Posted August 15, 2026
IT Systems and Operations Specialist
Mental Health Resources Inc
Saint Paul, Minnesota, United States 55101
Full Time
Reference: 286495333
Saint Paul, MN, US
Technical
Full Time
1232
IT Systems and Operations Specialist
4-Day Work Week Option Available
Location: St. Paul, MN
Salary Range: $71,428.70 - $92,857.31 annually
The IT Systems & Operations Specialist is responsible for supporting and maintaining the organization's technology environment, including user support, Microsoft 365 administration, device management, onboarding and offboarding processes, security initiatives, vendor coordination, and day-to-day IT operations. This position provides support to office-based, remote, and community-based employees, including clinicians, case managers, and administrative staff.
See what employees have to say about working at MHR!
A few of the benefits offered by MHR:
- MHR is looking for candidates who are Spanish speaking, Hmong speaking, and Somali speaking. You may receive a $1000 salary bonus for passing the language proficiency exam.
- Intensive two-week initial orientation program AND on-going in-house training program.
- iPhone, laptop computer, and Wi-Fi provided for all community-based staff.
- Health insurance (including family health coverage) with employee costs in the top 6% of most affordable health care options. Competitive dental insurance.
- Automatic enrollment in retirement plan after 1 year with a 3% employer contribution.
- 9 paid holidays and 18 days accrued PTO during your first year.
- Annual merit-based salary increases.
- Schedule primarily Monday-Friday day hours.
- MHR is committed to working towards racial equity and combating racism.
- MHR is a tobacco free workplace promoting health & wellness for the individuals we serve and our employees.
Main Duties and Responsibility
- Be the go-to technology support resource for onsite, remote, and field-based staff, helping resolve hardware, software, access, connectivity, and telehealth issues.
- Help staff get the support they need by tracking, prioritizing, resolving, and escalating requests while spotting trends and suggesting improvements.
- Create a smooth technology experience for new hires and staff transitions by setting up devices, accounts, licenses, and system access.
- Support staff confidence with Microsoft 365, Teams, SharePoint, MFA, remote access, secure device use, and everyday technology workflows.
- Keep technology running smoothly by configuring, deploying, and maintaining laptops, mobile devices, printers, peripherals, permissions, licenses, and inventory.
- Partner with vendors, providers, and the MSP to resolve issues, support upgrades, and strengthen security safeguards such as endpoint protection, patching, and mobile device security.
- Help protect sensitive information by supporting HIPAA, HITECH, privacy, security, incident response, risk assessment, audit, and PHI handling requirements.
- Maintain clear documentation for systems, devices, procedures, onboarding materials, business continuity, backups, and downtime processes.
- Pitch in with other duties as needed to support staff, technology operations, and organizational goals.
- Travel between the primary administrative office in St. Paul and other organizational locations, including Minneapolis, Burnsville, and Duluth, as required to support business operations.
Minimum Education and Experience:
- 2+ years of IT support or systems administration experience
- Experience supporting Windows-based environments (iPhone experience a plus)
- Working knowledge of Microsoft 365 applications, including SharePoint, Excel, Word, Power Automate, Teams, Outlook, and OneDrive
- Experience supporting remote or mobile workforces
- Strong customer service and problem-solving skills, with the ability to support non-technical users
Preferred Qualifications
- Experience in nonprofit, behavioral health, or human services environments
- Experience supporting case managers or field-based staff
- Basic networking and security knowledge (VPNs, MFA, device encryption)
- Relevant certifications (CompTIA A+, Network+, Security+, or similar)
INTERNAL EMPLOYEE REQUIREMENTS:
- Must be in current position for over 6 months
- Must have all performance appraisals up to date
- Must not have any current disciplines on file within the past 6 months
Equal employment opportunity, including veterans and individuals with disabilities.
PI286495333
