Senior Manager, Network
Senior Manager, Network
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04-07-2025
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Monthly Salary
$ 145000 - 165000
Vacancy
1 Vacancy
Posted on :
04-07-2025
Job Description
Employees and/or union members will be given priority consideration in the hiring process per the applicable labor contracts.
Final salary will be determined in part by the qualifications of the selected candidate and may be higher or lower than target.
Applicants if hiredmust comply with CTAs residency ordinance.
CTA IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER
No employee or applicant for employment will be discriminated against because of race color creed religion sex marital status national origin sexual orientation ancestry age unfavorable military discharge disability or any other status protected by federal state or local laws; except where a bona fide occupational qualification exists We are committed to providing an inclusive environment for our workforce and supporting the communities we serve. CTA will make reasonable accommodations for the known disabilities of otherwise qualified applicants for employment as well as its employees unless undue hardship would result. If you require an accommodation in the application or hiring process please contact prior to the submission of your application or upon notification of your actual test date. CTA will work with you to determine if an accommodation can be provided.
During the hiring process CTAs Human Resources department will contact candidates with next steps . Failure to respond to these correspondences in a timely fashion may result in your application being closed out for non-responsiveness.
Please click link below to review the benefits offered at the CTA.
RESPONSIBILITIES
Final salary will be determined in part by the qualifications of the selected candidate and may be higher or lower than target.
Applicants if hiredmust comply with CTAs residency ordinance.
CTA IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER
No employee or applicant for employment will be discriminated against because of race color creed religion sex marital status national origin sexual orientation ancestry age unfavorable military discharge disability or any other status protected by federal state or local laws; except where a bona fide occupational qualification exists We are committed to providing an inclusive environment for our workforce and supporting the communities we serve. CTA will make reasonable accommodations for the known disabilities of otherwise qualified applicants for employment as well as its employees unless undue hardship would result. If you require an accommodation in the application or hiring process please contact prior to the submission of your application or upon notification of your actual test date. CTA will work with you to determine if an accommodation can be provided.
During the hiring process CTAs Human Resources department will contact candidates with next steps . Failure to respond to these correspondences in a timely fashion may result in your application being closed out for non-responsiveness.
Please click link below to review the benefits offered at the CTA.
RESPONSIBILITIES
- Responsible for network systems technology advances and solutions for the Authority.
- Provides technical expertise and guidance to requesting departments in relation to voice data and Internet/Intranet network technological systems advances issues and solutions.
- Develops and promotes economical technological advances that fit within the goals and mission of the CTA in order to provide advances that benefit our customers.
- Manages staff budgets and contracts responsible to carry out the responsibility of providing data network services to the Authority. Responsibilities include data network design operations management monitoring maintenance and implementation.
- Manages projects personnel procurement and budgetary requirements associated with these areas of responsibility.
- Works closely with our Cybersecurity team to respond to vulnerabilities and threats.
- Leads various technical projects to meet the changing technology needs of the Authority in regard to data network video and audio visual systems.
- Evaluates costs and time requirements for projects.
- Assigns work sets priorities and monitors progress to ensure priorities and standards of performance are met.
- Assists in resolving complex problems.
- Implements changes to meet performance goals and ensure projects remain within budget and scope.
- Prepares work status reports.
- Develops work plans and schedules for evaluation installation modification and training for audio visual video data & cellular networks.
- Oversees department activities provides reports and status updates to management participates in interdepartmental meetings represents the CTA at sister city agency network meetings and in general manages the day-to-day functions of the department.
- Researches network and data communication technologies and pursues advances in educational opportunities including but not limited to professional associations higher education seminars workshops etc.
- Hires trains develops monitors and evaluates staff. Reviews and recommends personnel actions for approval.
- Performs other duties as assigned.
MANAGEMENT RESPONSIBILITIES
Reporting to this position are the following jobs:
Job Title
- Senior Network Architect
- Senior Network Engineer
- Senior Coordinator Optical Systems
- Senior Coordinator Video Systems
- Consultants & Contractors
CHALLENGES
- Maintaining old network and telecommunications infrastructure across the system while upgrading to new technology.
- Navigating and understanding Government Procurement and Funding regulations.
- Maintain adequate knowledge and keep abreast of new and emerging technological advances.
- Shaping a vision developing strategies leading and building competence of staffing in networking and telecommunications technologies procedures and tools.
EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS
- Bachelors Degree in Engineering Technology Business or a combination of education relating to this position with 6 years of practical experience including WAN LAN and telecommunications or an equivalent combination of education and experience relating to this position.
- Masters degree preferred.
- Technology vendor management contract and budget administration experience.
- Managerial experience in the architecture design installation and maintenance/support of network and telecommunications technology.
- Telecommunications experience working with a telco or utility provider preferred.
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS
- Requires remaining in a stationary position for extended periods of time and constantly operating a computer and other office productivity machinery.
- Service Area Requirement: Exempt (Non-Union) employees must live within the boundaries of the CTA Statutory Service Area either at the time of employment or within 6 months of beginning employment at CTA.
KNOWLEDGE SKILLS AND ABILITIES
- Advanced knowledge in several areas of responsibilities assigned to this position.
- Strong management skills.
- Strong written and verbal communications skills.
- Ability to manage a major technology operation.
- Working knowledge of budgets and contracts.
- Strong strategic planning skills.
- Strong technical analytical and critical thinking skills.
- Strong leadership interpersonal and communication skills.
WORKING CONDITIONS
- General office environment.
- May be required to work various extended hours in order to meet project deadlines or respond to CTA emergencies.
- Must be available to respond to calls or email inquiries outside of regular work hours.
- Conducts field visits and exposed to hazardous environments such as moving trains and other vehicles electrically energized conductors construction noise dust and weather conditions.
EQUIPMENT TOOLS AND MATERIALS UTILIZED
- Personal computers smartphones tablets IP telephones routers switches servers and various software including Microsoft Office and other specialized software.
SALARY
$145000 - $165000
POSITION SUMMARY
Responsible for plans manages and coordinates CTAs network systems staff network systems operations equipment and end user support for data systems landline cellular wireless internet services & audio visual. Provides management and oversight of communications implementation maintenance and emergency response by respective staff and/or contractors.
Required Experience:
Senior Manager
Employment Type
Full Time
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