PRIMARY PURPOSE

The Operations Director is responsible for all internal facing functions. The Operations Director coordinates and performs a diverse set of support tasks, including but not limited to managing corporate documents, managing corporate correspondence, coordinating staff calendars, overseeing project management, contract management, accounts payable, accounts receivable, network operation, outside plant, fleet, safety, regulatory compliance, and interfacing with the public. These tasks are essential functions designed to ensure the organization has the resources needed to support the mission of bringing the high-speed fiber experience where no one else will go. This position is a member of the Beacon Broadband leadership team.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS (REASON POSITION EXISTS IS TO PERFORM THESE FUNCTIONS)                                                                                                                                                                            

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Contract Management

·        Prepares, negotiates, analyzes, and reviews contracts for equipment, supplies, materials, services, and products.

·        Monitor contract compliance and recommend and/or take corrective action for contract non-compliance.

·        Monitor contract expiration and renewal requirements.

·        Establish and monitor contract key performance indicators.

·        Manage subscriptions and other relationships with vendors and suppliers.

Facilities, Fleet, and Materials Management

·        Track materials inventories, manage reorder processes, and oversee materials handling.

·        Manage materials inventories to ensure that materials for each project phase are available.

·        Manage the fleet of vehicles and equipment to meet the needs of the organization.

·        Ensure that buildings, grounds, equipment, and supplies are maintained and serviced.

·        Oversee the acquisition, distribution, and storage of company supplies and shared support services such as mailing, printing, and copying; security; and cleaning and maintenance.

·        Create and administer budgets for supplies, equipment, and contract services.

Project Management

Function as project management officer and oversee project management.

Financial and Administrative Services

·        Work in concert with CCEC staff to manage company financials.

·        Oversee accounts payable and accounts receivable.

·        Coordinate with CCEC staff to manage human resources and benefits.

·        Manage organizational correspondence.

·        Manage an organizational document repository and all key company documents. 

·        Performs other related duties as assigned.

·        Oversee the safety program and ensure a safety-minded culture.

·        Oversee training programs.

Network Operations Center

·        Oversee Network Operations Center and inside plant maintenance and operation.

·        Ensure proper NOC staff are in place, that they are trained and proficient.

Outside Plant

·        Oversee outside plant maintenance and operation.

·        Ensure proper outside plant staff are in place, that they are trained and proficient.

OTHER DUTIES                                                                                                                  

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice. This employee is a critical member of the company leadership team and will be responsible for assuming varied duties within and without the scope of this job description in order to ensure the company’s success.

COMPETENCIES                                                                                                                                                                                                                              

·        Problem Solving/Analysis.

·        Organizational skills.

·        Interpersonal skills.

·        Technical Capacity.

·        Communication Proficiency.

·        Collaboration Skills.

·        Leadership skills.

WORK ENVIRONMENT                                                                                                       

This job operates in a professional office environment. This role routinely uses standard office equipment such as computers, phones, photocopiers, filing cabinets and fax machines.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS                                                                                                         

This is a largely sedentary role; however, some filing is required, which would require the ability to lift files, open filing cabinets and bend or stand on a stool as necessary. This position requires the ability to occasionally lift office products and supplies, up to 20 pounds.

POSITION TYPE AND EXPECTED HOURS OF WORK                                                   

This is a full-time position, and typical work hours are Monday through Friday 9:00am to 6:00pm.

TRAVEL

Regular travel throughout the Beacon Broadband service territory. Occasional travel outside of the Beacon Broadband service territory.

QUALIFICATIONS                                                                                                                                                                                                                           

·        Bachelor’s degree or equivalent preferred. 

·        Seven years of related experience required, with prior management experience preferred.

·        Fiber optic broadband experience preferred.

ADDITIONAL ELIGIBILITY QUALIFICATIONS                                                                                                                                                                                                                          

·        Strong MS Office Suite skills.

·        Reliable transportation for getting to work.

·        Must meet the requirements of pre-employment drug screening and comply with company drug and alcohol policy while employed.

The specific statements reflected in each section of this position description are not intended to be all-inclusive, but rather the basic elements and criteria considered being necessary in order to satisfactorily perform the duties associated with the position.

Beacon Broadband, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Please inform Human Resources at 541-332-8835 or hr@cooscurryelectric.com if you require an accommodation in order to participate in the application process.