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Telecommunications Manager (Non Mgrl)
Telecommunications Manager (Non Mgrl)
- Agency: DEPT OF RECORDS & INFO SERVICE
- Job type: Full-time
Location
NYC-ALL BOROS
- Title Classification: Exam may be required
Department
Executive Offices
Job Description
Under varying degrees of direction, with varying degrees of latitude for independent action and decision, is responsible for the efficient operation of a voice and/or data telecommunications system. Contracts for voice and/or data telecommunications service with telecommunications common carriers and vendors.
Plans for the establishment of new voice and/or data telecommunications systems and improvements of existing voice and/or data telecommunications facilities.
Recommends elimination of equipment or service on the basis of analyses of cost and necessity.
Tests, evaluates, and selects the best voice and/or data telecommunications equipment available for use by City agencies.
Reviews new technology for possible use in improving operations and reducing costs.
Develops standards, procedures, and policies to ensure the continuing operational effectiveness of the City's voice and/or data telecommunications networks.
Is responsible for training agency coordinators in the techniques of voice and/or data telecommunications management.
Is responsible for the inspection, analysis, adjustment and certification of invoices for voice and/or data telecommunications services and equipment provided to the City.
Distributes charges back to agency users. Interprets Public Service Commission tariffs and plans for contingencies and courses of action which may be necessitated by proposed rate increases, revisions, and adjustments.
As feasible, coordinates City voice and/or data telecommunications with Federal and State facilities.
Supervises the inventories of voice and/or data telecommunications equipment being used by agencies.
Is responsible for overseeing the investigation and resolution of user complaints.
Oversees the training and supervision of telephone operators and service representatives.
Assists in the preparation of voice and/or data telecommunication budgets and provides operational data to support budget projections.
Work Location: 31 Chambers Street, New York, NY 10007
Hours/Shift: Full-Time/ Day
Due to the necessary technical duties of this position, the candidate may be required to be on call and/or work various shifts such as weekends and/or evening shifts.
Travel is required to off-site storage facilities to provide technical support:
- 66-26 Metropolitan Avenue Middle Village, NY
- 168 39th Street Brooklyn, NY
NO E-MAILS, PHONE CALLS, FAXES OR PERSONAL INQUIRIES PERMITTED.
NOTE: ONLY THOSE CANDIDATES UNDER CONSIDERATION WILL BE CONTACTED.
APPOINTMENTS ARE SUBJECT TO THE OFFICE OF MANAGEMENT AND BUDGET (OMB) APPROVAL.
Minimum Qualifications
1. A baccalaureate degree from an accredited college including or supplemented by 24 credits in the field of voice and/or data telecommunications or in a pertinent scientific, technical, electronic or related area, and four years of satisfactory fulltime experience in the performance of analytical, planning, operational, technical, or administrative duties in a voice and/or data telecommunications or closely related electronics planning, management, and/or service organization, one year of which must have been in a highly specialized capacity and 18 months must have been in an executive, managerial, or administrative capacity or in the supervision of staff performing work in the voice and/or data telecommunications field; or
2. An associate degree from an accredited college including or supplemented by 12 credits in the field of voice and/or data telecommunications or in a pertinent, scientific, technical, electronic or related area and five years of experience as described in "1" above; or
3. Education and/or experience equivalent to "1" above. However, all candidates must have at least a four-year high school diploma or its educational equivalent and one year of the specialized experience as described in "1" above and must possess the 18 months of executive, managerial, administrative or supervisory experience as described in "1" above.
Preferred Skills
- Bachelor’s degree in computer science, Network Engineering, or related field. - 7 years of experience in a related IT role, with experience in both network and system administration. - Expert knowledge of Cisco and other network vendor technologies. - Experience with Meraki wireless solutions. - Strong understanding of network security principles and best practices. - Experience with firewalls, IDS/IPS, and other security solutions. - Experience with Active Directory and other directory services. - Experience with desktop operating systems and applications. - Excellent troubleshooting and problem-solving skills. - Strong communication and interpersonal skills. - Ability to work independently and as part of a team. Certifications (Preferred): - CCNA, CCNP, or equivalent network engineering certifications. - Security certifications such as CISSP, CCNA Security, or Security . - Microsoft certifications such as MCSA, MCSE.
