Technology Systems & Support Supervisor
Rolling Meadows, IL - USA
Job Summary
Technology Systems & Support Supervisor
On-Site Rolling Meadows IL
Full-Time Exempt
About School Health
School Health has specialized exclusively in the school market for more than 65 years partnering with schools and districts nationwide to support student health safety and wellness. Were a trusted provider of products programs and expertise! Our Technology team is a core part of what keeps that mission running every day.
The Role
The Technology Systems & Support Supervisor owns the day-to-day operation and reliability of our server network and cloud infrastructure while directly leading a small helpdesk team. Youll be the person who can drop into a complex firewall issue in the morning and coach a team member through a tough support call in the afternoon. This is not a helpdesk manager role. And its not a pure infrastructure engineer role. Its both! And thats exactly what makes it interesting.
Youll report to the Business Systems & IT Operations Manager and play a key role in shaping how technology runs and improves across the organization.
What Youll Do
On the infrastructure side youll own it end to end:
- Design configure administer and secure Windows Server environments. Physical and virtual (VMware/Hyper-V/Azure)
- Manage network infrastructure including switches routers SonicWall firewalls VLANs VPNs and wireless
- Administer Microsoft 365 Azure Active Directory/Entra ID Intune MDM Exchange Online and SharePoint
- Own backup and disaster recovery this is including: testing documentation and integrity reporting
- Plan and execute patching cycles and maintenance windows with minimal business disruption
- Maintain security posture across endpoints firewall rules access controls and incident response
On the team leadership side youll be the person the helpdesk counts on:
- Supervise coach and develop Helpdesk Analysts including performance feedback and career growth conversations
- Ensure the team consistently meets service level objectives and response targets
- Step in as the senior escalation point for complex or high-priority incidents that require your level of expertise
- Keep IT Operations Manager informed of recurring issues risk areas and improvement opportunities
And across both sides of the role:
- Build and maintain technical documentation including: runbooks topologies SOPs and training materials
- Identify and recommend technology solutions that align with business strategy
- Participate in infrastructure and process improvement projects
- Assist with budget planning vendor renewals and software licensing
What Success Looks Like
- Infrastructure runs reliably & secure. Issues are caught early patching is current and backups are verified
- The helpdesk team is supported growing and consistently hitting service level targets
- Complex problems get solved - not just escalated or worked around
- Documentation exists and stays accurate - the next person can pick up where you left off
- Youre a trusted partner to both your team and the broader business not just a ticket resolver
What Were Looking For
- 57 years of progressive IT experience with at least 2 years in a supervisory or team lead capacity
- Hands-on expertise in Windows Server networking fundamentals and Microsoft 365/Azure administration
- Comfortable owning infrastructure and leading people
- Strong troubleshooting instincts and comfort working through problems where the answer isnt obvious
- Clear direct communicator who can translate technical issues for non-technical stakeholders
- Detail-oriented and thorough you follow through and verify your work
- Bachelors degree in Information Technology Computer Science or a related field; equivalent experience considered
- ITIL Foundations certification recommended
Compensation
Salary Range: $62006.50 $96015.48 annually
Classification: Exempt (Salaried)
Benefits
- 401(k) eligible
- Full benefits package (medical dental vision and more)
- PTO and paid holidays
Work Location & Requirements
- On-site role based in Rolling Meadows IL
- Occasional after-hours maintenance windows are part of the job
- Must be able to lift and carry up to 50 lbs
If youre someone who takes ownership sweats the details and genuinely enjoys solving hard problems while also getting satisfaction from helping a team do their best work this role was built for you.
Required Experience:
Manager
About Company
School Health is the largest distributor of school nurse, sports medicine, special education, speech and health supplies to school nurses, athletic trainers and special education departments in the U.S.