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IT Support Technician – Contract-to-Permanent
LOCATION:
MassachusettsTeachers’Retirement System
500RutherfordAve.,Charlestown,MA02129
HOURLY RATE
$30-$35/hour (based on experience)
DATE OF POSTING:
Tuesday, August 18, 2026
APPLICATION DEADLINE:
Candidates will be interviewed on a rolling basis.
The Massachusetts Teachers’ Retirement System (MTRS) is the pension plan for the Commonwealth’s public-school educators.The plan provides retirement, disability, and survivor benefits to more than 71,000 recipients and maintains and services retirement accounts for over 102,000 active members and 35,000 inactive members.
Ouragency mission isto ensure that members ofthe MTRSachieve and maintaina successfuland secureretirementthroughresponsiblebenefitsadministration,financialintegrityandtheprovision of outstanding services.
Reporting to the Chief Technology Officer (CTO) and senior IT staff, the IT Support Technician provides day-to-day technical support for approximately 125 staff, covering end-user devices, applications, and service desk operations.The IT Support Technician will gain hands-on experience across infrastructure, cloud platforms, end-user support, and vendor management — including Citrix, AWS, Microsoft 365, and Nutanix.
·Provide daily technical support for Microsoft 365, MTRS web applications, and Commonwealth applications.
·Monitor and respond to service desk requests involving PCs, operating systems, printers, phones, and other hardware; log, track, and escalate tickets using Track-It under senior staff guidance.
·Maintain hardware and software inventory in Track-It, including assets that store Personally Identifiable Information (PII).
·Perform routine application updates, patches, and maintenance under senior staff guidance.
·Serve as the primary technical contact for vendor phone support and staff support requests; coordinate and escalate telephone equipment issues as needed.
·Assist with data center hardware and software inventory as directed.
·Participate in special projects as assigned.
·Associate degree in IT, Computer Science, or a related field preferred.
·1–3 years of IT support, help desk, or customer service experience, including internships or co-ops.
·Microsoft 365 (MS-900), CompTIA Network+, or similar certifications preferred.
·U.S. Citizenship or Permanent Residency required.
·Proficiency with Microsoft 365 applications (Outlook, Word, Excel, Teams, and related tools).
·Ability to troubleshoot Windows PCs, printers, software, and basic network issues.
·Basic awareness of networking concepts (LAN/WAN, VPN, TCP/IP) and cybersecurity best practices.
·Experience with Dell WYSE devices is a plus.
·Familiarity with service desk ticketing systems; Track-It experience is a plus.
·Strong listening, problem-solving, and written communication skills.
·Comfortable supporting end users by phone, in person, or remotely.
·Eager to learn and grow in a collaborative, fast-paced environment.
The IT Support Technician is requiredtoreporttotheofficefivedaysperweekfor the first 90 calendar days of employment. Work hours are flexible, but are generally Monday through Friday, 8:00 AM to 4:00 PM (30-minute lunch) or 7:45 AM to 4:00 PM (45-minute lunch).This position should not exceed 37.5 hours per week and may require an occasionally flexible schedule
This contract position is designed as a potential pathway to permanent, full-time employment. Contractors who demonstrate strong performance and reliability during the approximately 90-calendar day engagement will be actively considered for conversion to a full-time role. Full-time employees receive the comprehensive benefits of Commonwealth employment, including enrollment in the State Employees' Retirement System, health and dental insurance, paid leave, and paid holidays.
Interestedapplicantsmustapplyonlinethrough MassCareersat:
https://massanf.taleo.net/careersection/ex/jobsearch.ftl-ftlcompclass=LoginComponent
Applicants are required to submit a cover letter and résumé to Chief Human Resources and Legal Affairs Officer, within the MassCareers portal. The cover letter must addressthe why applicant’sbackground,andtrainingwouldmakehimorheragoodfitforthepositionof IT Support Technician with the MTRS. (See MTRS website for background at www.mass.gov/mtrs)Applicants who do not submit a cover letter will not be considered.
Selectedapplicantswillbeinvitedtotakeatestdesignedtoevaluatetheirtechnical support skills.
Comprehensive Benefits
When you embark on a career with the Commonwealth, you are offered an outstanding suite of employee benefits that add to the overall value of your compensation package. We take pride in providing a work experience that supports you, your loved ones, and your future.
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An Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action Employer. Females, minorities, veterans, and persons with disabilities are strongly encouraged to apply.
The Commonwealth is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, age, disability, national origin, veteran status, or any other basis covered by appropriate law. Research suggests that qualified women, Black, Indigenous, and Persons of Color (BIPOC) may self-select out of opportunities if they don't meet 100% of the job requirements. We encourage individuals who believe they have the skills necessary to thrive to apply for this role.
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