply Management 5%
Manage procurement of IT and office supplies.
Maintain supply inventory and ensure necessary materials are available.
Infrastructure Project Support 5%
Assist with technical projects, equipment maintenance, security administration, and job scheduling as needed.
Work closely with the IT Infrastructure team to support organization-wide initiatives.
Minimum 5 years of hands-on experience supporting an IT Service Desk.
High school diploma or equivalent required.
Proficiency in troubleshooting:
Microsoft Windows 10/11
Microsoft Office 2013, 2016, 2019, and 365
Laptop and desktop hardware
Strong experience supporting wireless networks, VPN connectivity, fax/printer devices, and IP phones (preferred).
Experience with virtual desktop platforms, antivirus applications, and laptop encryption technologies (preferred).
Working knowledge of Active Directory and SharePoint (preferred).
Demonstrated ability to stay up-to-date with evolving technologies.
Strong multi-tasking skills with the ability to prioritize effectively in a dynamic environment.
Exceptional problem-solving skills with the ability to remain composed under pressure and resolve complex issues efficiently.
Self-motivated with the ability to work independently and deliver high-quality results with minimal supervision.
Strong customer service orientation and professional communication skills (required).
Ability to collaborate effectively within a team and communicate clearly with colleagues, managers, and end users (required).
What to Expect on Pay:
The salary range for this role is $29.28 $39.61 per hour. Weve shared the full range to stay transparent but most new hires join us between the minimum and the midpoint, depending on skills and experience.
Final compensation is based on a mix of factors including qualifications, experience, and education, as well as internal equity and budget considerations.
Why Join Us?
At FedPoint, our mission is to create and deliver world-class benefits experiences for our customers, clients, and business partners.
We offer a dynamic work environment where innovation and collaboration are encouraged. You'll have the opportunity to make a significant impact while honing your skills and advancing your career.
In addition to working for a company with great people and an excellent reputation, whats in it for you?
All offers of employment with FedPoint are conditional upon satisfactory completion of a pre-employment background check.
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