This position is also open to qualified persons with a disability who are eligible for the 55-a Program. Please indicate at the top of your resume and cover letter that you would like to be considered for the position through the 55-a Program.
As a prospective employee of the City of New York, you may be eligible for federal loan forgiveness programs and state repayment assistance programs. For more information, please visit the U.S. Department of Education’s website at https://studentaid.gov/pslf/.
New York City residency is generally required within 90 days of appointment. However, City Employees in certain titles who have worked for the City for 2 continuous years may also be eligible to reside in Nassau, Suffolk, Putnam, Westchester, Rockland, or Orange County. To determine if the residency requirement applies to you, please discuss with the agency representative at the time of interview.
The City of New York is an inclusive equal opportunity employer committed to recruiting and retaining a diverse workforce and providing a work environment that is free from discrimination and harassment based upon any legally protected status or protected characteristic, including but not limited to an individual's sex, race, color, ethnicity, national origin, age, religion, disability, sexual orientation, veteran status, gender identity, or pregnancy.
Minimum Qualifications
1. A baccalaureate degree from an accredited college including or supplemented by 24 credits in the field of voice and/or data telecommunications or in a pertinent scientific, technical, electronic or related area, and four years of satisfactory fulltime experience in the performance of analytical, planning, operational, technical, or administrative duties in a voice and/or data telecommunications or closely related electronics planning, management, and/or service organization, one year of which must have been in a highly specialized capacity and 18 months must have been in an executive, managerial, or administrative capacity or in the supervision of staff performing work in the voice and/or data telecommunications field; or
2. An associate degree from an accredited college including or supplemented by 12 credits in the field of voice and/or data telecommunications or in a pertinent, scientific, technical, electronic or related area and five years of experience as described in \"1\" above; or
3. Education and/or experience equivalent to \"1\" above. However, all candidates must have at least a four-year high school diploma or its educational equivalent and one year of the specialized experience as described in \"1\" above and must possess the 18 months of executive, managerial, administrative or supervisory experience as described in \"1\" above.
Preferred Skills
- \tBachelor’s degree in computer science, Network Engineering, or related field.\n-\t7 years of experience in a related IT role, with experience in both network and system administration.\n-\tExpert knowledge of Cisco and other network vendor technologies.\n-\tExperience with Meraki wireless solutions.\n-\tStrong understanding of network security principles and best practices.\n-\tExperience with firewalls, IDS/IPS, and other security solutions.\n-\tExperience with Active Directory and other directory services.\n-\tExperience with desktop operating systems and applications.\n-\tExcellent troubleshooting and problem-solving skills.\n-\tStrong communication and interpersonal skills.\n-\tAbility to work independently and as part of a team.\n \nCertifications (Preferred):\n-\tCCNA, CCNP, or equivalent network engineering certifications.\n-\tSecurity certifications such as CISSP, CCNA Security, or Security .\n-\tMicrosoft certifications such as MCSA, MCSE.
This position is also open to qualified persons with a disability who are eligible for the 55-a Program. Please indicate at the top of your resume and cover letter that you would like to be considered for the position through the 55-a Program.
As a prospective employee of the City of New York, you may be eligible for federal loan forgiveness programs and state repayment assistance programs. For more information, please visit the U.S. Department of Education’s website at https://studentaid.gov/pslf/.
New York City residency is generally required within 90 days of appointment. However, City Employees in certain titles who have worked for the City for 2 continuous years may also be eligible to reside in Nassau, Suffolk, Putnam, Westchester, Rockland, or Orange County. To determine if the residency requirement applies to you, please discuss with the agency representative at the time of interview.
The City of New York is an inclusive equal opportunity employer committed to recruiting and retaining a diverse workforce and providing a work environment that is free from discrimination and harassment based upon any legally protected status or protected characteristic, including but not limited to an individual's sex, race, color, ethnicity, national origin, age, religion, disability, sexual orientation, veteran status, gender identity, or pregnancy.
Job ID
624793
Title code
8298A
Civil service title
TELECOMMUNICATIONS MANAGER (NO
Title classification
Competitive-1
Business title
Telecommunications Manager (Non Mgrl)
- Experience level: Experienced (non-manager)
Number of positions
1
Work location
31 Chambers St., N.Y.
- Category: Technology, Data & Innovation
Salary : $58,700