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ID #41156237
State Illinois
City Chicago
Job type Permanent
Salary USD $85,000 - $110,000 85000 - 110000
Source AMS Staffing Inc.
Showed 2022-05-19
Date 2022-05-13
Deadline 2022-07-12
Category Technical support
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IT Support Manager

Illinois, Chicago, 60606 Chicago USA

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Please send resume in word format if you are interested in this IT Support Manager opening in Chicago, IL 60606. The salary for this position will be between $85K-$110K plus a performance based bonus and awesome benefits This is a fully onsite position and proof of vaccination will be required. If you are not interested, please pass along to colleagues as we offer referral bonuses, thank you!Under the direction of the Regional Manager of IT Operations, this position is responsible for the overall System Operations and Support functions in office(s) of responsibility. This includes supervising the System Administrators and Deskside Support Specialists, overseeing day-to-day operations, ensuring the completion of necessary recordkeeping, submitting reports as necessary, and guaranteeing adequate levels of support to users and peers. In addition, this position assists the Regional Manager of IT Operations with special projects, research, and improvement initiatives, coordinating with supervisors, managers, and business managers as necessary.Additionally, access to our U.S. offices will be limited to personnel who are fully vaccinated from COVID-19. If you believe that you require an accommodation to this policy because of a medical, religious or other reason, please let us know at the time of your interview so that a reasonable accommodation can be discussed.Essential FunctionsOversee day-to-day operations of the Support and Operations functions, including, but not limited to: managing coverage schedules; selecting staff and providing work assignments; directing the work of staff; setting priorities and coordinating their activities; evaluating and verifying employee performances through performance evaluation techniques and identifying and ensuring staff development programs;; providing direction with regard to troubleshooting applications and operations.Ensure that the highest level of customer service is provided to users in regards to support, and system administration/operations.Accomplish Regional IT objectives by forecasting requirements; preparing an annual budget wish list; spending in time all approved budget line items. Maintain quality service by establishing and complying with firm standards, systems, policies, and procedures.Supervise the System Administrators and Deskside Support Specialists, including: monitoring performance and attendance; problem solving; oversight of day-to-day activities; ensuring travel duties are distributed equitably; and ongoing development/training.Supervise and provide support on various hardware, including printers, telephones, SmartPhone devices, dictation devices, mobile PCs, desktops, monitors, and other peripherals. This includes preparation and installation of mobile PCs and desktops and working with vendors to maintain/fix equipment.Maintain staff by recruiting, selecting, orienting, and training employees; maintaining a safe and secure work environment; developing personal and staff growth opportunities.Oversee and work with HR/Recruiting to initiate and guide New Hires through IT eLearning courses with assistance from the System Administrators and Deskside Support Specialists. Provide technical support, directly and through System Administrators and Deskside Support Specialists, to users, including installing, configuring, and maintaining hardware and software to accommodate user needs. Provide assistance in troubleshooting computer hardware, software, networking, and data communication technologies.Monitor and supervise tickets in HEAT (the call tracking system) in a timely manner per departmental guidelines. Coordinate with System Administrators and Deskside Support Specialists to update and close tickets, and assign tickets to others as appropriate.Ensure proper notification to users for all systems problems and events, including scheduled and unscheduled downtime. Prepare Environment Change requests for approval, send user notices, bulletins, and newsletters. Ensure that the Regional Manager of Operations and/or other management personnel are notified of important issues or unusual circumstances.Maintain extensive knowledge of all firm operating systems and applications in order to assist in the planning, testing and implementation of various software systems and other initiatives and to evaluate the users’ needs.Assist in the testing of application upgrades and new applications prior to deployment.Regularly confer with colleagues to ensure consistency of services provided, efficient pooling of resources and foster opportunities for information sharing and brainstorming.Oversee the maintenance of hardware and software inventory and computer room equipment to ensure systems and applications availability.Maintain and occasionally identify server-based application updates (less operating system) to include, but not limited to, virus protection software.Provide direct support to users as necessary or otherwise appropriate.Coordinate special projects relating to acquisitions, office and department moves, software and hardware deployment, and special training initiatives.Organize and participate in secretarial and management meetings to gather feedback on the applications in place to determine how IT can best meet user needs and evaluate the level of customer service being provided.Interact with appropriate IT and Human Resource staff regarding areas of employee selection, assimilation, development, performance management, and retention.Foster an environment of collaboration, personal investment, accountability, and knowledge sharing. Ensure the ongoing development of Support and Operations personnel and encourage continuing education and expansion of industry knowledge among personnel.Maintain a neat, organized, clean, and safe work environment.All other duties as assigned.May volunteer or be selected to serve on special committees, work groups, project teams, or escalation teams related to various firmwide S&T initiatives. Initiatives may be specific one-time events (e.g., research, testing, rollouts, upgrades, installations) or ongoing activities.RequirementsCondition of Employment: Education: Bachelor's Degree in IT discipline or related discipline or equivalent experience. Additional training/certification in relevant technologies preferred.Experience: Eight years experience in a Support and Operations function; supervisory experience required. Experience in law firm or other service environment a plus.Skills: Extensive knowledge of PCs, MS Office 2010 Suite, Document Management systems such as iManage, and desktop operating systems (Windows 2010). Excellent communication and interpersonal skills and ability to interact effectively with all organizational levels as well as vendors and others outside the firm. Possess a customer focus and a track record of providing the highest level of customer service. Able to effectively manage multiple priorities and adapt to constantly changing priorities. Strong organization, communication, leadership, problem solving, and presentation skills. Demonstrated initiative in project management. Understanding and serving others are important attributes in this position. Ability to develop and motivate people and create a positive team environment. Able to manage people, time, and resources to accomplish goals. Able and willing to travel occasionally via car, train, and airplane.OtherSupervisory Responsibilities: Supervise System Administrators and Applications Training/Support Specialists in office(s) of responsibility.Equipment To Be Used: Personal computer and other office equipment such as telephone, calculator, fax, machine, copier, scanner, etc.Typical Physical Demands: Manual dexterity sufficient to operate standard office equipment.Typical Mental Demands: Able to deal with stress associated with fast-paced work environment. Multiple priorities/tasks. Make judgment decisions and adapt to changing work situations. Grasp and apply new ideas. Communicate with various personalities at all levels.Working Conditions: Works in typical office setting. Occasionally called upon to work hours in excess of your normal daily schedule.This position offers challenging work environment, business casual dress code and a total compensation package that includes a competitive salary, flexible benefits program, tuition assistance, and generous 401 (k) plan.

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