IT Service Desk Specialist Lead

Company:  InnovAge
Location: Denver
Closing Date: 19/11/2024
Hours: Full Time
Type: Permanent
Job Requirements / Description
Responsibilities:
The IT Service Desk Lead is responsible for providing advanced technical expertise, mentoring junior team members, and driving process improvements within the IT Service Desk. This role requires a deep understanding of organizational goals, the ability to develop and implement new processes, and effectively manage relationships with stakeholders, vendors, and cross-functional teams. The Lead will play a key role in ensuring the efficient and effective operation of the Service Desk, supporting the team's growth, and maintaining high levels of customer service.

 

Essential Functions and Work Responsibilities

Provide advanced technical support and guidance to users, resolving complex issues and ensuring a positive user experience.

Mentor and support junior team members in developing technical skills and troubleshooting abilities.

Develop and implement new processes to enhance the efficiency and effectiveness of Service Desk operations.

Collaborate with vendors and contractors to resolve technical problems, ensuring seamless service delivery and addressing performance issues as needed.

Apply Key Account Management (KAM) techniques to understand client needs and ensure service alignment with business objectives.

Participate in Change Advisory Board (CAB) meetings, presenting technical implementations, providing feedback, and managing assigned changes.

Identify commonalities across teams, users, and technologies to streamline workflows and processes.

Utilize technical documentation effectively to support troubleshooting and implementation activities.

Demonstrate a thorough understanding of security best practices and adhere to change management procedures.

Identify root causes of failures and escalate security risks as necessary.

Manage and maintain the knowledge base, ensuring accurate and up-to-date documentation.

Provide leadership support in the absence of the IT Service Delivery Manager, ensuring continuity of operations and effective team management.

Proactively take on additional responsibilities and lead process improvement initiatives.

Maintain professionalism and adhere to security, confidentiality, and company standards in all interactions.

Travel Requirements

 

 Estimated Percent of time Spent – minimum of 10%

Travel between local InnovAge worksites

Overnight travel out of state  

 Qualifications

 

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. Requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions

 

 REQUIRED

 

 Education 

Bachelor’s degree in computer science or other related field or a combination of education and experience.

 

 Work Experience and Qualifications

Minimum of 4 years of experience in IT with increasing responsibilities, including leadership or mentoring roles.

Hands-on experience with ticketing platforms and service desk management.

Strong understanding of ITIL principles and best practices.

Proven experience in incident, problem, change, and service request management.

Experience working with vendors and external partners to resolve issues and implement technical solutions.

Familiarity with compliance and security standards related to IT systems and processes.

Experience with scripting and automation technologies (e.g., JavaScript, PowerShell) is a plus.

Licensure, Certification, Registration or Designation 

ITIL v4 foundations certification - Preferred

Microsoft Azure and Microsoft 365 Fundamentals - Required

Microsoft Associate Level Certification - Preferred

Relevant certifications in scripting and automation technologies (e.g., JavaScript, PowerShell) – Preferred

 Other Knowledge Skills and Abilities Required

 

 Strong leadership and mentoring skills, with the ability to guide and develop junior team members.

Excellent problem-solving and troubleshooting skills, with the ability to resolve complex technical issues.

Strong customer service skills, including the ability to explain technical concepts to non-technical users.

Ability to manage relationships with stakeholders, vendors, and cross-functional teams effectively.

Proficiency in identifying and implementing process improvements to enhance operational efficiency.

Strong understanding of change management and CAB processes.

Ability to manage multiple tasks and projects simultaneously in a fast-paced environment.

Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to collaborate with teams and stakeholders at all levels of the organization.

InnovAge Service Standards Requirements

 

Safety

Safety- Maintains a safe work place. Reports all unsafe work conditions to supervisor and/or Safety & Loss Control Manager and works in conjunction with supervisor, Safety & Loss Control Manager, and staff to correct unsafe work conditions. Follows and enforces all safety policies.

Accountability

Commitment – Commits to his/her job and to the success of the company. Continuously puts forth the effort to achieve goals and continuous quality improvement. Degree to which employee goes the extra step to ensure job/task completion. Takes initiative to offer ideas to improve processes or results.

Cooperativeness – Consistently supports management decisions as demonstrated by his/her actions. Demonstrates a “can do” attitude by responding positively to instructions. Follows instructions and works harmoniously with others to complete the job or task.

Attendance – Meets or exceeds punctuality and attendance expectations/requirements. Faithfully reports to work and conforms to scheduled work hours. When necessitated, follows call-in procedures and informs others of absences.

Caring

Customer Service - Embraces the organization's commitment to internal and external customer service and demonstrates a customer-centric approach when interacting with co-workers, participants, clients, and all other business contacts.

Confidentiality – Maintains confidentiality of employee, participant, and client data/information, and any other sensitive organization information as appropriate.

Integrity

Adherence to Company Policy – Follows and enforces guidelines as established by policies. Conforms to company and job standards and requirements. Shows respect for others. Acts in the best interests of the company at all times. Serves as an example for others. Conducts business in an ethical fashion.

Reliability – Completes responsibilities with minimal direct supervision. Follows through with assigned jobs and tasks all the way through completion. Puts forth the effort to achieve goals and objectives under varying circumstances.

Alignment with Company Goals & Objectives – Supports the organization’s mission, vision, and values and holding self-accountable for applying these principles daily and personally living them when working with co-workers, participants, clients, and all other business contacts.

Quality

Quantity of Work / Productivity – Produces at a high volume. Always puts forth the effort to maximize productivity. Meets or exceeds established work deadlines. Engages in a productive work effort whenever possible. Meets goals and objectives.

Quality of Work – Produces work that is accurate and reliable. Accomplishes work quickly and efficiently. Works in a thorough and organized manner while minimizing down time. Results are consistently within acceptable quality standards.

Job Knowledge – Demonstrates a thorough understanding of his/her job processes and procedures. Integrates knowledge to efficiently accomplish job requirements. Efficiently uses resources (including staff and management) to obtain additional knowledge.

Communication – Exhibits good interpersonal skills. Develops and fosters professional relationships with co-workers, participants, clients, and vendors. Keeps others informed as directed by operational demands and need-to-know. Keeps self informed of announcement made via established company venues

 Enter physical requirements/Work Environment based on location of position

Benefits:
InnovAge is dedicated to empowering seniors to live independently, allowing them to age in their own homes and communities safely. InnovAge offers an alternative to nursing homes through its Program of All-inclusive Care for the Elderly (PACE), which provides enrolled seniors with customized healthcare and social support at PACE Adult Day Health Centers. These centers are staffed by medical professionals who are committed to creating personalized care plans for each participant. At InnovAge, our team members are our greatest asset and have a significant impact on the lives of our participants every day. When you join InnovAge, you'll work alongside talented, respectful, and passionate colleagues within a patient-centered care model.

 

InnovAge is committed to equal opportunity and affirmative action, and we strive to create a diverse and inclusive workplace. We consider all qualified candidates for employment without discrimination based on race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, pregnancy, or any other protected status. Salaries are determined by various factors such as qualifications, experience, and location, and do not include potential bonuses or benefits. Our extensive benefits package includes medical/dental/vision insurance, short and long-term disability, life insurance and AD&D, supplemental life insurance, flexible spending accounts, 401(k) savings, paid time off, and company-paid holidays.

 

Applicants are considered until the position is filled.

 

Posted Salary Range:
USD $49.05 - USD $49.05 /Hr.

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