Support Desk Manager

AI2IO helps organizations navigate the complex landscape of technology solutions, from foundational IT services and system support to advanced software integration, automation, and cutting-edge AI implementations. Our expertise spans IT infrastructure management, custom software development, seamless system integrations, and optimization of low-code business automation, empowering clients to maximize their existing technology investments. Join us and be part of a team where your voice matters, your work makes an impact, and your growth is a shared priority. Position Title Support Desk Manager Position Location Remote – work virtually from anywhere in the United States Salary AI2IO recognizes salary ranges from job boards do not necessarily reflect our pay ranges. In many instances we out-compete those ranges for well-qualified candidates. Job Summary The Support Desk Manager leads the Service Desk function and is accountable for the performance, growth, and development of the support team that keeps the Company’s family of affiliated organizations productive. This role owns the day-to-day direction of the Service Desk, manages the support technicians, and is personally accountable for service quality, responsiveness, and the consistency of the end-user support experience. As the organization grows, the Support Desk Manager owns the support hiring and candidate pipeline, forecasts staffing needs against demand, and identifies and defines new support roles as the team scales. The Manager establishes the structure, processes, escalation paths, and career paths that allow the Service Desk to grow without degrading service quality. Key areas of responsibility include team leadership and development, hiring and workforce planning, Service Desk KPI and SLA ownership, process and IT service management maturity, escalation governance, and partnership across the Application, DevOps, Security, and Infrastructure teams. This person will communicate and operate in line with organizational goals and values, as well as departmental objectives. The Support Desk Manager operates with a high degree of autonomy, setting operational direction for the Service Desk, prioritizing work, and ensuring effective collaboration across functions. Essential Functions People Leadership & Team Management Manage the Support Team: Serve as the direct manager for the Service Desk technicians, setting clear expectations, managing schedules and coverage, and ensuring consistent, high-quality support Develop the Team: Provide direct mentorship, coaching, and career development; establish learning paths, shadowing, and growth opportunities that build technical and customer-service capability across the team Manage Performance: Conduct regular 1:1s and performance reviews, deliver constructive feedback, address performance issues, and build a culture of accountability, responsiveness, and continuous improvement Hiring & Workforce Planning Own the Hiring Pipeline: Own the support hiring and candidate pipeline, partnering with leadership and HR to source, screen, interview, and select candidates and keep staffing aligned with company growth Forecast & Plan Capacity: Forecast headcount needs against ticket volume, growth, and service demand, maintaining a healthy bench so the team can scale without degrading service quality Define New Roles: Identify and define new support roles as the organization evolves, writing and refining job descriptions and onboarding plans, and leading the ramp-up of new hires Service Desk Performance, KPIs & Service Management Own KPIs & SLAs: Own and report on Service Desk KPIs and SLAs, including first-response time, resolution time, first-contact resolution, ticket aging, backlog, and customer satisfaction (CSAT) Report on Performance: Establish dashboards and a regular reporting cadence that give leadership clear visibility into Service Desk health, risks, and resource needs, and use data to inform staffing and prioritization decisions Drive Process & ITSM Maturity: Define, document, and continuously improve Service Desk processes, workflows, ticket-handling standards, and escalation paths, advancing maturity in IT service management (incident, problem, change, and request management) Own Knowledge Management: Ensure the knowledge base is maintained with clear, current articles, diagrams, and walk-throughs, holding the team accountable for contributing and reducing recurring issues through documentation and automation Escalation Oversight & Cross-Team Collaboration Govern Escalations: Maintain a working knowledge of the Microsoft 365 and Azure environment sufficient to triage and prioritize escalations, ensuring they flow correctly and resolve within SLA Coordinate Major Incidents: Step in to coordinate response on high-severity or high-visibility incidents, ensuring clear communication to stakeholders through to resolution Partner Across Teams: Represent the Service Desk in change-management, project-handoff, and planning meetings, and partner with Application, DevOps, Security, and Infrastructure teams to ensure seamless delivery of new services and timely resolution of interdisciplinary issues Position Requirements Demonstrated experience managing or leading a technical support or Service Desk team, including direct people-management responsibility (hiring, coaching, and performance management) Proven ability to own and improve Service Desk KPIs and SLAs, with comfort using metrics and reporting to drive operational decisions Experience owning hiring, interviewing, and onboarding for technical support roles, and planning staffing against organizational growth Solid working knowledge of Windows 11, Microsoft 365 (Exchange Online, SharePoint Online, Teams, OneDrive, Purview), Entra ID / Azure AD, Intune, and basic Azure resource administration – sufficient to lead the team credibly and direct escalations Familiarity with PowerShell / Graph API and support automation concepts (does not need to be the hands-on author, but should recognize and prioritize automation opportunities) Working grasp of core networking concepts (DNS, DHCP, VPN, conditional access, Zero Trust) Experience advancing IT service management process maturity (incident, problem, change, and request management) is a strong plus Familiarity with iOS (iPhone/iPad) deployment and support Strong communication, coaching, and conflict-resolution skills, with a clear commitment to user satisfaction and responsive communication Ability to manage multiple priorities, hold a team to deadlines and SLAs, and lead effectively in a remote team setting Ability to leverage AI and emerging technologies to streamline support workflows and optimize operational processes Self-motivated, organized, and able to lead under limited supervision Travel / Relocation Requirements Up to 5%, this may include travel to any or all 50 US states Travel is defined as physically leaving home on behalf of business activities including but not limited to client sites, meetings with other employees, meeting for business development purposes, running errands on behalf of the business, attending industry conferences, etc. Education / Experience Requirements Bachelor’s degree in IT, Information Systems, Computer Science, or related discipline PLUS 10+ years of experience in Information Technology, including 3+ years leading or managing a technical support / Service Desk team Benefits AI2IO offers a very competitive benefits package; highlights include Choice of comprehensive medical plans (including two PPO-style plans and a HDHP w/ HSA option) Flex spending accounts (FSA) Dental and vision plans Comprehensive medical, dental and vision benefits extended to spouse / domestic partner and dependent children up to age 26 401k with company match and self-directed brokerage account option PTO including additional paid time off during the last week of the year Company paid life insurance coverage for employees and their eligible dependents Short and long-term disability, AD&D coverage Professional development opportunities, tuition reimbursement and professional licensing assistance Paid parental leave after one year of employment CO, CA, IL, NY, WA, and Washington DC residents only: In accordance with CO, CA, IL, NY, WA, and Washington DC law, the range provided is AI2IO's reasonable estimate of the base compensation for this role. The actual amount may differ based on non-discriminatory factors such as experience, knowledge, skills, abilities, and location. AI2IO is an EEO/Affirmative Action Employer and participates in the E-Verify program with the Department of Homeland Security. We encourage diversity in our workforce. Are you ready to challenge yourself and redefine standards in the AEC industry? Apply now and join our award-winning team!​ ​NOTICE TO THIRD PARTY AGENCIES: AI2IO does not accept unsolicited resumes from recruiters, employment agencies, or other staffing services. Unsolicited resumes include any resume or hiring document sent to AI2IO in the absence of a signed Service Agreement where AI2IO has expressly requested recruitment/staffing services specific to the position at hand. Any unsolicited resumes, including those submitted to hiring managers or other business leaders, will become the property of AI2IO and AI2IO will have the right to hire that candidate without reservation – no fee or other compensation will be owed or paid to the recruiter, employment agency, or other staffing service.