Desktop Support Associate II - West Coast at ActBlue

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Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

14 Oct, 26

Salary

97428.0

Posted On

16 Jul, 26

Experience

2 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Desktop Support, SaaS Administration, Jamf, Okta, Google Workspace, Slack, Atlassian, Zoom, macOS, Identity and Access Management, Endpoint Security, MDM Policy Management, Technical Documentation, Project Management, Scripting, Automation

Industry

Political Organizations

Description

WHO WE ARE ActBlue is a nonprofit organization dedicated to creating cutting-edge technology that fuels Democratic victories and enables progressive causes to thrive. Our vision is simple: building change through the power of people. Since our founding, we’ve been building innovative solutions to revolutionize grassroots fundraising – if you’ve donated to a Democratic campaign or a progressive organization online, you’ve probably used our platform! We believe in putting power in the hands of small-dollar donors by helping thousands of groups — from local candidates to national movements — mobilize their communities and create a lasting impact. Every member of our team is deeply committed to advancing our shared mission and core values. Together, we are shaping the future of democracy. THE OPPORTUNITY ActBlue is a nonprofit that builds technology and infrastructure for Democratic campaigns, progressive organizations, and nonprofits. We empower small-dollar donors and help them make their voices heard — and behind the scenes, our IT team plays a critical role in keeping our people and systems running at their best. We’re committed to building an inclusive, remote-first culture where every team member can do their best work. The Desktop Support Associate II is the go-to technical resource for ActBlue staff working remotely across the country and in our Boston-area office. This role combines high-touch end-user support with hands-on ownership of IT processes, SaaS administration, and project execution. You’ll work closely with Security, HR, and other teams to deliver a reliable, secure, and seamless technology experience for every ActBlue employee. This role reports to the Sr. IT Manager and is part of the Desktop Support team responsible for supporting 300+ staff members. In this position, you’ll partner closely with our Systems Administration team and collaborate cross-departmentally to deliver solutions that support the broader goals of the organization. To thrive in this role, you’ll need to be a fast learner who works well both asynchronously and collaboratively in a remote-first environment. WHAT YOU WILL DO Serve as a primary resource for day-to-day end-user support across hardware, software, and SaaS applications for remote and in-office staff Execute core IT processes including onboarding, offboarding, incident management, and change management, while actively identifying opportunities to improve how those processes work Triage and respond to the IT support queue, prioritizing tickets to maintain service level commitments across a distributed workforce Support and administer core SaaS platforms including Okta, Jamf, Google Workspace, Slack, Atlassian, and Zoom Support identity and access management workflows, including provisioning, SSO configurations, and access reviews Follow and uphold endpoint security standards including patch compliance, configuration enforcement, and MDM policy management, and surface gaps or improvement opportunities to the team Coordinate with vendors to resolve technical issues and procure hardware and networking equipment as needed Participate in and contribute to IT application rollouts and cross-functional technology projects Recognize and surface opportunities to automate repetitive tasks and improve service delivery efficiency Maintain accurate, high-quality technical documentation for processes, systems, and projects Contribute to the IT knowledge base to support team scalability and end-user self-service Provide end-user training on tools and processes to promote technology fluency across the organization WHAT YOU BRING 3+ years of relevant IT or desktop support experience Demonstrated experience developing, documenting, and maintaining IT processes and procedures Strong working knowledge of Jamf, Okta, Google Workspace, Slack, Atlassian, and Zoom Advanced knowledge of macOS environments, with experience supporting Apple devices (Mac, iPhone, iPad) in a managed enterprise setting Familiarity with endpoint security tooling, MDM platforms, and SSO/identity provider integrations Experience supporting meeting room and conferencing technology (Zoom Rooms, telephony, AV equipment) Comfort with scripting, automation tools, or low-code platforms to streamline IT workflows is a plus Project management experience, including cross-functional technical projects Excellent written and verbal communication skills; able to translate technical concepts for non-technical audiences Collaborative, people-first approach to support — patient, thorough, and solutions-oriented WORK & BENEFITS SNAPSHOT This posting is for a full-time, remote, salaried position. Travel may be required on a limited basis to attend all-staff and departmental retreats (1-2 times per year). Additional travel may be required for select positions. Registered States*: Arizona, California, Colorado, Connecticut, Florida, Georgia, Hawaii, Illinois, Indiana, Iowa, Kentucky, Maine, Maryland, Massachusetts, Michigan, Minnesota, Missouri, Montana, Nebraska, New Hampshire, New Jersey, New York, North Carolina, Ohio, Oregon, Pennsylvania, Rhode Island, South Dakota, Tennessee, Texas, Utah, Vermont, Virginia, Washington, Wisconsin, Wyoming, and Washington D.C. *While ActBlue is currently registered to support remote work in the states listed above, we possess the ability to register in additional states as needed. If you are located in a state not listed, we may still be able to proceed with your application, but please note that the offer process may take longer to accommodate registration requirements. Work Schedule: This role requires availability during established, Pacific time standard business hours (Mon–Fri); includes participation in an on-call rotation with occasional nontraditional hours. Work Environment: Employees can expect to work with distributed teams across all U.S. time zones. Our roles require extended technology usage, and proficiency with virtual communication tools such as Zoom and Slack. Regular attendance in virtual meetings is inherent to every position. Salary Range Details: $65,658 - $81,543 - $97,428 ActBlue is committed to consistent compensation practices across our organization. Final salary offers will take into account factors such as candidate experience, interview performance and current team salary parity. Benefits: Flexible work schedules and an unlimited time-off policy Fully paid and trans-inclusive health, dental, and vision insurance for employees and their families; plus fully-paid health reimbursement arrangement to use for out of pocket expenses and fully-paid short- and long-term disability Fully paid basic and AD&D life insurance and a voluntary supplemental life insurance option Dependent and health care flexible spending account options Employee Assistance Program (EAP) benefits for employees Automatic 2% Employer-paid 401K contribution, plus up to an additional 6% match on employee contributions A minimum of three months paid medical, family and parental leave (for all new parents, adoptions included) Commuter or home-office benefits, including a $1,000 home-office setup allowance for all new full-time remote employees Additional perks including quarterly snack deliveries and digital subscriptions to the Boston Globe & New York Times ActBlue is unable to sponsor work visas at this time. UNION INFORMATION The terms and conditions of this position are subject to a collective bargaining agreement with the Communication Workers of America, the exclusive bargaining agent of covered ActBlue employees. BACKGROUND CHECKS As part of our hiring process, ActBlue will conduct a background check at the time of offer. This will be completed in compliance with applicable laws and will not be initiated without your consent. INCLUSION STATEMENT FROM ACTBLUE ActBlue is committed to equal employment opportunities and fostering a diverse, inclusive workplace. We celebrate unique perspectives, honor the dignity of all individuals, and recognize that diverse backgrounds and identities strengthen our mission. If you’re passionate about our work and see yourself in this role, we encourage you to apply—even if you don’t meet every requirement. We also provide reasonable accommodations for individuals with disabilities throughout the hiring process and employment. To request an accommodation, email recruitment@actblue.com. *ActBlue will never ask candidates to buy equipment, nor will we email from anything other than an actblue.com or actbluetech.com email address.

Responsibilities

Provide day-to-day technical support for remote and in-office staff across hardware, software, and SaaS applications. Manage core IT processes including onboarding, offboarding, and endpoint security compliance.