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IT Operations Manager in Orange, CA

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 Orange, CA
138945 - 203845
25th percentile
138945
The candidate is new to the role and building the needed skills, experience and autonomy.
50th percentile
171395
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
203845
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 50150 59885 67555 Help Desk Support Manager 98825 121835 136290 Desktop Support Analyst 64900 78470 91155 Product Support Specialist 59295 72865 91155 Help Desk Tier 3 69915 83190 95580 Help Desk Tier 2 54870 69030 77290 Help Desk Tier 1 47790 57820 64605

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