Help Desk III- Apply only local candidates to WI

. Role: Help Desk III- Apply only local candidates to WI Location: Madison, WI Duration: 6 Months contract with possibility of extensions. Job Description Under the general guidance of the IT Operations Manager, this position is responsible for growing and operating the Information Technology Service Management (ITSM) program at agency. This position serves as an expert resource and relies on extensive experience and judgment to plan and accomplish goals. Essential duties include performing first and second level hardware and software support, configuring and administering the ITSM tool, leading ITSM improvement initiatives, coaching and training junior technical support staff and IT personnel, maintaining a high degree of professionalism including during interactions with executive leadership, creating and implementing IT policies, procedures, standards and guidelines. The Help Desk III is expected to be familiar with a wide variety of IT concepts, practices, and technologies. This position may lead and direct the work of others. This position is responsible for providing in-person support to agency staff. Top 3-4 required skills (6 or more years of experience): Ability to independently perform root cause analysis and issue resolution of complex IT issues related to agency hardware and software (e.g., Lenovo Laptops, Apple iPhones, MS Windows, M365). Effective and professional communication and interpersonal skills when dealing with a variety of customers including executives. Ability to identify, lead, and implement ITSM improvement initiatives based on ITIL and industry best practices. Highly self-motivated with the ability to effectively prioritize and execute tasks with strong attention to detail. Top 2-3 Nice to have skills: ITIL 4 Foundation certification or similar CompTIA A certification of similar PMP certification or similar