Telecom Wireless Engineering Manager

Job Posting End Date

04-21-2025

Please note the job posting will close on the day before the posting end date

Job Summary

The Telecommunications Manager is responsible for directly managing and developing telecommunications technical staff, building and sustaining collaborative relationships with Operating Company and Business Unit management, and with external partners, suppliers and vendors, and managing annual O&M and capital budgets. The Manager is expected to gain acceptance as a peer and equal partner when working directly with Operating Company and Business Unit management. The Manager will supervise and develop high performance teams of competent employees to effectively support our customers; operate, maintain and repair a reliable Telecommuncations infrastructure and efficient Telecommunications systems; and produce high value results through continuous improvement and exceptional performance. The Manager will promote and apply Telecommunications solutions to meet the needs and align with the strategies of our Operating Company and Business Unit customers. He/she will lead the team to complete projects and perform all Telecommunications work activities via efficient processes and effective use of resources. The Manager will establish and maintain an open and collaborative environment that promotes safety, accountability, engagement and continuous improvement within and throughout the Telecommunications organization.

Job Description

We are seeking an experienced leader to guide a high-performing team of engineers and technologists. This role involves overseeing the system-wide engineering of our telecommunication infrastructure, including telecom sites, communication towers, and the P25 800 MHz Radio system.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS: Education:

Bachelor degree in Electrical Engineering, Telecommunications, Computer Science, or a related field, or

Associate degree in these fields combined with a minimum of 4 years of applicable technical experience, or

HS diploma/GED combined with a minimum of 8 years of applicable technical experience.

Experience (in addition to any experience accepted as Education):

8 years of Telecommunications/IT experience, demonstrating steady progression in responsibilities. Direct supervisory experience preferred.

Licenses/Certifications: Applicable technical certifications preferred.

PE Preferred

OTHER REQUIREMENTS:

Travel required.

Overtime required on occasion.

Compensation Data

Compensation Grade:

SP20-010

Compensation Range:

$132,562.00-172,331.00 USD

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