Commonwealth of Massachusetts

IT DESKTOP SUPPORT SPECIALIST - (2600007B)

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Attention applicants: Do not apply for this position via the MassCareers website. Your application will not be received.

To apply, follow the link below to the Attorney General’s Office direct application page.

www.mass.gov/ago/employment.

IT DESKTOP SUPPORT SPECIALIST

Executive Bureau

Information Technology Division

(Boston Office or Regional Office)

The Attorney General Andrea Joy Campbell’s Office is looking for a highly motivated individual to join the Information Technology Division as an IT Desktop Support Specialist. The IT Desktop Support Specialist is a detail-oriented and customer-focused member of our technology team. This role is responsible for providing frontline support to employees, ensuring smooth onboarding and offboarding processes, managing IT assets, and resolving technical issues in a Windows 11 and Microsoft 365 environment. The ideal candidate will have strong troubleshooting skills, excellent communication abilities, and a proactive approach to IT service delivery.

Primary Duties:

Onboarding & Offboarding

• Set up and configure new user accounts, devices, and software.
• Ensure departing employees are properly offboarded, including account deactivation and equipment retrieval.

IT Service Desk Support

• Act as the first point of contact for IT-related issues via phone, email, or ticketing system.
• Provide Tier 1 support for hardware, software, and network issues, escalating when necessary.

Equipment Deployment

• Prepare, image, and deploy laptops, desktops, and peripherals to end users.
• Maintain inventory of IT equipment and ensure timely replacements or upgrades.

Technical Issue Resolution

• Troubleshoot and resolve common desktop, application, and connectivity problems.
• Support Microsoft 365 applications including Outlook, Teams, SharePoint, and OneDrive.

Asset Management

• Assist with tracking and maintaining IT assets in the asset management system.
• Ensure accurate documentation of equipment assignments and returns.

Tier 1 Cybersecurity Support

• Monitor and respond to basic security alerts and incidents.
• Educate users on security best practices and assist with password resets, MFA, and phishing reports.

Position Type: Full-Time/Exempt. Our current hybrid model includes some remote workdays for most positions. On in-office days, employees are required to report to one of our designated office locations, either in Boston or at a regional office.

Salary: $60,000

To apply for this position: Please visit the Employment and Recruitment Portal of the Attorney General’s Office at BambooHR and apply directly. Applications submitted via MassCareers website are not received.

You will be asked to submit a cover letter and resume when applying for this position. The application deadline is January 30, 2026, at 5:00 PM (ET) .

Qualified individuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply. We will gladly assist applicants in need of an accommodation. For assistance, contact the Human Resources Division at (617) 963-2932.

Do not select MassCareers “apply online” option to apply for this position. Applications submitted via this MassCareers website are not received by our Office.

Inquiries regarding position & status may be made to:

Kevin Coluci, Chief Information and Security Officer

Information Technology Division

617-963-2008

Qualifications

Position Requirements:

• Associate or bachelor’s degree in information technology or related field or equivalent experience.
• A minimum of zero to three (0–3) years of experience in IT desktop support or help desk role.
• Knowledge of Windows 11 operating system and Microsoft 365 applications.
• Basic understanding of cybersecurity principles and incident response.
• Excellent problem-solving, organizational, and communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced environment.
• Familiarity with IT asset management practices and ticketing systems, preferred.
• Knowledge of endpoint management tools (e.g., Intune, SCCM), preferred.
• Exposure to ITIL practices and service desk workflows, preferred.
• CompTIA A+, Network+, or Security+ certification, a plus.

The Attorney General’s Office is an Equal Opportunity Employer. As the representative of the Commonwealth and its residents, the Attorney General’s Office strives to ensure that those working in our office reflect the diversity of the communities we serve. The Office encourages applicants from a broad spectrum of backgrounds to apply for positions.

Do not select MassCareers “apply online” option. Any automated message generated by the Commonwealth of Massachusetts MassCareers website does not apply to posted positions at the Attorney General’s Office. You must apply directly at: www.mass.gov/ago/employment.

Official Title: Technical Support Specialist

Primary Location

: United States-Massachusetts-Boston-1 Ashburton Place

Job

: Unclassified

Agency

: Office of the Attorney General

Schedule

: Full-time

Shift

: Day

Job Posting

: Jan 10, 2026, 1:29:24 AM

Number of Openings

: 1

Yearly

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