Arkansas Game and Fish Commission Field IT Support Technician
Job Description
Join the Arkansas Game and Fish Commission as a Field IT Support Technician, serving as a vital link for tech support across our statewide operations. You'll be the go-to expert providing IT asset management and hands-on technical support to end users across Arkansas, ensuring our team has the technology they need to protect and preserve our natural resources.
What You'll Do
%CF; Lifecycle Management: Track and manage IT hardware and software assets from initial acquisition through active maintenance to secure decommissioning.
%CF; Software Asset Management: Monitor software license utilization, enforce license request compliance, prevent over-licensing, and manage vendor audit defenses.
%CF; Inventory Control: Maintain the IT Asset Management database (AMDB/CMDB) to ensure accurate, real-time inventory tracking across remote and on-premise teams.
%CF; Procurement & Vendor Relations: Partner with Fiscal and procurement teams to review contracts, renewals, purchases, and negotiate pricing for enterprise software and hardware.
%CF; Governance & Compliance: Establish and enforce ITAM policies, approval protocols, and automated asset tracking workflows.
%CF; Ticketing & Documentation: Manage support requests and document system configurations using an online ticketing and documentation portal.
%CF; Reporting & Analytics: Generate recurring reports on asset utilization, operational costs, compliance risks, and lifecycle refresh cycles.
%CF; End-User Support: Support for desktops, laptops, and mobile devices (Windows, iOS, Android) across multiple field offices.
%CF; Field Assistance: Serve as the "eyes and ears" in the field, providing on-site technical leadership and troubleshooting imaging or LAN connectivity issues
Travel Requirements
This role requires regular travel to AGFC offices statewide (average 2 days per week) with and without AGFC personnel using AFGC vehicle. No travel reimbursement necessary. Valid Drivers License and Insurance required!
Required Qualifications
%CF; 3+ years of experience in each of the following:
%CB; Helpdesk or Field technician support
%CB; End User Hardware Support (laptops, desktops, mobile devices)
%CB; IT Asset Management
%CB; ITSM/ITAM Tools
%CB; Software installation and maintenance
%CF; Exceptional customer service skills with a commitment to user satisfaction
%CF; Strong communication abilities for technical and non-technical audiences
Preferred Qualifications
%CF; CompTIA A+, CSAM, CHAMP, ITIL v4, or similar IT certifications
%CF; Experience with Freshservice ITSM/ITAM
%CF; NinjaOne RMM
%CF; Google Workspace administration experience
%CF; Experience in government or conservation organizations
%CF; Bachelors Degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, Business Administration, or related field
Technical Skills
%CF; Windows 11 operating systems
%CF; Active Directory administration
%CF; iOS and Android mobile device management tools
%CF; Network monitoring and discovery tools
%CF; Antivirus and security software and tools
%CF; Remote monitoring and management support tools
What We're Looking For
The ideal candidate takes ownership of their work, demonstrates problem-solving initiative, and thrives in a customer-focused environment. You should be comfortable working independently in the field while staying connected to the larger IT team.
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