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10030.00 – Telecommunication carriers managers

Telecommunication carriers managers plan, organize, direct, control and evaluate the operations of a telecommunications establishment, department or facility.

Overview

Example job titles

  • Microwave facilities manager - telecommunications
  • Network installation manager - telecommunications
  • Network operations manager - telecommunications
  • Network services manager - telecommunications
  • Operations and transmission services manager - telecommunications
  • Regional manager - telecommunications system
  • Switching systems director - telecommunications
  • Telecommunications facilities manager
  • Telecommunications installation manager
  • Telecommunications manager
  • Telecommunications services manager
  • Telephone company district manager

Core competencies

  • Systems Analysis to assess overall telecommunication operations performance, identify areas for improvement and implement solutions that enhance efficiency and reliability of the system
  • Monitoring to continuously track service quality, network performance and system stability in order to detect issues early and ensure compliance with telecommunications regulations
  • Information Ordering to efficiently manage vast amounts of technical data, service protocols, and operational workflows
  • Verbal Ability to articulate technical concepts and operational updates clearly, lead meetings, provide instructions and resolve conflicts
  • Attention to Detail to ensure technical specifications are correctly followed, configurations are accurate and any issues or discrepancies are promptly identified and addressed
  • Knowledge in Communications and Media to understand how to align technology and services with market demands and trends

Main duties

This group performs some or all of the following duties:

  • Plan, organize, direct, control and evaluate the operations of a telecommunications establishment, department or facility
  • Consult with senior managers to establish policies concerned with the development, operation and maintenance of telecommunications services
  • Direct and control telecommunications traffic volume and flow within assigned areas, through subordinate supervisors and technical staff
  • Analyze and evaluate telecommunications installation, operation and maintenance services and make recommendations for improvement
  • Ensure compliance with telecommunications regulations and directives of government regulatory agencies
  • Liaise with representatives of related or connecting companies to resolve joint telecommunications problems and ensure efficient telecommunications system operations
  • Recruit personnel and oversee their training.

Additional information

  • Progression to senior management positions in telecommunications is possible with experience.

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