IT Manager, Support

The Arrow Financial Corporation Family of Companies is seeking dynamic, authentic individuals to join our amazing team!  Currently, we are looking for an experienced professional to join Information Technology (IT) Support team as: 

IT Manager, Support

This opportunity may be perfect for you if you have experience in:

> Exceptional Interpersonal Skills, Collaborative and Innovative

> Demonstrated Problem-Solving and Solution Implementation Abilities

> Strong Leadership and Team Management Skills  

About this position:

Responsible for leading the Information Technology (IT) Support team including supervision, workflow, scheduling, and performance.  Assists with computer equipment purchasing and installation. Supports technology training and orientation for end users. Collaborates with Information Technology Management team to accomplish department, division, and Company goals.

Responsibilities

> Provide user support, ensuring familiarity with equipment, and networks, organizing support, troubleshooting, and facilitating repair for IT equipment. 

> Collaborate with Human Resources to enhance new hire orientation, identify training needs, coordinate training sessions, assess current and future employee IT needs. 

> Cultivate and maintain collaborative relationships with vendors, ensuring access to quality products/services. 

> Oversee IT Support operations, including call center management and ticket system administration, with regular monthly reporting to management for informed decision-making. 

> Keep up to date with policies and procedures, while maintaining a thorough understanding of available technology; assist with product implementation and continuous upgrades.

> Oversee administration of user accounts, permissions, and access rights in Active Directory; responsible for user documentation and IT forms necessary for setting up new user accounts and for documenting future changes associated with new user accounts.

> Manage, coach, and counsel IT Support team to meet department goals and achieve performance standards; encourage continuous improvement for career development; ensure availability of appropriate resources and timeliness of workflow

What you will need to thrive in this role:

In addition to your work and life experiences, as well as your passion and excitement for the profession, you would benefit from having: 

Education/Certifications/Experience:

> Bachelor’s degree in information technology-related field or equivalent experience required

> 8 years of relevant Support experience required

> 3 years of supervisory experience preferred

Skills/Knowledge:

> Demonstrated experience with standard software applications including Windows, Microsoft 365 applications and administration, call center management, help desk ticketing tools, and Active Directory

> Effective prioritization skills and ability to manage multiple tasks while meeting deadlines

> Strong communications skills, both written and verbal; comfortable communicating, presenting, and collaborating with vendors, co-workers, and management one-on-one or in group settings

> Solid problem-solving and solution implementation abilities; organized and detail oriented

> Proven experience in training with ability to evaluate and/or create training materials a plus 

Physical Demands:

> Must be able to sit for prolonged periods of time and walk/stand for periods of time.

> Must be able to repetitively use a telephone and computer mouse and keyboard.

> Ability to lift/move up to 25 lbs and/or crawl under desks or equipment

What we will bring to the table:

We believe in investing in our employees and helping them grow their career with us.  We offer a pleasant, inclusive work environment, career development opportunities, and competitive compensation.  Through our total rewards program, we offer a comprehensive benefits package featuring:

>    Competitive compensation including potential bonus and incentives as well as paid vacation, sick time, and holidays

>    Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance and Flexible Spending Plan

>    Multiple retirement plans including:  401(k), Pension, and Employee Stock Ownership

>    Education and Tuition Reimbursement

>    Employee Assistance Program for our employees and their immediate family members

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. Our employment decisions are made without regard for: race, color, religion, national origin or ethnic origin, gender (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

As a multi-bank holding company, Arrow Financial Corporation has over $4 billion in assets. Through our subsidiaries we provide a broad range of banking and insurance services across northeastern New York, including online and mobile banking, wealth management, money market and deposit accounts, and mortgage, consumer and commercial loans.

We are committed to delivering value for our shareholders, our customers, and our communities. Our conservative business model and strategy of steady growth have resulted in many recognitions from the nation’s leading publications and bank-rating firms.

The salary range for this position is $65,000 - $85,000 commensurate with experience and education.

Additional compensation may be earned through the Company’s profit-sharing bonus program, subject to individual and company performance.

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