Help Desk Analyst - HDA 25-27764


IT - PA - Harrisburg, PA
Harrisburg, Pennsylvania
Locations: Harrisburg, Lancaster, Philadelphia, Reading
Posted On: August 11, 2025
Last Day to Apply: August 25, 2025
Pay: From $18.00 per hour

Position Title: Help Desk Analyst 
Location: Harrisburg, PA
Work Arrangement: Hybrid (5 days onsite, 5 days remote — rotational)

Shifts Available:

  • 8:00 AM – 4:30 PM

  • 8:30 AM – 5:00 PM
    (Candidates may choose their preferred shift. Initial training will be onsite before starting the hybrid rotation.)

Position Overview

We are seeking a skilled Help Desk Analyst to provide exceptional application and user support in a hybrid work environment. This is a call center–based role focused on resolving application issues, assisting with login and password resets, and escalating tickets to Tier 2 support when needed. The ideal candidate will have strong communication skills, technical troubleshooting expertise, and a dedication to delivering outstanding customer service.

This position does not involve hardware setup, network wiring, or remote access provisioning.

Key Responsibilities

  • Respond promptly and professionally to incoming help desk calls and emails.

  • Log all requests in ServiceNow, creating detailed incident records for tracking.

  • Troubleshoot and resolve application-related issues; escalate complex problems according to defined procedures.

  • Walk users through step-by-step issue resolution with clarity and patience.

  • Research technical issues using reference materials, documentation, and collaboration tools.

  • Coordinate changes, upgrades, and product implementations to ensure compatibility.

  • Install software and updates on agency computers as needed.

  • Perform basic computer repairs and assist with physical IT tasks (e.g., cable clean-up, equipment installation, data center maintenance).

  • Generate and distribute daily reports both electronically and in person.

  • Support senior technical staff by assisting with data acquisition, reporting, and administrative IT tasks.

  • Track work time accurately and adhere to established quality standards.

  • Maintain clear, professional communication and contribute to a collaborative team culture.

Required Skills & Experience

  • 3+ years – Handling help desk calls/emails and providing user support.

  • 3+ years – Logging and escalating tickets via ServiceNow.

  • 3+ years – Installing software/updates and performing basic computer repairs.

  • 3+ years – Supporting senior IT staff with delegated tasks.

  • 1+ year – Running and distributing daily operational reports.

  • 1+ year – Assisting with cable management, equipment installations, and data center upkeep.

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