Job Description
Helpdesk Supervisor
IB HQ, El Segundo
The Helpdesk Supervisor will oversee the daily operations of the Helpdesk team supporting IB’s offices. This role combines hands-on technical expertise, team leadership, and stakeholder engagement to ensure exceptional customer service and operational excellence across IT support functions. The ideal candidate is an experienced leader with a strong background in technical troubleshooting and helpdesk management, committed to maintaining service quality and continuous improvement.
Key Responsibilities:
Team Leadership & Performance Management
Lead and develop the West Coast Helpdesk operations team, driving performance to deliver exceptional technical support and user satisfaction.
Oversee team performance metrics, ensuring response and resolution within defined SLAs.
Monitor team schedules, availability, and workload distribution to maintain optimal coverage.
Foster a positive, collaborative, and customer-focused team culture.
Identify areas for development and provide mentorship, coaching, and training opportunities.
Technical & Operational Oversight
Act as a hands-on technical leader, assisting with escalated incidents and complex troubleshooting.
Serve as the primary Helpdesk office representative and technical point of contact for the region.
Ensure adherence to IT policies, security standards, and compliance protocols.
Collaborate with the network and infrastructure teams to maintain stable, efficient systems.
Stakeholder & Business Engagement
Manage relationships and expectations with internal business units and key stakeholders.
Communicate effectively with management on issues, service trends, and areas for improvement.
Provide executive-level support for senior leadership, ensuring high satisfaction with responsiveness and discretion.
Office & Technology Management
Oversee the operational quality of all technology-related services within the office, including:
Conference room technology
Employee desk setups and IT onboarding
Printers, tech walk-up areas, and IT storage spaces
Partner with facilities and networking teams to ensure optimal technology performance across the office environment.
Track satisfaction scores and implement improvements to enhance the user experience.
Procurement & Administration
Maintain and manage IT asset inventory, including procurement, tracking, and replacement.
Ensure adherence to procurement policies, approval workflows, and budgetary guidelines.
Coordinate license renewals, equipment orders, and vendor relationships.
Conduct periodic audits for compliance, budget monitoring, and security assurance.
Qualifications & Requirements:
Minimum 7 years of experience managing or supervising within a Helpdesk or IT support environment.
Proven direct management experience leading technical teams.
Strong background in technical troubleshooting and escalation management.
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills with a customer service orientation.
Ability to work hands-on in a dynamic environment while maintaining strategic oversight.
Demonstrated ability to analyze performance data, identify trends, and drive process improvements.
Strong organizational skills with attention to detail and follow-through.
Familiarity with ITSM platforms (e.g., ServiceNow, Jira, Service Desk Plus, Zendesk)
At Internet Brands, we carefully consider a wide range of factors when determining compensation, including your background and experience. These considerations can cause your compensation to vary. We expect the compensation for this role to have a range that starts at $70,000 and will depend on your skills, qualifications, and experience. We encourage all interested candidates to apply.
In addition to our awesome culture, we offer a comprehensive benefits package designed to support the health and well-being of you and your family. Our benefits include health insurance options such as medical, dental, and vision coverage, flexible spending accounts (FSA) for medical and dependent care, short-term and long-term disability insurance, and life and AD&D insurance. We also provide a 401(k) retirement savings plan with a company match, paid time off (PTO), paid holidays, commuter benefits as well as access to our Employee Assistance Program (EAP) and well-being coaching services. In addition, employees can take advantage of voluntary benefits such as home, auto and pet insurance, and discounted legal and financial services. For more details, feel free to inquire during the interview process.
Internet Brands®, headquartered in El Segundo, Calif, is a fully integrated online media and software services company focused on four high-value vertical categories: Health, Automotive, Legal, and Home/Travel. The company's properties and platforms include the WebMD, Medscape, and Henry Schein ONE networks, which are the global leaders in their markets; Nolo, Avvo, and Martindale, which form the largest consumer information provider in the legal market; and CarsDirect, Fodor's Travel, and many others which are leaders in their key vertical markets. Internet Brands' award-winning consumer websites lead their categories and serve more than 250 million monthly visitors, while a full range of web presence offerings has established deep, long-term relationships with SMB and enterprise clients. The company's powerful, proprietary operating platform provides the flexibility and scalability to fuel the company's continued growth. Internet Brands is a portfolio company of KKR and Warburg Pincus.
Internet Brands is an equal opportunity employer, and we welcome applicants from all backgrounds. We comply with all applicable laws and regulations, including the City of Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance (FCIHO).
Notice to California residents: you can find information about our privacy practices, on: https://www.internetbrands.com/work-with-us/cpra
IB HQ, El Segundo
The Helpdesk Supervisor will oversee the daily operations of the Helpdesk team supporting IB’s offices. This role combines hands-on technical expertise, team leadership, and stakeholder engagement to ensure exceptional customer service and operational excellence across IT support functions. The ideal candidate is an experienced leader with a strong background in technical troubleshooting and helpdesk management, committed to maintaining service quality and continuous improvement.
