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# IT Manager/Director

- **Company:** Robert Half
- **Location:** Hoboken, NJ, United States
- **Experience:** Expert
- **Contract:** Temporary to permanent
- **Skills:** Active Directory, Configuration Management, IT Management, Information Technology Operations, Backup and Restore, Computer Equipment, Cisco
- **Published:** October 23, 2026
- **Apply:** https://www.businessworkforce.com/job.asp?id=3466431828&tx=UT5652TYD&pt=1&aff=0B19D771-A501-4A5E-8338-2A822B784D54&utm_source=Job%20Feed&utm_medium=textkernel&utm_campaign=DE&utm_term=0B19D771-A501-4A5E-8338-2A822B784D54

## About the Role

* At least 5 years of experience in IT leadership or senior technical support roles.
 * Prior experience working in a school or similar education environment is highly preferred.
 * Strong hands-on knowledge of Active Directory, backup technologies, Cisco technologies, computer hardware, and configuration management.
 * Proven ability to troubleshoot technical issues directly rather than operating solely at a strategic level.
 * Experience supervising or coordinating the work of a small IT team.
 * Ability to work effectively with third-party vendors and infrastructure service partners.
 * Strong communication skills with the ability to support both technical and non-technical stakeholders., All applicants applying for U.S. job openings must be legally authorized to work in the United States. Benefits are available to contract/temporary professionals, including medical, vision, dental, and life and disability insurance. Hired contract/temporary professionals are also eligible to enroll in our company 401(k) plan. Visit roberthalf.gobenefits.net for more information.

## Description

We are looking for a hands-on IT leader to support and strengthen technology operations for an education/ non profit client near Hoboken, NJ. This contract to hire role is ideal for someone with prior education or non profit industry experience who can balance day-to-day technical troubleshooting with broader oversight of systems, vendors, and a small support team. The role requires a strong service mindset, the ability to communicate effectively with faculty, parents, and school leadership, and the confidence to guide infrastructure-related initiatives while remaining actively involved in technical work., * Provide direct technical support for staff and school users, resolving hardware, software, and connectivity issues in a timely manner.

 * Oversee daily IT operations while leading and mentoring a small technology team to ensure dependable service delivery.
 * Administer core systems such as Active Directory and device configurations to maintain secure and efficient user access.
 * Coordinate with external vendors and infrastructure partners to support network performance, backups, and broader technology needs.
 * Manage school technology platforms, including an ERP, and help ensure systems are aligned with operational requirements.
 * Track, prioritize, and follow through on support requests using the existing ticketing process to maintain responsiveness and visibility.
 * Support the maintenance and improvement of network, server, and endpoint environments across the campus.
 * Communicate clearly with teachers, parents, and school administrators regarding technical issues, priorities, and solutions.