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Technology Support Consultant

  

Important Recruitment Information for this vacancy

  • Job Posting closes:  January 28, 2022
  • Required documents uploaded by:   January 28, 2022

About the Lottery:  In November of 1986, 64 percent of Kansas voters approved a constitutional amendment authorizing the creation of a state lottery.  The Kansas Legislature passed the "Kansas Lottery Act" in 1987, and the Kansas Lottery was established. The mission of the Kansas Lottery is to produce the maximum amount of revenue possible for the State of Kansas while ensuring the integrity of all games. 

The Kansas Lottery sells $1, $2, $3, $5, $10, $20 and $30 scratch tickets and $1 and $2 instant pull tab games. In addition, Kansas Lottery players enjoy Powerball, Mega Millions, Lotto America, Lucky for Life, Super Kansas Cash, Pick 3, 2by2, Keno, Racetrax, and Holiday Millionaire Raffle draw games. Kansas Lottery products are sold at approximately 1,750 retail locations.

The Kansas Expanded Lottery Act, enacted in 2007, authorized the Kansas Lottery to be the owner/operator of casino gaming in four Kansas gaming zones.  Boot Hill Casino & Resort in Dodge City; Kansas Star Casino in Mulvane; Hollywood Casino at the Kansas Speedway in Kansas City; and the Kansas Crossing Casino and Hotel in Pittsburg.

The Kansas Lottery employs people in many different backgrounds/positions such as marketing, finance, security, sales and IT.  The Kansas Lottery is a place where you can dream big. Come and join our winning team!

About the Position

  • Classified/Unclassified Service:  Unclassified
  • Full-Time/Part-Time:  Full-Time
  • Regular/Temporary:  Regular Hours
  • Work Schedule:  40-hour workweek, Monday-Friday, with some weekend hours possible.
  • Eligible to Receive Benefits:  Yes
  • Veterans' Preference Eligible: 
  • Search Keywords:  IT, technology, support, consultant, Microsoft, Helpdesk, computer

Compensation: $38,500 to $42,500 annually, position is an hourly, non-exempt position.

Salary can vary depending upon education, experience, or qualifications.

Position Summary & Responsibilities

Position Summary: 

This individual is expected to proactively identify and carry-out work assignments associated with supporting Lottery users as well as supporting and configuring computers, mobile devices, printers and other related equipment.  Employee is free to develop their own work sequences within established procedures, methods and policies.  This individual must be able to resolve problems using analytical thought, knowledge of discipline, and troubleshooting protocols.  Daily work is assigned by ticket requests coming into the Lottery ticket system and/or received via phone, email or in-person contact.  Other assignments are given verbally and/or in writing with general objectives for desired outcome. Incumbent is responsible to proactively obtain requirements, understand the assignment and complete within agreed timeframes of the assignment.

Job Responsibilities may include but are not limited to the following:  

  • Monitor Ticket Queues and respond to email, phone or in-person requests for assistance.
  • Installs equipment and assists users with access and use.
  • Configures PC’s, mobile devices and provision cellular services required.
  • Supports, maintains, and operates Lottery technology systems and applications.
  • Performs daily duties on Microsoft servers; including backups, restores, creation/maintenance of user accounts.
  • Participates in Lottery meetings and trainings. Be on-call nights, weekends and holidays. 
  • Performs other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

  • High School Graduate or equivalent and one-year experience advising and assisting computer users required.  Education and/or coursework may be substituted for experience.
  • Associates Degree in information technology with an emphasis on user support and information systems preferred.  Work experience as deemed relevant by the agency may be substituted.
  • Valid current Class C Kansas driver’s license required.
  • A+ Certified preferred.
  • Microsoft certifications preferred.
  • Demonstrated ability to work with diverse group of users and retail partners.
  • Knowledge of Helpdesk concepts.
  • Knowledge of PC/mobile device/hardware and software support.

Post-Offer, Pre-employment Requirements:  

  • Must be able to pass extensive background prior to hire and subject to updates
  • Subject to tax clearance upon hire and subject to updates.
  • Employees of the Kansas Lottery and designated family members are subject to the provisions of the Kansas Lottery Act, K.S.A. 74-8701 et seq., and the Kansas Expanded Lottery Act, K.S.A. 74-8733 et seq.
  • Must complete I-9 Form upon hire and update and/or re-verify as required.
  • By law, any person who holds or has held a license with the Kansas Racing and Gaming Commission may not be employed by the Kansas Lottery within five years after last holding such license.

