Telecommunications Manager II

University of North Texas System


Department
SYS-ITSS – Telecom Services-925001

Job Location
Denton

Full Time/Part Time
Full-Time

Retirement Eligibility
TRS Eligible

Additional Retirement Information
For more information on retirement plan options, please visit https://hr.untsystem.edu/benefits/retirement-plans/index.php.

Salary Information
Commensurate with experience

Department Summary
Information Technology Shared Services (ITSS) is a component of The University of North Texas System. The mission of ITSS is simple: to be the best at delivering customer-aligned IT solutions and services. Our services are provided to all member institutions using an IT shared services governance model.

IT Shared Services provides the primary technology used by all campuses to support their operations. These include: shared resources of data centers, computing hardware, software applications, network and voice communications, collaboration and productivity capabilities, central web services, risk management, and security and compliance services. As a department, we strive to provide the most professional personnel possible to serve our campus constituents.

The University of North Texas is a state employer offering great benefits, including medical, dental, life, retirement, ample paid time off, and great work/life balance.

Position Overview
The ITSS- Telecom Services Department at the University of North Texas is seeking to hire a Telecommunications Manager II to join our team. This position performs highly advanced and/or managerial (senior-level) telecommunications work. Work involves planning, designing, and integrating system components for voice or data telecommunications networks, and installing, maintaining, or overseeing the installation and maintenance of telecommunications networks and computer hardware attached to these networks. Plans, assigns, and/or supervises the work of multiple teams. Works under minimal supervision with extensive latitude for the use of initiative and independent judgment. Manages a team of telecommunications analysts.

Additional Posting Details

Minimum Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in related field and six years tele/data communications or networking experience; or any equivalent combination of education, training and experience

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
  • Knowledge of effective managerial methods and techniques and how to establish and maintain an effective workforce
  • Ability to plan, assign and supervise the work of subordinates
  • Extensive knowledge of telephony concepts including but not limited to POTS, SIP, VOIP, E911 and call center and cloud telephony solutions.
  • Knowledge of networking concepts and technologies including but not limited to routing, switching, firewalls, DNS/DHCP, and WiFi.
  • Knowledge of PC architecture and operating systems.
  • Strong oral and written communications skills.
  • Management and supervisory skills and abilities.
  • Ability to conceptualize, plan and organize multiple programs and assignments effectively.
  • Ability to operate a computer keyboard and to install communications hardware.
  • Ability to assimilate, retain, and utilize technical information.
  • Ability to analyze varied courses of action and participate in strategic planning.
  • Ability to work with considerable independence and initiative.
  • Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships.
  • Ability to function responsibly during emergency problem solving situations.
  • Knowledge of safety and security precautions appropriate to work performed.

Preferred Qualifications
The preferred candidate will possess the following additional qualifications:

  • Ability to communicate clearly, succinctly and effectively both verbally and in writing.
  • Extensive knowledge of principles of telecommunications platforms and VOIP systems.
  • Strong skill in analyzing and solving complex telecommunication and networking problems.
  • Provide quality of service metrics to determine the readiness, quality and interoperability of telecommunication services, systems due for release to clients and/or within the enterprise.
  • Proven problem-solving abilities and ability to conduct in-depth analysis of billing cycle.
  • ITIL Foundations certification.
  • Strong understanding of VOIP, Cloud technologies, telephony platform and managing large telecom deployments.

Required License / Registration / Certification

Work Schedule
Generally, M-F, 8am – 5pm

Driving University Vehicle
No

Security Sensitive
This is a security sensitive position

EEO Statement

The University of North Texas System and its component institutions are committed to equal opportunity and comply with all applicable federal and state laws regarding nondiscrimination and affirmative action. The University of North Texas System and its component institutions do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, religion, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, or veteran status in its application and admission processes, educational programs and activities, and employment practices.

Classification Title
Telecommunications Manager II

Physical Requirements
Ability to communicate

Job Duties

o
  • Supervise and manage telecommunications team providing telephony services based on the service catalog.

o
  • Responsible for the telecommunications business processes and billing lifecycle in a cost-recovery model.

o
  • Provide support to UNT System and all supported institutions.

o
  • Research, analyze, test and implement enhanced technical communications equipment and services.

o
  • Consult, plan, engineer and install new, renovated and churned communications infrastructures.

o
  • Handle and dispatch work orders and trouble tickets.

o
  • Anticipate industry changes within telecommunication platforms and assist in contract negotiations.

Posting Detail Information

Posting Number
S5686P

Position End Date (if temporary)

Special Instructions to Applicants

Quick Apply
To help us track our recruitment effort, please indicate in your cover/motivation letter where (jobsinteelecom.net) you saw this job posting.