IS Advisor 2 -CHYM Outside Plant Engineer

Full Job Description

This open competitive position within the Information Technology Services (ITS) Department is responsible for overseeing the management of complex Outside Plant (OSP) projects involving design and implementation for new and existing fiber deployments (including placing poles, fiber, conduit, and other OSP facilities) for transportation-based initiatives under the Choose How You Move Program. This includes identifying/leading the resolution of problems and cross-training opportunities to provide better service to our customers. This position is expected to demonstrate advanced knowledge and proficiency in the maintenance and management of OSP infrastructure as well as the associated support services.

ITS is a 24x7 information technology shop. Applicant must be willing and available to perform duties as required by the job. This may include work on nights, weekends and holidays.

Requirements

• Oversee the management of complex OSP projects involving design and implementation for new and existing fiber deployments, including placing poles, fiber, conduit, and other OSP facilities for transportation-based initiatives.
• Create and execute plans associated with Metro OSP infrastructure and all associated components.
• Manage projects from start to finish, including managing outside vendors and subcontractors along with managing the financial and payment aspects of the project.
• Provide explanations of the scope of work to contractors, outline expectations and requirements, and administer each step to construction teams and contractors.
• Review facility placement in the field, compare to engineering design specifications, approve or deny change orders, and approve invoice payments to contractors.
• Assist in defining, writing, and implementing standards and procedures involving various IT/OSP technologies.
• Provide clear communication of technical information to both technical and non-technical audiences.
• Provide updates to senior executives while providing detailed oversight of assigned tasks.
• Collaborate as part of a team to develop plans and drive important business strategies to provide outstanding customer service, streamline processes, and meet financial goals.
• Collaborate in identifying and addressing gaps in service policies, practices, and procedures and document each.
• Participate in request for proposal bidding and evaluation for OSP projects.

Qualifications

Six (6) years of experience in (OSP) Outside Plant services with demonstrated experience with fiber deployments, vendor management, and project management.
*No Substitutions*

*Resume must be included with application to ensure consideration*

LICENSE REQUIRED:
Valid Driver's License



Candidates with accreditations earned in a foreign institute are encouraged to apply.

Candidate must receive and maintain a passing status from Metro Nashville Police Department (MNPD) background check.

Note: Per Metro Ordinance No. SO94-1078. All employees of the Metropolitan Government shall be residents of the State of Tennessee or become residents of the state within six (6) months of employment as a prerequisite to employment with the Metropolitan Government.

Additional Information

• Extensive background in technical team management and development
• Strong background in OSP operations, including construction standards and utility coordination processes
• Knowledge and understanding of the Nashville Electric and AT&T pole attachment process or experience with a similar process in another market
• Knowledge and understanding of fiber deployment technologies
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills; interpersonal and collaboration skills
• Software and system experience with BlueBeam, ArcGIS, MS Word, MS Excel, and Visio
• Experience communicating complex technical material to both technical and non-technical audiences and could analyze complex information to solve difficult problems

We are an equal opportunity employer that values diversity at all levels. All individuals, regardless of personal characteristics, are encouraged to apply.

Metro Nashville Government respects the religious beliefs and practices of all employees and will make, on request, an accommodation for such observances when a reasonable accommodation is available that does not create an undue hardship on business operations.

Requests for ADA accommodation for the recruitment process should be directed to Human Resources at 615-862-6640.