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Service Desk Manager

Posted: November 13, 2023
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Company Description

The Service Desk Manager (SDM) serves as a member of the Client Services team and oversees the operations of the Technology department's Service Desk. The SDM is both a manager and a technology generalist.

The SDM's primary functions include but are not limited to: managing the day-to-day operations of Tech Central and the Service Desk; developing, providing ongoing training; developing and managing daily schedules to ensure appropriate staffing levels; analyzing data and trends to identify areas for improvement; managing the Technology department's Service Catalog.

The SDM will train and supervise Service Desk staff to align their skills and activities with the College's evolving and emerging technology needs and requirements, and provide timely, courteous, and consistent service.

At least three (3) years of experience in a service desk or help desk leadership or managerial role.
Demonstrated experience managing and supervising a service desk team.
Demonstrated knowledge of information technology service management (ITSM) concepts, processes and activities, service desk operations, industry standards and best practices.
Proficiency with ITSM tools, including service desk ticketing systems and/or customer relationship management (CRM) tools.
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to effectively collaborate with individuals at all levels of the organization.
Solid problem-solving and decision-making abilities, with a proactive and analytical mindset.
Demonstrated experience in driving process improvements and implementing best practices.
Ability to successfully complete assigned tasks without direct supervision.
Demonstrated knowledge and ability to work effectively in a diversified community of individuals and groups with a variety of identities, cultures, backgrounds and ideologies.

Bachelor's degree in computer science, information technology, or a related field.

Founded in 1873, and celebrating its 150th anniversary in 2023, Massachusetts College of Art and Design (MassArt), is the nation's first and only independent, free-standing public college of art and design in the country. MassArt is an inclusive community of thinkers, doers, makers, educators, innovators and leaders striving to shape the future through art and design. Located in Boston's hub of arts and culture along the Avenue of the Arts, MassArt enrolls 2,000 students and offers a comprehensive range of undergraduate and graduate degrees in 18 disciplines, as well as continuing education and youth programs.

Description

The Service Desk Manager (SDM) serves as a member of the Client Services team and oversees the operations of the Technology department's Service Desk. The SDM is both a manager and a technology generalist.

The SDM's primary functions include but are not limited to: managing the day-to-day operations of Tech Central and the Service Desk; developing, providing ongoing training; developing and managing daily schedules to ensure appropriate staffing levels; analyzing data and trends to identify areas for improvement; managing the Technology department's Service Catalog.

The SDM will train and supervise Service Desk staff to align their skills and activities with the College's evolving and emerging technology needs and requirements, and provide timely, courteous, and consistent service.

Skills

At least three (3) years of experience in a service desk or help desk leadership or managerial role.
Demonstrated experience managing and supervising a service desk team.
Demonstrated knowledge of information technology service management (ITSM) concepts, processes and activities, service desk operations, industry standards and best practices.
Proficiency with ITSM tools, including service desk ticketing systems and/or customer relationship management (CRM) tools.
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to effectively collaborate with individuals at all levels of the organization.
Solid problem-solving and decision-making abilities, with a proactive and analytical mindset.
Demonstrated experience in driving process improvements and implementing best practices.
Ability to successfully complete assigned tasks without direct supervision.
Demonstrated knowledge and ability to work effectively in a diversified community of individuals and groups with a variety of identities, cultures, backgrounds and ideologies.

Education

Bachelor's degree in computer science, information technology, or a related field.

Company Description

Founded in 1873, and celebrating its 150th anniversary in 2023, Massachusetts College of Art and Design (MassArt), is the nation's first and only independent, free-standing public college of art and design in the country. MassArt is an inclusive community of thinkers, doers, makers, educators, innovators and leaders striving to shape the future through art and design. Located in Boston's hub of arts and culture along the Avenue of the Arts, MassArt enrolls 2,000 students and offers a comprehensive range of undergraduate and graduate degrees in 18 disciplines, as well as continuing education and youth programs.

Position Overview

Company

Massachusetts College of Art and Design

Location

Boston, MA

Job Type

Full time

Salary

75,000-80,000

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Listing Contact

Margaret Young

myoung@massart.edu 6174614725

Position Details

Description

The Service Desk Manager (SDM) serves as a member of the Client Services team and oversees the operations of the Technology department's Service Desk. The SDM is both a manager and a technology generalist.

The SDM's primary functions include but are not limited to: managing the day-to-day operations of Tech Central and the Service Desk; developing, providing ongoing training; developing and managing daily schedules to ensure appropriate staffing levels; analyzing data and trends to identify areas for improvement; managing the Technology department's Service Catalog.

The SDM will train and supervise Service Desk staff to align their skills and activities with the College's evolving and emerging technology needs and requirements, and provide timely, courteous, and consistent service.

Skills and Experience

At least three (3) years of experience in a service desk or help desk leadership or managerial role.
Demonstrated experience managing and supervising a service desk team.
Demonstrated knowledge of information technology service management (ITSM) concepts, processes and activities, service desk operations, industry standards and best practices.
Proficiency with ITSM tools, including service desk ticketing systems and/or customer relationship management (CRM) tools.
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to effectively collaborate with individuals at all levels of the organization.
Solid problem-solving and decision-making abilities, with a proactive and analytical mindset.
Demonstrated experience in driving process improvements and implementing best practices.
Ability to successfully complete assigned tasks without direct supervision.
Demonstrated knowledge and ability to work effectively in a diversified community of individuals and groups with a variety of identities, cultures, backgrounds and ideologies.

Education

Bachelor's degree in computer science, information technology, or a related field.

Company Description

Founded in 1873, and celebrating its 150th anniversary in 2023, Massachusetts College of Art and Design (MassArt), is the nation's first and only independent, free-standing public college of art and design in the country. MassArt is an inclusive community of thinkers, doers, makers, educators, innovators and leaders striving to shape the future through art and design. Located in Boston's hub of arts and culture along the Avenue of the Arts, MassArt enrolls 2,000 students and offers a comprehensive range of undergraduate and graduate degrees in 18 disciplines, as well as continuing education and youth programs.

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