 

Recruiter Contact Information

Jayme Carpenter

128 N. Kansas Ave.

Topeka, KS 66603

785-296-5726

[email protected]

 

Job Application Process

  • First Sign in or register as a New User.
  • Complete or update your contact information on the Careers> My Contact Information page. *This information is included on all your job applications.
  • Upload required documents listed below for the Careers> My Job Applications page. *This information is included on all your job applications.
  • Start your draft job application, upload other required documents, and Submit when it is complete.
    • Manage your draft and submitted applications on the Careers> My Job Applications page.
  • Check your email and My Job Notifications for written communications from the Recruiter.
    • Email – sent to the Preferred email on the My Contact Information page
    • Notifications – view the Careers> My Job Notifications page

Helpful Resources at jobs.ks.gov: “How to Apply for a Job – Instructions” and “How to Search for a Job – Instructions"

Required Documents for this Application to be Complete

Upload these on the Careers - My Job Applications page

  • Tax Clearance Certificate
  • Transcripts
  • DD214 (if you are claiming Veteran’s Preference)

Upload these on the Attachments step in your Job Application

  • Resume
  • Cover Letter

Helpful Resources at jobs.ks.gov: “How, What, & Where do I Upload Documents” and  “Save Tax Clearance Certificate as a PDF”

Kansas Tax Clearance Certificate Required: Each applicant (even non-residents) applying for a State of Kansas job vacancy must obtain a valid Kansas Certificate of Tax Clearance by accessing the Kansas Department of Revenue's website.  A Tax Clearance is a comprehensive tax account review to determine and ensure that an individual's account is compliant with all primary Kansas Tax Laws. A Tax Clearance expires every 90 days. All applicants, including current state employees, are responsible for submitting a valid certificate with all other application materials to the hiring agency.  This is in accordance with Executive Order 2004-03. If you need assistance with the tax clearance, please contact 785-296-3199.

 

Visit the Tax Clearance site for more information on and where to obtain this Kansas Department of Revenue document.

How to Claim Veterans Preference

Veterans' Preference Eligible (VPE): Former military personnel or their spouse that have been verified as a "veteran"; under K.S.A. 73-201 will receive an interview if they meet the minimum competency factors of the position.  The veterans' preference laws do not guarantee the veteran a job.  Positions are filled with the best qualified candidate as determine by the hiring manager.

Learn more about claiming Veteran’s Preference

 

Equal Employment Opportunity

The State of Kansas is an Equal Opportunity Employer.  We value diversity, equity, and inclusion as essential elements that create and foster a welcoming workplace.  All qualified persons will be considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, political affiliation, disability or any other factor unrelated to the essential functions of the job.

If you wish to identify yourself as a qualified person with a disability under the Americans with Disabilities Act and would like to request an accommodation, please address the request to the agency recruiter.

 

 

 



Job Application Process

  • Sign in to your existing account or Register at the State of Kansas careers portal. Complete your application.
  • Complete or review your contact information on the My Contact Information page.
  • Upload documents listed in the Required Documents section of the job posting to the appropriate location.
  • Check your email and My Job Notifications for written communications from the Recruiter.
    • Email – the email listed on the Careers>My Contact Information Page
    • Notifications – view the Careers>My Job Notifications page

Required documents for this application to be complete:

  • On the My Job Applications page, verify these documents are present and valid. Upload or delete and upload new if needed.
    • Current Tax Clearance Certificate*
    • DD214 (if you are claiming Veteran’s Preference**)
  • Inside your Job Application upload these documents:
    • Resume (or choose existing if you have one)
    • Cover Letter

*Kansas Tax Clearance Certificate Required: Each applicant (including current state employees, and non-residents) applying for a State of Kansas job vacancy must obtain a valid Kansas Certificate of Tax Clearance by accessing the Kansas Department of Revenue's website. A Tax Clearance is a comprehensive tax account review to determine and ensure that an individual's account is compliant with all primary Kansas Tax Laws. A Tax Clearance expires every 90 days. All applicants are responsible for submitting a valid certificate with all other application materials to the hiring agency. This is in accordance with Executive Order 2004-03. If you need assistance with the tax clearance, please contact 785-296-3199. Visit the Tax Clearance site for more information and where to obtain this Kansas Department of Revenue document.


To assist in completing your application, please see helpful links below:


**How to Claim Veterans Preference

  • Veterans Preference Eligible (VPE): Former military personnel or their spouse that have been verified as a "veteran"; under K.S.A. 73-201 will receive an interview if they meet the minimum competency factors of the position. The veterans' preference laws do not guarantee the veteran a job. Positions are filled with the best qualified candidate as determined by the hiring manager.

Learn more about claiming Veterans Preference


Equal Employment Opportunity
The State of Kansas is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We value diversity, equity, and inclusion as essential elements that create and foster a welcoming workplace. All qualified persons will be considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, political affiliation, disability or any other factor unrelated to the essential functions of the job.

If you wish to identify yourself as a qualified person with a disability under the Americans with Disabilities Act and would like to request an accommodation, please address the request to the agency recruiter.