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Title
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Description
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We are looking for a dedicated and experienced Service Desk Manager to lead our IT support team and ensure the efficient resolution of technical issues. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in IT service management, excellent leadership skills, and a proven track record of managing service desk operations effectively. As a Service Desk Manager, you will be responsible for overseeing the daily operations of the service desk, managing a team of support technicians, and ensuring that all service requests and incidents are handled promptly and professionally.
In this role, you will be expected to develop and implement service desk policies and procedures, ensuring compliance with industry standards and best practices. You will monitor service desk performance metrics, analyze trends, and implement improvements to enhance service quality and customer satisfaction. Additionally, you will be responsible for managing the service desk budget, resource allocation, and vendor relationships to ensure cost-effective and efficient operations.
The successful candidate will possess excellent communication and interpersonal skills, enabling effective collaboration with internal stakeholders, external vendors, and customers. You will be expected to provide regular reports and updates to senior management, highlighting key performance indicators, challenges, and opportunities for improvement.
As a leader, you will mentor and develop your team, fostering a positive and productive work environment. You will conduct regular performance evaluations, provide constructive feedback, and identify training and development opportunities to enhance team capabilities. Your ability to motivate and inspire your team will be crucial in achieving departmental goals and maintaining high levels of employee engagement and satisfaction.
You will also play a critical role in incident management, ensuring timely escalation and resolution of critical issues. You will coordinate closely with other IT teams, such as infrastructure, application support, and cybersecurity, to ensure seamless service delivery and effective problem resolution. Your proactive approach to identifying potential issues and implementing preventive measures will be essential in minimizing downtime and disruptions to business operations.
The ideal candidate will stay abreast of emerging technologies and industry trends, continuously seeking opportunities to enhance service desk capabilities and improve overall IT service delivery. Your strategic vision and innovative mindset will contribute significantly to the organization's technological advancement and operational efficiency.
If you are passionate about delivering exceptional IT support services, possess strong leadership abilities, and thrive in a dynamic and challenging environment, we encourage you to apply for this exciting opportunity. Join our team and play a pivotal role in driving excellence in IT service management and customer satisfaction.
Responsibilities
Text copied to clipboard!- Manage daily operations of the IT service desk ensuring timely resolution of issues.
- Develop and implement service desk policies, procedures, and best practices.
- Monitor and analyze service desk performance metrics to identify improvement opportunities.
- Lead, mentor, and develop a team of service desk technicians.
- Coordinate incident management and escalation processes effectively.
- Manage service desk budget, resources, and vendor relationships.
- Provide regular performance reports and updates to senior management.
- Collaborate with other IT teams to ensure seamless service delivery.
Requirements
Text copied to clipboard!- Bachelor's degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, or related field.
- Minimum 5 years of experience managing an IT service desk or support team.
- Strong knowledge of ITIL framework and service management best practices.
- Excellent leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills.
- Proven ability to analyze performance metrics and implement improvements.
- Experience managing budgets, resources, and vendor relationships.
- Ability to handle high-pressure situations and critical incidents effectively.
- Relevant certifications such as ITIL, HDI, or similar are preferred.
Potential interview questions
Text copied to clipboard!- Can you describe your experience managing an IT service desk?
- How do you measure and improve service desk performance?
- What strategies do you use to motivate and develop your team?
- Can you provide an example of a critical incident you managed and how you resolved it?
- How do you stay updated with emerging technologies and industry trends?
