Job ID: 64958

Position: System Administrator, Int

Department: TN DOH

Location: 665 Mainstream Dr Nashville, Tennessee 37243

Duration: 04+ Months

This position does not include responsibilities typically associated with general IT support. Specifically, this position will not be expected to:

Provide desktop support or troubleshoot individual workstation issues
Deploy or install hardware or software
Address network connectivity problems or infrastructure-related concerns
Manage physical devices, printers, or peripheral equipment
Perform system-wide upgrades or server maintenance

The focus of this role is strictly on application-level support for the Licensure and Regulation System (LARS) and Zendesk, including configuration, ticket resolution, and workflow optimization.

Position Summary:

Under general supervision, the LARS Support Specialist is responsible for maintaining the Tennessee Department of Health's Licensure and Regulation System (LARS) and external help desk system (Zendesk). This role requires a proactive approach to resolving system issues, processing change requests efficiently, and implementing solutions as directed.

Work Schedule & Expectations:

Schedule: Monday–Friday, 8:00 AM–5:00 PM CST

Location: In-person, with the potential for remote work upon completion of training and demonstrated proficiency

665 Mainstream Dr, Nashville TN

Communication & Collaboration Skills

Customer Service & User Support: Strong interpersonal skills to assist users with system-related inquiries and ensure timely resolution of requests
Cross-Functional Collaboration: Experience working with multiple teams, including application coordinators, trainers, and QA personnel
Professional Documentation & Reporting: Ability to clearly document system changes, maintain logs, and communicate status updates effectively

Technical Knowledge & Skills

Help Desk Support: Understanding of IT support workflows, troubleshooting methodologies, and customer service best practices
Licensing & Regulatory Systems: Familiarity with licensure processes and regulatory requirements, particularly within healthcare or government agencies
Application Support: Experience working with platforms such as Zendesk, LARS, and ServiceNow for ticketing and workflow management
Configuration & System Administration: Ability to modify and configure system settings, user permissions, and automated workflows
Data Management & Documentation: Strong skills in maintaining logs, tracking system changes, and organizing supporting documentation in SharePoint

Daily Tasks

Ensure the completion of all (assigned) routine LARS and Zendesk Support tickets and address requested changes promptly by achieving a 100% response rate within one business day and closing all tickets within three business days.

Action Steps:

Complete requested changes for password resets, status changes, new users, workflow reassignments, and other day-to-day tasks within 3 business days.
Follow up with the requester for any additional needed information within 1 business day.
Ensure all communication with the requestor is noted within ServiceNow.
Ensure all time spent on non-HRB tickets is noted within ServiceNow.

Ensure the completion of all assigned configuration requests for LARS and Zendesk by achieving a 100% response rate to the requestor within one business day and providing weekly status updates to the requestor and LARS Application Manager until the change is completed.

Action Steps:

Collaborate with the LARS Application Coordinator to ensure that complete and accurate requirements are gathered.
After requirements are gathered, provide an anticipated timeline for changes within one business day and keep the LARS Application Coordinator updated on the progress of the changes.
Work with the Application Trainer or STS QA Resources to ensure that appropriate testing is completed.
Work with the LARS Application Coordinator to ensure the requester's sign-off is obtained.

Document all modifications made to the Licensure and Regulation System (LARS) in the Application Change Log.

Action Steps:

Ensure that all changes are consistently logged within one business day of implementation.
Store any supporting documentation in the assigned location within the SharePoint site.
Collaborate with the LARS Application Coordinator to maintain an up-to-date log.

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