We are looking for a skilled Service Desk specialist to provide technical support and exceptional customer service to end users. This long-term contract position is based in Des Moines, Iowa, and requires expertise in troubleshooting, incident management, and support for Microsoft 365 products. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in resolving technical issues and ensuring smooth operations of hardware, software, and business applications.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Address and resolve service desk tickets related to desktops, laptops, mobile devices, peripherals, and software applications.<br>• Provide support for Windows and macOS operating systems as well as commonly used business applications.<br>• Handle user account setups, access requests, password resets, and basic identity management tasks.<br>• Deliver technical assistance for Microsoft 365 tools, including Outlook, Teams, OneDrive, and SharePoint.<br>• Manage hardware setup, configuration, imaging, and deployment for both new and existing employees.<br>• Document, prioritize, and resolve incidents and service requests within the ticketing system.<br>• Ensure timely responses and resolutions to meet established service level agreements.<br>• Escalate complex issues to senior technicians or other IT teams, providing detailed documentation.<br>• Follow established troubleshooting protocols and escalation procedures to resolve technical challenges effectively.
<p>TITLE: Help Desk Support Manager /(Technical Player / Coach role) NOT JUST MANAGEMENT </p><p>LOCATION: HYBRID IN OFFICE WEEKLY BUT YOU CAN FLEX ONSITE. SOME WEEKS 100% REMOTE. </p><p>SALARY: Up to </p><p>• Remote option available, but you must reside in Iowa and be able to work onsite in the Des Moines area each week with schedule flexibility.</p><p>*** For immediate and confidential consideration, please send a message to CARRIE DANGER, SVP Permanent Placement - on LinkedIn or send an email to me with your resume. My email can be found on my LinkedIn page. ***</p><p>COMPENSATION:</p><p>• Permanent, direct-hire position with earning potential up to $125K- $130K plus a 20% bonus (based on your years of experience).</p><p>________________________________________</p><p>About the Role:</p><p>Step into a crucial “Player / Coach” technical leadership role where your blend of hands-on technical support and people management will directly shape the quality of IT services for our business. As Help Desk Support Manager, you’ll guide daily operational excellence, serve as a bridge between technical teams and business objectives, and ensure users receive exceptional support.</p><p>________________________________________</p><p>Requirements (Mashed Up):</p><p>• Proven success juggling technical troubleshooting with help desk leadership—comfortable working directly on escalated issues even as you mentor and empower a focused IT support team (3 direct reports within a 10 person department).</p><p>• Experience yourself doing hands on technical work: administering and supporting Windows servers, O365/cloud services, networks, routers/switches, and Citrix/VMware platforms, with a keen eye on performance and security from the ground up.</p><p>• Natural ability to develop and implement new workflows, maintain responsive ticketing processes, and drive continual improvements, with thoughtful IT budget and vendor oversight.</p><p>• Demonstrated strategic thinking—building and executing technical roadmaps—while staying firmly in the day-to-day support environment to address emergent needs and proactively resolve recurring pain points.</p><p>• Comfort working “in the weeds” with troubleshooting, end-user support, and infrastructure issues (storage, Active Directory, MS Exchange, VOIP systems), while being able to communicate impactfully cross-departmentally.</p><p>* JIRA Ticketing System </p><p>• Success upskilling and developing your team—identifying technical gaps and providing coaching to build out core competencies.</p><p>• BONUS if you have experience working with ERP or business application support.</p><p>• Commitment to security best practices for network, data, and end-user assets, and experience maintaining vendor relationships and supporting the company’s data center operations.</p><p>________________________________________</p><p>If you’re equally passionate about technical problem-solving and front-line leadership—and you want to make a clear, positive impact for end users and the business—let’s talk!</p><p>For immediate and confidential consideration, connect with Carrie Danger, SVP Permanent Placement, via LinkedIn or email (email address on LinkedIn profile), or call directly at 515-259-6087.</p><p>Referrals are welcome; bonuses are paid for successful placements! All communication is strictly confidential.</p>
<p>Robert Half is seeking a <strong>Customer Support Specialist</strong> for a leading agriculture organization located onsite in Johnston, Iowa. This role supports customers with delinquent accounts by identifying their needs, providing education and motivation, and helping them successfully resolve past-due balances. <strong>If you enjoy problem‑solving and delivering exceptional customer service, this is an excellent opportunity to grow your career.</strong></p><p> </p><p><strong><u>What You’ll Do</u></strong></p><ul><li>Support delinquent customers by identifying issues and guiding them toward resolution</li><li>Review account details and payment history</li><li>Update and confirm customer/debtor information</li><li>Maintain compliance with federal and state regulations and company policies</li><li>Assist with resolving misapplied payments</li><li>Escalate complex account issues to supervisors when needed</li></ul><p><strong><u>Shift & Schedule</u></strong></p><ul><li>1st shift, 40 hours per week</li><li>Overtime available but not required</li><li>Work hours fall between 6:55 AM – 6:05 PM Central Time</li></ul><p><strong><u>Additional Details</u></strong></p><ul><li>Visa sponsorship is not available—now or in the future</li><li>Assignment approved for 1 year, with potential for extension based on business needs</li></ul>