Senior Help Desk Associate

Senior Help Desk Associate

DEPARTMENT OF BUILDINGS

• 3.5 Manhattan, NY Job Details Full-time $85,421
• $98,234 a year 2 hours ago Benefits Work from home Loan forgiveness Qualifications Endpoint Security Mobile device support IT user and group management IT asset management Enterprise software Triage Incident management software Peripheral setup VoIP administration Windows Incident Escalation Microsoft Office High school diploma or GED Video conferencing software Computer hardware Desktop (troubleshooting support) Remote access management Computer management Incident management operations support Remote access software Customer support ticket management Mobile device management MFA macOS ServiceNow Telephone systems Video conferences (communication methods) Access control management VPN management Identity and access management (IAM) solutions Full Job Description Senior Help Desk Associate

DEPARTMENT OF BUILDINGS

Posted On:

05/20/2026 Full-Time Location

MANHATTAN

Exam May Be Required Department IT Operations Salary Range:

85421

• 98234 Save Job Description At the NYC Department of Buildings, we are responsible for ensuring the safe and lawful use of buildings and properties by enforcing the NYC Construction Codes, Energy Code and Zoning Resolution.

We facilitate compliant development with integrity, efficiency, and professionalism. As an Agency, we are committed to remaining a premier municipal building organization, dedicated to enhancing the quality of life for all New Yorkers and making our city safer. As an employer, we are committed to improving our performance and developing procedures that are streamlined, understandable, and transparent. We are seeking a dedicated and skilled Senior Help Desk Associate [Computer Associate (Technical Support) L3] to join our team. The Senior Help Desk Associate will play a key role in queue triage and will serve as the primary Tier 3 escalation resource. This position exemplifies leadership by resolving complex technical issues, functioning as the escalation point for difficult incidents, mentoring junior help desk associates, upholding service standards, and collaborating with Infrastructure and Application teams to deliver seamless end-user support. The Senior Help Desk Associate is expected to demonstrate senior-level ownership, sound judgment, and technical leadership through example. The position balances hands-on technical work with mentorship, documentation, and collaboration across Technology teams. Additionally, The Senior Help Desk Associate must be well organized, prioritize multiple tasks and work well under pressure in a rapidly changing environment with tight deadlines. Candidate must be detail-oriented and understand the importance of properly documenting work in a professional services environment.

Position Responsibilities:

Advanced Technical Support & Escalation:

Serve as a Level 3 escalation resource for complex, high-impact, recurring end-user issues and operations. Take ownership of major incidents, coordinating resolution efforts with Infrastructure and Application teams as needed. Identify recurring support issues, process gaps, and service risks, then recommend improvements that reduce repeat work and strengthen the user experience. Conduct assessment and troubleshooting before escalating issues to specialized infrastructure or application teams. Diagnose and resolve advanced problems across Windows, mobile (MDM) and MacOS devices, identity & access management, endpoint security, and enterprise applications.

Systems, Devices & Access Management:

Support endpoint lifecycle management, including provisioning, configuration, deployment, imaging and decommissioning of Windows, mobile (MDM) and MacOS devices. Administer and troubleshoot identity and access management processes, including account provisioning, permissions, and MFA. Assist with onboarding and offboarding activities, ensuring security, compliance, and least-privilege access standards are followed

Knowledge Sharing & Continuous Improvement:

Identify recurring issues and partner with leadership to improve help desk processes, workflows, service delivery metrics, and long-term technical solutions. Contribute to and maintain high-quality documentation and knowledge base articles to improve first-contact resolution and reduce repeat incidents. Share expertise with junior help desk associates through informal mentoring, technical guidance, and review of complex tickets.

Required Skills & Qualifications:

5+ years of experience in IT Help Desk, End User Support, or Desktop Support roles. Demonstrated experience functioning as a senior or escalation-level engineer. Experience supporting both back office and field personnel.

