Technical Support Specialist I

Posted Yesterday
Hiring Remotely in United States
Remote
47K-56K Annually
Entry level
Edtech
The Role
Provides technical troubleshooting and functional support for Jenzabar products used by higher education institutions. Resolves application and system issues using SQL, logs, browser developer tools, and structured workflows; manages multiple customer cases; documents solutions; communicates with customers and internal teams; and escalates issues to Product and Engineering. The role requires customer empathy, strong prioritization, problem-solving, communication, adaptability, and familiarity with web applications, enterprise software, and higher education processes.
Summary Generated by Built In

Jenzabar is looking for a highly motivated Technical Support Specialist I to join our fast‑paced, customer‑focused Support organization. This role provides technical troubleshooting, functional guidance, and high‑quality customer service to institutions using Jenzabar products. The right candidate thrives in an environment where priorities shift quickly; problems require curiosity and persistence, and customer empathy is non-negotiable. 

Core Responsibilities

  • Provide prompt, professional technical support for Jenzabar products, troubleshooting both functional and system level issues
  • Analyze and resolve customer problems using SQL, logs, browser developer tools, and structured troubleshooting workflows
  • Prioritize multiple cases at once, balancing urgency, impact, and customer expectations 
  • Communicate clearly with customers, peers, Cloud Ops, Product, and Engineering teams
  • Document findings, steps, and solutions concisely for customers and our internal knowledge base
  • Act as a liaison between Support and Product Development, escalating with complete and accurate context
  • Continuously increase your product and technical expertise through training, documentation, and hands-on learning

Required Qualifications

  • Experience troubleshooting web applications or enterprise software 
  • Functional knowledge of higher education registration, financial aid, or other areas that relate to students and enrollment
  • Strong customer empathy and ability to remain calm, clear, and professional under pressure 
  • Excellent prioritization skills with the ability to juggle multiple cases in a fast-moving environment 
  • Structured problem-solving approach with attention to detail and curiosity 
  • Clear, concise written and verbal communication 
  • Ownership and accountability - you follow through, escalate early, and close the loop 
  • Collaborative mindset; you work effectively with Product, Cloud Ops, peers, and leadership 
  • Adaptability - comfortable with frequent change in tooling, process, and priorities 

Preferred Qualifications 

  • Bachelor’s degree in Computer Systems or a related field preferred, OR equivalent demonstrated experience such as relevant coursework or certifications (e.g., Bootcamp, Codecademy, Udemy, Coursera)
  • Experience working in a support desk, helpdesk, or SaaS support environment 
  • Familiarity with HTML/JavaScript for diagnosing web issues 
  • Ability to write and interpret SQL queries 
  • Comfort with logs, stack traces, browser developer tools, and technical diagnostics 
  • Familiarity with relational databases, networks, Windows/Server environments, or application servers 
  • Experience creating knowledge base articles, guides, or documentation 
  • Experience with Jenzabar One (J1), JICS, or Jenzabar business office modules (Accounts receivable, general ledger, payroll, etc.) 
  • Strong functional understanding of how processes and data flow within Jenzabar products 
  • Ability to translate campus needs into product troubleshooting

The pay range for this position is $47,000-$56,000/year; however, base pay offered may vary depending on job-related knowledge, geographic location, skills, and experience. This position is eligible for an annual bonus in addition to a full range of benefits. This information is provided per the relevant state and local pay transparency laws for the location in which this position will be performed.


Benefits

Medical Insurance, Life Insurance, Dental Insurance, Vision Insurance, PTO, Paid Parental Leave, Paid Holidays, Short Term Disability, Long Term Disability, 401K, Educational Assistance 


Jenzabar does not discriminate in employment opportunities or practices on the basis of race, color, sex, gender, gender identity, pregnancy, childbirth and related medical conditions, genetics, genetic markers and carrier status, creed, religion, national origin, ancestry, age, disability, medical condition, marital status, sexual orientation, military service, veteran status, or any other status protected by state and federal laws.

Please Note: Jenzabar does not sponsor applicants for work visas.

Electronic Monitoring Notice:

Job applicants are advised that Jenzabar reserves the right to monitor, access, review, and disclose electronic activity conducted on Company‑owned devices, networks, and systems, as well as activity involving Jenzabar applications or accounts accessed on personal devices. Monitoring may include email, messaging, internet usage, files, applications, and other electronic communications or data, and is performed for security, compliance, and operational purposes. 

Skills Required

  • Experience troubleshooting web applications or enterprise software
  • Functional knowledge of higher education registration, financial aid, or student and enrollment processes
  • Strong customer empathy and ability to remain calm, clear, and professional under pressure
  • Ability to prioritize and manage multiple cases in a fast-moving environment
  • Structured problem-solving skills with attention to detail and curiosity
  • Clear, concise written and verbal communication skills
  • Ownership, accountability, follow-through, and escalation skills
  • Ability to collaborate effectively with Product, Cloud Ops, peers, and leadership
  • Adaptability to changes in tooling, processes, and priorities
  • Bachelor's degree in Computer Systems or a related field, or equivalent demonstrated experience
  • Experience in a support desk, helpdesk, or SaaS support environment
  • Familiarity with HTML and JavaScript for diagnosing web issues
  • Ability to write and interpret SQL queries
  • Experience with logs, stack traces, browser developer tools, and technical diagnostics
  • Familiarity with relational databases, networks, Windows or server environments, and application servers
  • Experience creating knowledge base articles, guides, or documentation
  • Experience with Jenzabar One, JICS, or Jenzabar business office modules
  • Strong functional understanding of processes and data flow within Jenzabar products
  • Ability to translate campus needs into product troubleshooting
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The Company
HQ: Boston, MA
470 Employees
Year Founded: 1998

What We Do

Jenzabar is higher education’s trusted advisor, offering technology solutions and services that are tailored to fit the evolving needs of institutions both today and in the future. Collaborating with over 1,300 clients worldwide, we provide scalable software and services, designed to drive performance across campus and throughout the full student lifecycle. Exclusively serving higher education, more colleges and universities selected a Jenzabar student information system over any other SIS during the past six years. For further information, please visit www.jenzabar.com.

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