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IT Operations Manager in Hartford, CT

IT Operations Manager Job Description

IT operations managers oversee all aspects, including staffing, of the day-to-day operations of the help desk and IT support. Candidates need extensive experience with supported software and hardware. The role also requires excellent interpersonal, business management and customer service skills. Employers typically seek a bachelor’s degree in information systems or a related discipline, with at least five years of operations and support experience plus three or more years in a management role. Candidates should also have knowledge of the TCP/IP protocol families and LAN/WAN technologies. Professional certifications, such as the Microsoft Certified Solutions Expert (MCSE) or HDI Support Center Manager (HDI-SCM), or experience with the Information Technology Infrastructure Library (ITIL), also are valued.

Typical IT operations manager duties include:

Managing support service staff, including hiring, training, scheduling work assignments, and conducting evaluations Monitoring response times, evaluating user satisfaction levels, and making recommendations for improvement Evaluating and managing technical support systems hardware and software, and making recommendations regarding upgrades or changes Negotiating, writing, and reporting on internal and external service-level agreements

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Salary for IT Operations Manager in Hartford, CT
132469 - 194344
25th percentile
132469
The candidate is new to the role and building the needed skills, experience and autonomy.
50th percentile
163406
The candidate has the experience to perform core responsibilities without direct supervision and is comfortable with the role’s processes and subject matter.
75th percentile
194344
The candidate delivers value beyond the stated job duties, has advanced qualifications and experience, and is ready for the next career level.
Projected salaries for related positions Position title 25th percentile 50th percentile 75th percentile Cable/Computer Technician 47813 57094 64406 Help Desk Support Manager 94219 116156 129938 Desktop Support Analyst 61875 74813 86906 Product Support Specialist 56531 69469 86906 Help Desk Tier 3 66656 79313 91125 Help Desk Tier 2 52313 65813 73688 Help Desk Tier 1 45563 55125 61594

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