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- Serve as the point of contact with federal funders and state partners of FREESTATE Middle Mile Network.
- Support grant administration activities related to the development, construction, maintenance and operation of the statewide open-access middle-mile network .
- Assist KOBD in developing and managing a network of local government and nonprofit entities, regional broadband consortia leaders, and private sector telecommunications firms and internet service providers to identify ongoing needs, share resources, and coordinate initiatives to support broadband access and deployment projects as it relates to the FREESTATE Middle Mile Network.
- Convene partners and stakeholders regularly and providing regular updates from KOBD while receiving updates to KOBD.
- Support the research and analysis of KOBD data initiatives.
- Use strong organizational and communication skills to manage, organize, and prioritize multiple projects and meet competing deadlines. Diagnose issues in need of escalation; promptly report issues.
- Experience with broadband and telecommunications policy and issues related to broadband access and deployment.
- Experience with broadband technologies, Internet Service Providers, fiber and wireless telecommunications technologies, and technical contracts.
- Ability to gather, analyze, interpret, and present technical and program data.
- Communicate and work successfully with key stakeholders both internally and externally.
- Ability to manage, organize, and prioritize project assignments to meet competing deadlines.
- Exhibit strong attention to detail.
- Exceptional organizational, interpersonal, and project management skills.
- Advanced knowledge of formatting Microsoft Word documents is required; you will also be working daily with Adobe InDesign, PowerPoint, Excel spreadsheets, SharePoint, and proprietary software.
- Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university in Information Technology, Telecommunications, Engineering or a closely related field is preferred.
- Experience specifically in the open access, middle mile projects.
- Experience in working with elected officials, public agencies and community-based organizations to engage participation and foster collaborative partnerships.
- Experience in NEPA environmental studies and environmental compliance.
- Tax Clearance Certificate
- DD FM 214 (if you are claiming Veteran's Preference)
- Rsum
- Comprehensive medical, dental, vision, and additional coverage
- Sick & Vacation leave - accrued and available with start of employment
- Work-Life Balance programs: parental leave, military leave, jury leave, funeral leave
- Paid State Holidays (designated by the Governor annually)
- Employee Assistance Program
- Employee discounts with the STAR Program
- Retirement and deferred compensation programs
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Broadband Middle Mile Program Manager - Auburn, United States - State of Kansas
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Important Recruitment Information for this vacancy:Position Description
An application,rsum and tax clearance certificate all must be submitted for this position. The Department of Commerce participates in the E-Verify program.
Agency Information: Department of Commerce / KANSASWORKS
As the state's lead economic development agency, the Kansas Department of Commerce strives to empower individuals, businesses and communities to achieve prosperity in Kansas. Commerce accomplishes its mission by developing relationships with corporations, site location consultants and stakeholders in Kansas, the nation and world. Our strong partnerships allow us to help create an environment for existing Kansas businesses to grow and foster an innovative, competitive landscape for new businesses. Through Commerce's project successes, Kansas in 2021 was awarded Area Development Magazine's prestigious Gold Shovel award and was named Site Selection Magazine's Best Business Climate in the West North Central region of the United States.
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About the Position:
Who can apply: Open to all
Classified/Unclassified Service: Unclassified
Full-Time/Part-Time: Full-Time
Work Schedule: Monday-Friday 8:00am to 5:00pm
Eligible to Receive Benefits: Yes
Veterans' Preference Eligible: Yes
Closing Date: Open until filled
Compensation: $75, $95,000.00 annually
Position Summary & Responsibilities:
Position Summary:
The Kansas Office of Broadband Development (KOBD) is hiring a Broadband Middle Mile Program Manager to support KOBD's functions and lead/work on the statewide open-access middle-mile network and last-mile broadband infrastructure initiatives on behalf of KOBD. The Broadband Middle Mile Program Manager will serve as the technical lead and FREESTATE Middle Mile Network access representative for KOBD. The Broadband Middle Mile Program Manager will also lead the implementation of the FREESTATE Middle Mile Network access and will collaborate with the Kansas Department of Transportation and other partners in the development of the FREESTATE Middle Mile Network to serve as the point of contact for State departments and external entities.
Job Responsibilities may include but are not limited to the following:
Minimum Qualifications :
Name: Angie Krahe
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Mailing Address: 1000 SW Jackson; Suite 100, Topeka, KS 66612
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Veterans' Preference Eligible (VPE): Former military personnel or their spouse that have been verified as a "veteran"; under K.S.A will receive an interview if they meet the minimum competency factors of the position. The veterans' preference laws do not guarantee the veteran a job. Positions are filled with the best qualified candidate as determine by the hiring manager.
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The State of Kansas is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We value diversity, equity, and inclusion as essential elements that create and foster a welcoming workplace. All qualified persons will be considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, political affiliation, disability or any other factor unrelated to the essential functions of the job.
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