GovCIO

Service Desk Manager

GovCIO$140K — $168K *
Information Technology
8 - 10 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree with 15+ years of relevant experience or equivalent experience.
  • 10+ years managing IT service delivery or help desk operations.
  • Strong leadership skills in technical support settings.
  • Track record of managing service desks in large enterprises.
  • Expertise in developing and tracking SLAs.
  • Advanced analytical and problem-solving abilities.
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with ability to simplify technical concepts for non-technical audiences.
  • Proficient in Microsoft Office and ServiceNow.

Responsibilities

  • Manage daily operations and technical aspects of service desk and asset management.
  • Implement process improvements for enhanced customer satisfaction and efficiency.
  • Monitor KPIs and prepare reports for leadership.
  • Lead training sessions for service desk staff to uphold service quality standards.
  • Oversee the Customer Service Center, ensuring high-quality technical support.
  • Serve as the primary escalation point for complex issues and requests.
  • Analyze service desk metrics to identify opportunities for improvement.
  • Drive continuous improvement initiatives through data analysis and automation.

Benefits

  • Hybrid work environment (on-site and remote).
  • Opportunities for employee development and career growth.
  • Collaborative team environment focused on customer service.
  • Access to training, coaching, and mentoring for staff.
  • Potential for professional development through certifications.
Full Job Description
Overview

GovCIO is currently hiring for a Service Desk Manager to support our US Mint contract needs. This position is located in the Washington, DC area and will be a hybrid on-site/remote.

Responsibilities
  • Technical, Project and Operation Management of service desk operations and Asset Management
  • Develop and implement process improvements to enhance service desk efficiency and customer satisfaction.
  • Monitor key performance indicators and prepare regular reports for management review.
  • Coordinate training sessions for service desk staff to maintain high standards of technical knowledge and customer service.
  • Lead daily standups to report operational state to Mint leadership and other stakeholders. Conduct weekly status meeting.
  • Provide input for contract deliverable reports.
  • Lead daily operations of the Customer Service Center, supervising both onsite and remote technical support staff
  • Ensure delivery of high-quality Tier I, II, and (VIP/white glove) support services at remote sites.
  • Serve as the primary escalation point for complex or high-priority incidents and requests
  • Use ITIL practices to promote problem management to proactively respond or eliminate incidents
  • Manage ticket queues, ensuring timely resolution and adherence to SLAs
  • Coordinating the execution of change requests through US Mints standard change management lifecycle
  • Develop, refine, and enforce escalation procedures and service workflows
  • Analyze service desk metrics to identify trends, gaps, and opportunities for improvement
  • Drive continuous improvement initiatives through data analysis, automation, and process optimization
  • Oversee and maintain a high-quality knowledge base and solutions repository
  • Continually develop, edit, and curate KM articles and SOPs
  • Coordinate communication for outages, incidents, and emergency activities
  • Review customer satisfaction data and implement improvements to enhance user experience
  • Advise leadership on operational risks, escalation needs, and support requirements
  • Work with ServiceNow team to develop workflows for asset management and business processes (such as onboarding and offboarding).

Leadership & Team Development

  • Train, coach, and mentor Service Desk and Desktop Support staff (Tier I 6II)
  • Support employee development and career progression
  • Schedule staff and ensure appropriate coverage for all support operations
  • Foster a collaborative, customer-focused team environment
Qualifications

Bachelors with 15+ years (or commensurate experience)

Required Skills and Experience

  • Experience managing a team responsible for addressing tickets in ServiceNow
  • 10+ years of experience in IT service delivery, help desk, or customer support operations.
  • Strong leadership and team management experience in a technical support environment
  • Proven success managing service desks in large enterprise environments
  • Expertise in SLA development, tracking, and reporting
  • Advanced analytical and problem-solving skills
  • Strong interpersonal and relationship management abilities
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills
  • Ability to translate technical concepts for non-technical audiences
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office and service management tools, specifically ServiceNow
  • Working knowledge of diagnostic and troubleshooting utilities
  • Exceptional organizational skills and attention to detail
  • Ability to prioritize and execute in high-pressure environments

Required Certification upon start

  • ITILv4+ Foundation Certification
  • PMP certification
  • Agile certification

Clearance Required: Must be able to attain and maintain a US MINT Public Trust

Posted Salary RangeUSD $140,000.00 - USD $168,000.00 /Yr.

About GovCIO

GovCIO is a technology and consulting firm that provides IT solutions to government agencies. The company specializes in cloud computing, cybersecurity, and digital transformation. GovCIO's mission is to help government agencies improve their IT infrastructure and enhance their services to the public. The company was founded in 2015 and is headquartered in Washington, DC.
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2015

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