What are the responsibilities and job description for the Community Development Manager position at Metronet?
Join the Future of Connectivity with Metronet and Vexus!
Are you ready to launch your career with one of the nation’s fastest-growing fiber-optic powerhouses? Welcome to Metronet and Vexus, where we don’t just build networks; we build communities.
Recently, Metronet acquired Vexus, and effective January 1, 2025, all Metronet and Vexus associates will be combined into one organization: Metronet. The Vexus brand will remain during the transition.
At Metronet, we are committed to delivering cutting-edge technology combined with exceptional customer care. Our 100% fiber-optic technology ensures that we provide our customers with some of the fastest internet speeds in the world. As industry leaders in fiber-to-the-premise TV, voice, and internet services, we’re not just focused on expanding our networks—we’re focused on enriching the lives of those we serve.
ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:
- Build and maintain a targeted sales approach by conducting in-depth research and analysis of territory, including competitive landscape.
- Work and negotiate with developers, builders, city contacts, and Home Owner Associations to secure plats, power plans, and/or Utility Access Agreements (UAA).
- Utilize multiple resources including, but not limited to, internal maps, Google Earth, GIS maps, FCC Broadband intel to evaluate residential growth opportunities.
- Work independently while understanding the necessity for communicating and coordinating work efforts with other employees and organization.
- Work with Finance, Marketing, and Legal to develop quick to revenue opportunities – may include responding to service inquires and internally sourced growth leads.
- Utilize company provided Customer Relationship Management (CRM) software to efficiently manage and maintain pipeline and projects related to residential growth opportunities.
- Maintain existing and develop new relationships with local relevant organizations with the purpose of elevating awareness of MetroNet within the community and thus, increasing Metronet footprint.
- Attend, as needed, local community, governmental, and economic development events and meetings with the purpose of forwarding the agenda of MetroNet to increase our residential services to the community.
- Responsible for monthly and quarterly budgeted quota, resulting in residential market growth.
- Work with zoning boards, permitting authorities, and internal market Supervisors.
- All other duties as assigned.
JOB QUALIFICATIONS AND REQUIREMENTS:
- 4-year college degree in business, or related experience
- 3 years of experience in business development, sales or marketing
- Working knowledge and experience with Access Laws, rules and FCC requirements (Inside Wiring Rules) required
- Experience with Microsoft Office applications required, Excel, Word and PowerPoint
ADDITIONAL JOB REQUIREMENTS:
- Must be able to communicate clearly, both verbally and in writing
- Must be detail oriented & maintain a high level of confidentiality
- Must have good organizational and project management skills, strategic planning and problem-solving abilities
- Must feel comfortable communicating with all levels of company employees, vendors/service providers, customers and prospective customers
- Must have poise and ability to maintain professional demeanor in stressful situations
- Some prior experience in operations, marketing, or other aspects of the real-estate industry experience preferred
Standard EEO Statement
Metronet is an equal-opportunity employer. We will not discriminate against any applicant or employee on the basis of sexual orientation, gender identity, race, gender, religion, age, national origin, color, disability, or veteran status. EOE/Minority/Female/Disabled/Veteran
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