Vice President – Network Design & Implementation

Role Overview

• Lead Fiber Network Design and Implementation efforts as JSI works with Tier 3 providers in rural areas to provide broadband and opportunity to all.
• Share our vision to bridge the digital divide.
• Drive JSI’s mission: leverage our expertise to empower communications providers to grow profitably and deliver world-class service.
• Help our clients capitalize on the unprecedented funding available from various sources, including the June 2023 Broadband Equity Access and Deployment (BEAD) program, the largest-ever government broadband funding.
• Guide the Alaska division of 20+ people – and growing.

Requirements

• Strategic Vision: Develop, implement and execute a strategic business plan for this region.
• Leadership: Provide direction for the development, design, installation and inspection of Tier 3 projects to ensure high quality.
• Operations: Oversee the execution of outside plant projects across the division.
• Business Development: In partnership with the sales team, leverage relationships and industry associations drive new business.
• Communication: Collaborate and engage at all levels to help achieve our company vision, strategy and goals.
• Interact: Work across the JSI enterprise and build strong relationships with sales, internal teams, and customers.
• Compliance: Ensure compliance with local, state and federal regulations and programs.
• Knowledge: Maintain knowledge of trends, developments, technologies and market conditions relevant to the division and industry.
• Bachelor’s Degree, preferably Master’s Degree and or equivalent experience required.
• 15+ years of experience within the telecom industry.
• Have an OSP background while also being strategic and highly operational.
• Experience with both white
• and blue-collar workforce preferred.
• Proven track record of success leading business transformations by leveraging innovative solutions and delivering results.
• Thorough knowledge of compliance requirements and government regulations.
• Strong leadership and management skills, as well as strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• High levels of personal integrity and strong interpersonal skills.
• Self-directed, driven and highly motivated.
• Possess financial acumen to link operations to performance.

Benefits

• Competitive salary + performance-based bonuses.
• Comprehensive benefits package (medical, dental, vision, 401(k)).
• Generous PTO and travel support.
• Ongoing professional development and educational opportunities.