Technology Support Specialist

Build your big career with the firm that does Big Law, Better . McDermott Will & Schulte is a leading global law firm that brings together more than 1,750 lawyers and 1,400 business professionals. We celebrate excellence, collaboration, and community and have been recognized as a top workplace by USA Today, Fortune , The American Lawyer, Vault and others. We are also certified by Great Place to Work.

At McDermott, we don’t just invest in your future, we accelerate your career – wherever it may lead. That includes supporting you both in and outside of the office.

With Us, You’ll Find

• A firm where everyone belongs: Our award-winning culture prioritizes warmth and authenticity — we encourage you to be yourself!
• Enthusiasm for all perspectives: We’re smarter and stronger when everyone has a voice and a seat at the table. We welcome unique viewpoints and ideas, and we make opportunities for you and your career to thrive.
• Support to feel your best and do your best: Wellness is integral to building a successful career and a rich life. That’s why our benefits program supports your physical, emotional, mental, and financial health, with an emphasis on work-life balance.
• Real rewards for real work: We offer generous compensation packages that recognize hard work and excellence.
  
  

Job Description

The Technology Support Specialist provides desk-side technology customer support. This position assists with strategic projects and operational activities that impact the local office. The Technology Support Specialist works under general supervision and relies on limited experience to plan and accomplish goals.

Essential Functions And Responsibilities

• Participate in our ACD system as directed and monitor the Information Technology (IT) Help Desk ticketing system to ensure that issues and requests are resolved or escalated per established Service Legal Agreements.
• Provide desk-side technical support including troubleshooting hardware and software issues.
• Coordinate the day-to-day operational IT activities including new hire set up, audio and video conference presentations, office moves, and departures.
• Provide basic desktop application support (installation, maintenance, drivers, imaging) and basic support for mobile devices. May work with other members of IT to resolve.
• May physically assist in supporting infrastructure in one or more offices. (Ex. cabling, act as remote set of hands for others.)
• Participates in minimum of 85% of pre-pilots and reports findings. Becomes familiar with each change.
• Creates, edits and maintains our knowledge base articles.
• Is well-versed in firm and IT department technology policies and procedures and actively promotes their adherence. May make recommendations to add or change policies or procedures.
• Works and integrates well with others to deliver results and fosters a cooperative team environment.
• Participates in firm, regional and local projects as directed by performing individual specific tasks in support of the project.
  
  

Job Specifications

• Associate degree in a related field such as Computer Science or equivalent technical knowledge preferred.
• Under two (2) years of related work experience.
• Experience with macOS a plus
• Functional written and verbal communication skills (written and spoken).
• Ability to work under tight deadlines and prioritize responsibilities.
• Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced and changing environment.
• Ability to handle and maintain confidential information.
• Ability to work flexible and/or fluctuating work hours.
• Operates within defined guidelines and supervision.
  
  

Successful candidates will be provided with outstanding career opportunities and will receive a competitive total rewards package with the opportunity to earn performance-based bonuses.

Target Hiring Range $87,000 - $110,000

Please note that quoted salary ranges are not guarantees of what final salary offers may be. Base pay is based on market location and may vary depending on job-related knowledge, skills, experience, and geographic location. Base pay is only one part of the Total Rewards that MWS provides to compensate and recognize our staff professionals for their work. Full time positions are eligible for a discretionary bonus and a comprehensive benefits package.

Physical Demands And Work Environment

The physical demands and work environment characteristics described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Physical Demands

• While performing the duties of this job, the employee is required to sit, use hands, reach with hands and arms, stoop, talk and hear
• Employee must occasionally lift up to twenty (20) pounds
  
  

Work Environment

Typical indoor office environment

Disclaimer

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of the work being performed by people within this classification. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required of employees assigned to this job.