OMRI is Hiring a PC Support Specialist

About OMRI

The Organic Materials Review Institute (OMRI) is a leading nonprofit organization working to strengthen the organic industry. OMRI operates an internationally recognized evaluation program that reviews and lists input products for use in producing, processing, and handling organic foods and fiber. OMRI Listed^® products may be allowed for in operations that are certified organic under the USDA National Organic Program or the Canadian Organic Standards.

Location: Eugene, Oregon (Learn more about the City of Eugene)

Overview of Position

We are looking to fill a key position on our team. The PC Support Specialist will be responsible for supporting OMRI’s Information Technology infrastructure, and providing software and hardware support to OMRI staff. The Network Administrator reports to the Network Manager.

Starting salary $42,500 per year, DOE

Major Responsibilities

Technical Support

• Provide technical support for OMRI staff
• Respond to requests for general computer assistance from OMRI staff by troubleshooting, solving and documenting problems with hardware and software
• Present both on-the-spot and formal trainings for OMRI staff on how to perform common tasks using standard office software as well as specialized tasks using OMRI's custom database systems
• Other duties as assigned

Qualifications

 Education and Experience:

• Bachelor’s degree in computer science or a related field preferred
• 2 years of experience with PC support required

Skills:

Required

• Strong customer service skills
• Superior written and oral communication skills
•  Ability to work constructively as part of a dynamic team
• Ability to exhibit pleasant, professional attitude resolving service requests
• Ability to organize information, prioritize multiple tasks, and complete assignments in a timely fashion
• Ability to process complex information and instructions
• Ability to troubleshoot and problem-solve independently
• Ability to handle confidential business information appropriately
• Willingness to participate in professional development activities, and ability to acquire new skills and adapt to change quickly required.
• Ability to identify customer service opportunities and improve customer satisfaction
• Demonstrated knowledge of the following:
• Domains
• Active Directory
• Exchange
• TCP/IP, DNS, DHCP and networking
• Help Desk
• Windows 7, 10: installation and troubleshooting, software and hardware
• PC imaging
• Microsoft Office products
• Outlook
• Server OS
• Anti-virus applications
• Mobile technology (phones, wireless, Bluetooth)

   Preferred

• Familiarity with and support for the organic community

Other Requirements:

• Ability to work occasional nights and weekends, if required.
• Ability to occasionally travel domestically, if required.
• Ability to provide annual motor vehicle report and proof of auto insurance, if required.

OMRI is an Equal Opportunity Employer

OMRI is committed to fostering an inclusive and welcoming work environment where equal employment opportunities are available to all applicants and teammates without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, pregnancy, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. All aspects of employment are decided on the basis of qualifications, merit, performance and business needs.