Looking for a career where you can give back to those who have supported you? Have a favorite teacher or snowplow driver who helped you through a storm or maybe a State Trooper that let you off with a warning? If so, there is a good chance they are a PERA member. Colorado PERA provides retirement benefits for Colorado State Employees, like many teachers, snowplow drivers and State Troopers. Come join the team and give back to those who have helped you.

Colorado PERA’s Information Technology team is growing and we need help! Do you have experience providing front line support for internal employees in a Virtual Desktop environment, or are you willing to learn on the job? Are you familiar with Active Directory, network cabling, O365, and other desktop applications? Please apply if you have and if not, well, still apply; we are happy to work with teachable folks who are eager to learn new skills and systems. 

JOB SUMMARY

This position provides front-line support to all PERA employees. Asking appropriate probing questions to assess the situation. Utilizing knowledge and resource documents to diagnose and resolve issues quickly.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

• Serves as the initial point of contact for all End User Computing (EUC) related concerns for employees
• Verifies all computer systems and network connectivity are functioning normally before the start of each business day
• Works with Application Administrators on errors
• Responsible for all setup and breakdown of workstations
• Performs and monitors IT Automated processes
• Participates in creating documentation for existing systems and programs
• Carries out other duties as assigned

PERA CORE VALUES

Integrity and accountability, customer focus, ethical conduct, excellence, ongoing process improvement, fiduciary duty and engagement.

• Demonstrates integrity, respect and professionalism in all interactions. Takes ownership for actions.
• Demonstrates ethical conduct in all actions and interactions.
• Consistently conveys that internal and/or external customers and stakeholders are of the utmost priority.
• Committed to ongoing process improvement and embraces change.
• Understands and demonstrates a commitment to PERA’s fiduciary duty.
• Creates a culture of engagement.

Job Specific competencies

In addition to all prior job level competencies, the following competencies are specific to this position:

• Technical Skills
• Quality of Work
• Solving Problems
• Time Management
• Communications
• Results Oriented

QUALIFICATIONS

• Excellent problem solving skills
• Time management skills and the ability to establish and meet deadlines for resolution
• Comfortable working in and assisting others through Service Management software such as ServiceNow
• Professional written and interpersonal skills when communicating with employees

WORKING CONDITIONS

• Standard office environment with frequent computer use
• Ability to lift and move up to 20 pounds
• Ability to travel between worksites
• All employees are expected to present themselves in a professional manner in alignment with the financial services industry

WORK FROM HOME POLICY

• Opportunity to work from home up to two days per week. Eligibility dependent upon factors detailed in PERA's Work from Home Policy.

JOB DESCRIPTION DISCLAIMER:

This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities that are required of an employee. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change or be assigned with or without notice.

Unfortunately, at this time, we cannot consider candidates that require sponsorship (now or in the future), or are located outside of the US.

All Colorado PERA employees are subject to PERA’s Ethics Policy and some employees are subject to the Personal Trading Policy. These policies include restrictions on outside business activities and employment and have certain requirements on personal trading.  You may request copies of these policies from PERA’s talent acquisition team and any questions can be answered by PERA’s Investment Administration team.

INTERESTED CANDIDATES
Complete the employment application online at https://www.copera.org/careers. Please have copies of your resume and cover letter available to upload. Please review the following questions. You will be asked for a response to these as part of your application:

1. Describe traits you most admire from a previous mentor.
2. Describe a difficult decision you have made in the past year.
3. Describe two or three accomplishments that have given you the most satisfaction.

ABOUT COLORADO PERA

Looking for a career where you can make a difference? Colorado PERA offers benefit services to public employees across Colorado, including teachers, state troopers, snowplow drivers, correctional officers and many others who provide valuable services. As Colorado’s largest pension plan, we serve and educate over 700,000 members who are former and current public employees. 

At PERA you will earn more than a paycheck. PERA is a culture where you can grow your potential and work in an inclusive environment, where diverse perspectives are valued. We hire exceptional employees and recognize that our people are our best asset. Not only do we make sound investments for our members, PERA invests in our employees’ growth through training and leadership opportunities.

To promote wellbeing, we offer hybrid or flexible working options for most roles and a total rewards and benefit program including health, dental and vision coverage - eligibility starts the first day of the month following the date of hire for most plans; generous paid time off and volunteer hours; pension and retirement plans, including PERA’s defined benefit plan, 457 defined contribution plan, and 401(k) employer match, as applicable; tuition assistance; free, convenient on-site parking or RTD subsidy; free on-site fitness center to stay active; employee assistance program; training, leadership and mentoring programs and more. PERA is a Public Service Loan Forgiveness qualifying employer.

To learn more about life at PERA, watch this video or visit www.copera.org/careers.

Position Title: Technical Support Analyst I
Division: Information Technology
Reports to: Help Desk Manger
Job Status: Full Time / Non Exempt
Salary: $28.00 to $33.00 Hourly, Commensurate with experience
Posting Dates: 05/23/2025 – 06/08/2025