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Title : Technical Support Manager Company : Insignia Software Job type : In office, 8-5pm, M-F About the position: This is a full time, permanent position and will start as soon a suitable candidate is found. Our office is at 1074 103A Street SW, Edmonton.

Who we are: We are a team on a mission to simplify and streamline the work that our educators and librarians do to make knowledge accessible to everyone. Specializing in Library Automation Systems and other education-industry software, we strive to develop and distribute easy to use software solutions that empower the future of schools and libraries.

Description: Insignia Software is seeking energetic candidates to provide technical support and training for the Insignia Library System (ILS). Insignia's customers range from K-12 school districts and public libraries to academic and special libraries who use our ILS to manage their operations. As a Technical Support Manager for Insignia, you will gain an in-depth understanding of all aspects of library management and will lead the Customer Care Team to help librarians and educators all over the world with their daily work.

Responsibilities: This position involves leading the Support Team for various software products. Experience in other library automation systems and student information systems is an asset. Day-to-day tasks include but are not limited to:

- Manage and mentor a team of technical support specialists
- Oversee day-to-day support operations, ensuring tickets are handled efficiently and professionally
- Serve as an escalation point for complex or high-priority technical issues
- Monitor KPIs and service metrics (e.g., response time, resolution time) and implement improvements
- Collaborate with development and QA teams to troubleshoot software bugs and deliver feedback for product improvement
- Develop support documentation, knowledge base articles, and internal training resources
- Assist implementation team in onboarding new library clients with a smooth support transition
- Lead incident management and communication during system outages or critical failures
- Identify trends in support queries and propose proactive solutions to reduce recurring issues

Qualifications:

- Must have B.Sc. in Computer Science or Information Technology or MLIS
- 5+ years of experience in technical support, with at least 2 years in a leadership role
- Experience with integrated library systems (ILS) or library automation software strongly preferred
- Familiarity with MARC records, Z39.50, SIP2, and other library-related standards is a plus
- Strong understanding client-server environments, and troubleshooting methodologies
- Excellent communication, interpersonal, and customer service skills
- Proven ability to manage a local or remote support team

Salary : $80,000.00-$100,000.00 per year as well as annual bonus based on performance

Blue Cross Advantages : After three-month probation period

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: $80,000.00-$100,000.00 per year

Additional pay:

- Bonus pay

Benefits:

- Dental care
- Extended health care
- Paid time off
- Vision care

Schedule:

- Monday to Friday

Application question(s):

- Do you have B.Sc. in Computer Science or MLIS?

Experience:

- Leadership: 2 years (required)

Language:

- French (required)

Work Location: In person

📌 Technical Support Manager (Edmonton)
🏢 Insignia Software
📍 Edmonton