Key Responsibilities:
Team Leadership & Performance Management
Lead and develop the West Coast Helpdesk operations team, driving performance to deliver exceptional technical support and user satisfaction.
Oversee team performance metrics, ensuring response and resolution within defined SLAs.
Monitor team schedules, availability, and workload distribution to maintain optimal coverage.
Foster a positive, collaborative, and customer-focused team culture.
Identify areas for development and provide mentorship, coaching, and training opportunities.
Technical & Operational Oversight
Act as a hands-on technical leader, assisting with escalated incidents and complex troubleshooting.
Serve as the primary Helpdesk office representative and technical point of contact for the region.
Ensure adherence to IT policies, security standards, and compliance protocols.
Collaborate with the network and infrastructure teams to maintain stable, efficient systems.
Stakeholder & Business Engagement
Manage relationships and expectations with internal business units and key stakeholders.
Communicate effectively with management on issues, service trends, and areas for improvement.
Provide executive-level support for senior leadership, ensuring high satisfaction with responsiveness and discretion.
Office & Technology Management
Oversee the operational quality of all technology-related services within the office, including:
Conference room technology
Employee desk setups and IT onboarding
Printers, tech walk-up areas, and IT storage spaces
Partner with facilities and networking teams to ensure optimal technology performance across the office environment.
Track satisfaction scores and implement improvements to enhance the user experience.
Procurement & Administration
Maintain and manage IT asset inventory, including procurement, tracking, and replacement.
Ensure adherence to procurement policies, approval workflows, and budgetary guidelines.
Coordinate license renewals, equipment orders, and vendor relationships.
Conduct periodic audits for compliance, budget monitoring, and security assurance.
Qualifications & Requirements:
Minimum 7 years of experience managing or supervising within a Helpdesk or IT support environment.
Proven direct management experience leading technical teams.
Strong background in technical troubleshooting and escalation management.
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills with a customer service orientation.
Ability to work hands-on in a dynamic environment while maintaining strategic oversight.
Demonstrated ability to analyze performance data, identify trends, and drive process improvements.
Strong organizational skills with attention to detail and follow-through.
Familiarity with ITSM platforms (e.g., ServiceNow, Jira, Service Desk Plus, Zendesk)
At Internet Brands, we carefully consider a wide range of factors when determining compensation, including your background and experience. These considerations can cause your compensation to vary. We expect the compensation for this role to have a range that starts at $70,000 and will depend on your skills, qualifications, and experience. We encourage all interested candidates to apply.
In addition to our awesome culture, we offer a comprehensive benefits package designed to support the health and well-being of you and your family. Our benefits include health insurance options such as medical, dental, and vision coverage, flexible spending accounts (FSA) for medical and dependent care, short-term and long-term disability insurance, and life and AD&D insurance. We also provide a 401(k) retirement savings plan with a company match, paid time off (PTO), paid holidays, commuter benefits as well as access to our Employee Assistance Program (EAP) and well-being coaching services. In addition, employees can take advantage of voluntary benefits such as home, auto and pet insurance, and discounted legal and financial services. For more details, feel free to inquire during the interview process.
Internet Brands®, headquartered in El Segundo, Calif, is a fully integrated online media and software services company focused on four high-value vertical categories: Health, Automotive, Legal, and Home/Travel. The company's properties and platforms include the WebMD, Medscape, and Henry Schein ONE networks, which are the global leaders in their markets; Nolo, Avvo, and Martindale, which form the largest consumer information provider in the legal market; and CarsDirect, Fodor's Travel, and many others which are leaders in their key vertical markets. Internet Brands' award-winning consumer websites lead their categories and serve more than 250 million monthly visitors, while a full range of web presence offerings has established deep, long-term relationships with SMB and enterprise clients. The company's powerful, proprietary operating platform provides the flexibility and scalability to fuel the company's continued growth. Internet Brands is a portfolio company of KKR and Warburg Pincus.
Internet Brands is an equal opportunity employer, and we welcome applicants from all backgrounds. We comply with all applicable laws and regulations, including the City of Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance (FCIHO).
Notice to California residents: you can find information about our privacy practices, on: https://www.internetbrands.com/work-with-us/cpra
💡 Quick Summary
Seeking a career-building opportunity? The Helpdesk Supervisor- post position is now open for candidates interested in the IT Engineer & Developer Jobs sector. This role in Los Angeles offers a professional environment and growth potential.
Requirement Snapshot: Candidates should possess basic communication skills, a proactive attitude, and the ability to work in a team. Experience in IT Engineer & Developer Jobs is a plus.
