
*Applicants MUST submit a cover letter with resume to be considered.
*This position will require in-office presence. Hybrid work schedules may be possible based on specific job duties and consistent with ESD policy.
*Minorities, women, and individuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply. Please contact Human Resources if you require an accommodation.
BASIC FUNCTION:
The ConnectALL Office seeks candidates for the role of Director, Field Inspection. Reporting to the Assistant Vice President of Broadband Deployment, the ideal candidate will possess exceptional leadership abilities, program and project management skills, and the ability to effectively collaborate with internal and external stakeholders. The role offers a candidate with deep experience in broadband construction methodologies the opportunity to implement a field inspection program that encompasses rights-of-way permitting, pole licensing, and quality assurance inspections at scale across ConnectALL funded broadband infrastructure projects.
WORK PERFORMED:
MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:
Education Level Required: Bachelor’s degree. Associate’s degree with 7 years, direct relevant experience may substitute.
Relevant Experience required: A minimum of 7 years of experience focused on field inspection and/or outside plant telecommunications construction and installation. Certified Fiber Optic Technician (CFOT). Experience with State and local permitting agencies and processes such as DOT, local municipalities, and private ROW owners. Experience with inside plant construction, in building wiring and roof rights and regulations associated with the deployment of broadband infrastructure and buildings.
Knowledge Required: Knowledge of and experience with broadband delivery technologies, network designs and topologies, and technical and regulatory issues related to broadband and telecommunications deployment. Must be able to translate experience deploying broadband projects in the field into systems for evaluating, inspecting, and reporting on infrastructure projects funded by ConnectALL. Experience generating or reviewing as-built documents, bill of materials, and other documentation of broadband projects. Experience with broadband deployment, including both aerial and underground fiber placement and fixed wireless deployment. Experience with Microsoft Excel, ArcGIS and Google Earth preferred. Professional Engineer license preferred. Experience with State and local permitting agencies and processes such as DOT, local municipalities and private ROW owners.