Sr. Manager, Network Engineering

The Sr. Manager, Network Engineering will manage and direct the staff of the Network Engineering Department. This role is accountable for Switch and Power engineering functions. In this role, you will determine user requirements and design specifications for switching networks. Plan and implement network and power upgrades. Establish a strong forward looking vision for the on-going evolution and future architecture of Alaska Communications network, driving strategic and operational / tactical network planning. You will also work toward developing a team that can best support that future architecture. Staying current with industry trends, and driving a strong business

Reasonable Accommodations Statement

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. Reasonable Accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Essential Functions

• Responsible for day-to-day Network Engineering Operations Team by supervising engineers and other staff in the design and implementation of network solutions. The Sr. Manager of Network Engineering is responsible for coordinating, staffing and planning to accomplish business strategies outlined by the VP of Engineering. They will assist with setting direction, strategy and work plan for Network Engineering operations, identifying resources, developing and implementing programs to achieve business initiatives, and coaching and mentoring staff to their full potential.

• Communicate with customers, sales staff, or marketing staff to determine customer needs. Develop and implement solutions for network problems.

• Develop or recommend network security measures, such as firewalls, network security audits, or automated security probes. Develop disaster recovery plans.

• Prepare detailed network specifications, including diagrams, charts, equipment configurations, and recommended technologies.

• Develop conceptual, logical, or physical network designs and the related documentation.

• Evaluate network designs to determine whether customer requirements are met efficiently and effectively.

• Determine specific network hardware or software requirements, such as platforms, interfaces, bandwidths, or routine schemas.

• Coordinate network operations, maintenance, repairs, or upgrades. Coordinate installation of new equipment. Coordinate network or design activities with designers of associated networks. Estimate time and materials needed to complete projects.

• Plan and implement system changes required to keep the switching or power components of Alaska Communications’ network in compliance with regulatory and legal requirements.

• Prepare or monitor project schedules, budgets, and cost control systems.

POSITION QUALIFICATIONS

Competency Statement(s)

• Team Leadership – Creates an environment that engenders a highly engaged workforce. Actively facilitates the growth and development of team members. Sets vision and strategy for the department, and acts as change catalyst when necessary. Constantly communicates with team about matters such as corporate initiatives, annual performance, and their own growth and performance.

• Lean Leadership – Actively grows and promotes lean process improvement usage within department and within Company. Strives to eliminate all waste – that which does not bring value to the customer – through the use of Lean PI.

• Network Management – Maintains a keen understanding of business processes and network management systems as they relate to network performance, network management and reporting.

• Technical Aptitude – Ability to comprehend complex technical topics and specialized information.

• Communication Skills – Successful candidate must have excellent oral and written communication skills. Position will require frequent preparation and delivery of detailed plans and proposals. Strong communication/interpersonal skills with emphasis on decision-making, conflict management, and team building and teamwork. Must have ability to develop work plans, work effectively as a member of a team, report on status of projects, and represent the team in meetings and/or with the client, and be able to coordinate issues identification and resolution between clients and the development team.

• Customer Focus – Ability to manage customer relationships, communication and centricity. Take overall accountability for customer relationships, provide "account management" functionality, and act in the capacity of a solution provider. Ability to communicate with customers effectively, on a proactive basis, and manage the communication process. An attitude that the customer is the key to success, and keeping the customers' interests’ paramount.

• Self Directed / Cross-Functional Leader – Ability to perform in a self directed manner, with the ability to lead cross functional teams as necessary. One who recognizes the importance of the circle of influence in driving organizational accomplishment.

• Innovative – Ability to look beyond the standard solutions.

• Problem Solving – Ability to find a solution for or to deal proactively with work-related problems.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS REQUIRED

Bachelor’s degree in electronics and/or communications engineering or equivalent engineering disciplines. Equivalent education, experience, and training may be substituted for the degree requirement on a year-for-year basis plus eight (8) years of progressively responsible professional level implementation support and project management in a Network Engineering specialty area. Equivalent functional experience may be considered.

Preferred:

• Switch Engineering experience including: wire line and wireless voice switching, signaling, and messaging infrastructures.

• Telecom engineering or operations experience demonstrating proficiency in design.

Computer Skills: Demonstrated proficiency using Microsoft Office suite, to include: Word, Excel, and Outlook.