Adecco Engineering and Technical, a division of the world leader in the recruitment of engineering and information technology professionals, has an immediate opening for an IT Area Manager on a contract to hire opportunity with a leading company in Baltimore, MD. In this position candidates will be responsible for managing the achievement of IT support initiatives and the accomplishment of IT objectives within the operations. The Area Manager serves as the primary technology expert for hardware installations, software installations, understands business practices, documents IT supporting infrastructure, and ensures that information technology meets the requirements of end users. Key Responsibilities: Reporting to the Information Technology Director, the Area Manager: Works closely with the IT Director to ensure IT compliance. Learns and understands business processes and how technology can best ensure the success of business users. Investigates operations-related problems/inquiries and§ recommends, facilitates and coordinates solutions. Informs team members about ongoing discussions with business and on any new findings including best practices. When required, mediates conflicts between IT and the business. Represents and champions initiatives as it impacts IT. Manages technical staff and/or vendors. Manages the implementation and support of information systems. Works with other IT groups within the organization. Participates in the development of IT budgets. Review and evaluate vendors to ensure compliance with established quality standards, performance and requirements. Responsible for managing project costs and working within budget constraints. Develop, track, monitor and execute against metrics and performance management ratings. Assist in the development of strategic plans for IT. Supervises and directs support for office automation and system implementations including implementing standard desktop computing systems and planning for future desktop hardware and software. Desired Knowledge, Skills & Competencies The Area Manager must possess and demonstrate proficiency in the following: Knowledge/ Skills Areas Technology Savvy Client relationship management Business Process Systems Life Cycle Systems integration Data Management Core Competencies Action Oriented Problem Solving Process Management Informing Learning on the Fly Interpersonal Savvy Qualifications: The successful candidate will have a minimum of three years of directly related experience in progressively responsible positions in information technology within a medium, large, and complex organization. Specific qualifications include: Three years progressive information technology§ experience, supporting medium- to large-size projects One year supervisory experience required Demonstrated technology savvy with the proven ability to align IT priorities with business objectives Clear and effective written documentation Proven experience with IT tools: Ticket tracking systems Infrastructure monitoring systems Ability to drive IT standardization and§ consistency techniques. Demonstrated knowledge, skills and competencies listed above in organization of comparable size and complexity. Education: A Bachelor’s degree in Computer Sciences or Information Services, Information Technology certification, or equivalent experience is required. If you are interested in this opportunity or other opportunities available through Adecco Engineering and Technical, please apply online or email directly to Elizabeth.Krieger@adeccona.com The Adecco Group is a Fortune Global 500 company and the global leader in HR services. Our group connects over 700,000 associates with our business clients each day through our 6,600 offices in over 70 countries and territories around the world. We offer employment opportunities at any stage in your professional career. Contact us today to discuss available contract and direct hire positions. Adecco Engineering and Technical offers benefits including Holiday, 401(k), Insurance Benefit Plans and Anniversary Bonus opportunities. Adecco Engineering and Technical is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Apply Online About Adecco North America Adecco is a Fortune Global 500 company and the world leader in workforce solutions. Our comprehensive service offering includes temporary and contract staffing, permanent recruitment, outplacement and career services, training and consulting. Adecco is an equal opportunity employer. Keywords:   Project