Senior Manager, Service Desk

LA28 does not provide relocation assistance

LA28 is the independent, non-profit, privately funded organizing committee for the Los Angeles 2028 Olympic and Paralympic Games. We are on a singular mission to create an Olympic and Paralympic Games that celebrate all that this city and country have to offer, delivering an unparalleled experience for athletes, fans, partners and our community.  

The 2028 Games mark the return of the Summer Games to the U.S. for the first time in 32 years and Los Angeles’ third time hosting an Olympic Games and first time welcoming the Paralympic Games. This presents the unique and exciting opportunity to celebrate our legacy with the Games and push the Olympic and Paralympic Movements forward, writing a new chapter of Games history in Los Angeles.  

Putting on an Olympic and Paralympic Games is a team sport. To build a Games unlike any the world has seen before, we need the best team in place-a team full of perspectives, experiences and expertise. We are guided by the following set of values and behaviors-optimism, integrity, excellence, inclusion, co-creation and boldness-and look forward to hearing about how your past experiences align with them. 

Senior Manager, Service Desk 

Summary:

Reporting to the Head of IT Service Delivery, the Senior Manager, Service Desk will lead and mentor a team of technology support professionals within a fast-growing organization, always ensuring a high-level of customer service. Responsibilities will include managing the ticketing system, prioritizing and assigning tasks, and monitoring team performance to meet service level agreements (SLAs).  

This role will also be responsible for developing and implementing best practices, conducting regular training sessions, and fostering a culture of continuous improvement. Additionally, you will collaborate with other IT departments to address complex issues, manage escalations, and contribute to strategic planning for IT support services.  Your expertise will be crucial in driving efficiency, enhancing user satisfaction, and maintaining a high standard of service delivery. 

Key responsibilities: 

• Manage the operations and the technicians of the central service desk  

• Ensure service desk technicians are following established incident management and service delivery procedures while adhering to SLA’s  

• Develop and maintain formal service desk operating procedures for consistency and productivity 

• Communicate changes and update procedures collaboratively within Service Delivery and across the broader Technology team 

• Lead weekly team meetings focusing on team priorities and performance, to maintain a high level of service quality 

• Contribute and participate in monthly executive briefings on the service desk operations 

• Respond to critical outages and/or requests by developing proactive solutions to help maintain a stable and secure operation 

• Draft and send org-wide communications for service outages and or changes 

• Develop support plans for rollouts requiring increased support from the Service Delivery team. 

• Lead the Onboarding and Offboarding process for the workforce (employees, contractors, and interns) working in close collaboration with the PEM team 

• Create and maintain weekly schedules for the service desk team 

• Collaborate and advise other Technology teams on supporting technology services 

• Maintain and contribute to the Technology Knowledgebase, directly or working with service manager to ensure accurate and relevant content is available for the organization  

• Collaborate with Technology Service Integrator on the development and improvements of the ITSM system (ServiceNow) including reviewing and providing oversight on processes to be implemented 

• Assist in diagnosing problems requiring in person Interaction with the user to facilitate the resolution of technology issues; walk the user through key steps 
• Oversee the repair process of laptops, desktops, and other hardware, software, and AV by utilizing outsourced vendor support 
• Implement methodologies to improve first call resolution, manage stakeholder perceptions, and build strong internal relationship
• Monitor, respond, and resolve trouble tickets in the IT Service Management tool; ensure problem ownership and promote end-user satisfaction 
• Draft documentation to grow employee self-service and technical competency across the organization
• Manage the ticket queue, act as a point of escalation on tickets as necessary; track activities of technical support specialists to whom tickets were assigned
• Identify appropriate technology, processes and other resources with team to maximize service desk effectiveness
• Onboard, train, and mentor service desk team.  Facilitate continuous training as needed including on new services added to the service catalog. 

Background and Requirements:

• A Bachelor’s degree in a technology discipline 

• 7+ years leading an IT service desk in a complex or growing organization  

• ITIL 3 or 4 certification required 

• Microsoft or equivalent IT certifications a plus 

• Experience managing an IT service desk in a complex organization 

• Strong experience with ServiceNow ITSM solution to manage incidents, problems and change. 

• Genuinely enjoy customer service-oriented support, possess knowledge across a wide range of technical topics, and thrive on finding solutions to technical issues in a fast-paced environment.  

• Technical knowledge of Identity Management (Entra ID), Office 365, Cloud Based Phone Systems, experience with enterprise mobility management and mobile device management. 

• Knowledge of Microsoft and Apple software to communicate and assess issues with employees with their day-to-day support needs. 

• Hands on knowledge of the procedures used in the installation, modification maintenance and repair of IT hardware and software. 

• Experience in administering and implementing SaaS solutions. 

• Have in-depth knowledge of available products and solutions to address any request to empower user with competitive technical advantage. 

• Ability to patiently and efficiently perform in a fast-paced environment and handle and manage multiple workloads, priorities and deadlines. 

• Experience mentoring and coaching a team of service desk technicians 

Expectations:

• Strong facilitation, training and troubleshooting skills. 

• Strong attention to detail and highly organized. 

• Well-developed analytical and problem-solving skills. 

• Possess personal drive to start a project and see it through to completion.  

• Excellent interpersonal skills including the ability to work with individuals at all levels in the organization and strong relationship building abilities. 

• Ability to effectively communicate technical issues to non-technical people. 

• Must be self-motivated, possess a sense of urgency and demonstrate critical thinking skills. 

Physical requirements and Working conditions:

• Available to work onsite in our Downtown Los Angeles-based office. 

• The majority of work will be conducted in an office setting, requiring extended periods of time using computers, phones, and other office equipment. 

• The LA28 office is an open floorplan working environment; employees must be able to work efficiently in an open cubicle environment. 

• Hours of work may vary, including evenings, weekends, and holidays, especially during peak event periods.  

• Perform other duties as required; the role will evolve over time and may include operational responsibilities during the Olympic and Paralympic Games.  

The annual base salary range for this position is $105,000 - $140,000. The pay scale provided is the range that LA28 reasonably expects to pay as starting base compensation for this role. All LA28 compensation remains subject to final determination based on individual candidate qualifications, experience, or other reasonable criteria consistent with LA28’s operational business needs and applicable law.  

LA28 does not provide relocation assistance.  

LA28 is committed to fair and unbiased recruitment procedures allowing all applicants an equal opportunity for employment, free from discrimination on the basis ofreligion, race, sex, age, sexual orientation, disability, color, ethnic or national origin, or any other classification as may be protected by applicable law.LA28 will consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the requirements of the Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance and all applicable laws. We strive to build a team that is inclusive and encourage qualified candidates of all backgrounds, perspectives, and identities to apply. We assess applications based on relevant skills, education, and experiencea candidate can add to our team.