Job Title : IT Support Manager
Department : Information Technology
Location : St. Petersburg, FL
Position Overview
The IT Support Manager is responsible for leading and optimizing the daily operations of the World Class PDI Help Desk team (ATLAS – All Things Logistics And Support) . This role ensures that all end users receive exceptional service and technical support across hardware, software, and enterprise systems. The ideal candidate will be a hands-on leader who drives operational excellence, promotes a positive support culture, and continuously improves processes, documentation, and team performance.
Key Responsibilities
- Team Leadership & Performance
- Supervise the IT Help Desk (ATLAS) team and ensure daily operations run smoothly.
- Conduct regular one-on-one meetings and performance check-ins with direct reports.
- Coach and develop team members to deliver exceptional customer support and meet performance standards.
- Service Delivery & Support
- Ensure Service Level Agreements (SLAs) are consistently met across all ticket queues in Jira Service Management (JSM) .
- Oversee the handling, routing, and resolution of incoming calls and walk-up support requests, ensuring “+1” customer service at every interaction.
- Monitor and analyze ticket volumes, response times, and resolution metrics; provide data reports to management as needed.
- Identify recurring issues and implement proactive solutions to reduce repeat incidents.
- Process Improvement & Documentation
- Maintain accurate and comprehensive Confluence documentation, ensuring that all troubleshooting and ticket resolution procedures are current.
- Create and update Jira automations to streamline recurring tasks and improve workflow efficiency.
- Develop and maintain standardized canned responses for consistent and professional communication with users.
- Identify and fill knowledge base gaps to enhance self-service and first-call resolution rates.
- Communication & Collaboration
- Act as the primary escalation point for technical support issues.
- Collaborate with IT leadership to identify improvement opportunities, address challenges, and execute strategic initiatives.
- Communicate team performance, issues, and recommendations to the Director of IT Experience .
- Partner with cross-functional teams to improve user experience and service quality.
- Other Duties as Assigned
- Support broader IT initiatives and assist in special projects or audits as required.
Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, or related field (or equivalent experience).5+ years of experience in IT support, help desk operations, or technical service delivery, including 2+ years in a supervisory or managerial role .Strong knowledge of Jira Service Management (JSM) and Confluence (preferred).Experience managing ticketing systems, SLAs, and end-user support processes.Excellent leadership, interpersonal, and communication skills.Proven ability to analyze data, identify trends, and drive continuous improvement.Strong problem-solving and organizational skills with a focus on customer satisfaction.Preferred Skills
ITIL or similar IT Service Management certification.Experience with automation and workflow optimization in Jira.Background in enterprise IT environments or logistics organizations.Demonstrated ability to build and lead high-performing support teams.