Technical Expertise:

Advanced working and troubleshooting knowledge of Windows operating systems, common end user hardware, standard peripherals, and core troubleshooting methods Experience working within ServiceNow to create, track, triage and research incidents Strong experience with Microsoft 365, Active Directory / Entra ID, and endpoint security concepts. Experience with identity management and authentication platforms, including access provisioning, MFA support, and user lifecycle management. Experience configuring and administering Mobile Device Management platforms Solid understanding of networking fundamentals (TCP/IP, DNS, DHCP, WiFi, VPN Services). Provide assistance across remote computing platforms and devices, including mobile and remote access technologies Working with external vendors to resolve technical problems across all endpoint platforms and software Provide basic system administration and installation of the VOIP phone and video conferencing systems Asset management and documentation experience.

CIVIL SERVICE STATUS

Only those who are permanent in the Computer Associate (Technical Support) civil service title, applicants who are reachable on the Computer Associate (Technical Support) open competitive list, and applicants as indicated below will be considered. Candidates who are permanent in comparable civil service titles may be considered for title change under rule 6.1.9 of the Personnel Rules and Regulations of the City of New York.

REMOTE WORK

This position may be eligible for remote work up to 2 days per week, pursuant to the Remote Work Pilot Program.

To Apply:

Visit Jobs NYC (cityjobs.nyc.gov) to view and apply for available positions. Search by agency (Department of Buildings), keywords, or for the specific Job ID #.

NOTE:

ONLY THOSE CANDIDATES UNDER CONSIDERATION WILL BE CONTACTED. COMPUTER ASSOC

(TECH SUPP)

• 13611 Minimum Qualifications 1.

A baccalaureate degree from an accredited college or university and two years of satisfactory full-time experience, in mainframe computer, mid-range computer, LAN or WAN computer environments and or local desktop support; or" 2. An associate degree or 60 semester credits from an accredited college or university and three years of satisfactory, full-time experience as described in "1" above; or 3. A four-year high school diploma or its educational equivalent and four years of satisfactory, full-time experience, as described in "1" above; or 4. Education and/or experience equivalent to "1", "2", or "3" above. Undergraduate college credit can be substituted for experience on the basis of 30 semester credits, from an accredited college or university, for six months of experience. However, all candidates must have at least a four-year high school diploma or its educational equivalent and two years of satisfactory full-time experience, as described in "1" above. Preferred Skills

• Strong communication skills, with the ability to explain technical issues clearly to non-technical users.
• Planning, execution and managing multiple special projects, system rollouts and deployments
• Demonstrated ownership, accountability, and sound decision-making in high-pressure situations.
• Organized, detail-oriented, and service-focused mindset.
• Ability to influence service quality and technical outcomes minimal formal authority.

55a Program This position is also open to qualified persons with a disability who are eligible for the 55-a Program. Please indicate at the top of your resume and cover letter that you would like to be considered for the position through the 55-a Program. Public Service Loan Forgiveness As a prospective employee of the City of New York, you may be eligible for federal loan forgiveness programs and state repayment assistance programs. For more information, please visit the U.S. Department of Education's website at https://studentaid.gov/pslf/. Residency Requirement New York City residency is generally required within 90 days of appointment. However, City Employees in certain titles who have worked for the City for 2 continuous years may also be eligible to reside in Nassau, Suffolk, Putnam, Westchester, Rockland, or Orange County. To determine if the residency requirement applies to you, please discuss with the agency representative at the time of interview. Additional Information The City of New York is an inclusive equal opportunity employer committed to recruiting and retaining a diverse workforce and providing a work environment that is free from discrimination and harassment based upon any legally protected status or protected characteristic, including but not limited to an individual's sex, race, color, ethnicity, national origin, age, religion, disability, sexual orientation, veteran status, gender identity, or pregnancy. Save Job

ID 781512

Posted until 06/03/2026 Title code 13611 Civil service title

COMPUTER ASSOC

(TECH SUPP) Title classification Competitive-1 Business title

Senior Help Desk Associate Experience Level:

Experienced (Non-Manager) Job level 03 Number of positions 1 Work location 280 Broadway, 5th Floor, N.Y.

Category:

Technology, Data & Innovation Senior Help Desk Associate