TDS Telecommunications LLC · 2 days ago
Manager-Application Development & Management
US-WI-Middleton
Full-time
Hybrid
Mid, Senior Level
$110K/yr - $179K/yr
8+ years expTDS Telecom is a company dedicated to connecting people through cutting-edge fiber internet technology. The Manager of Application Development & Management will supervise a team of IT professionals to plan, design, develop, and support IT applications and systems in alignment with company initiatives.
Telecommunications
Responsibilities
Supervise a team of Information Technology professionals that plan, design, develop, deploy, and support IT applications and systems in support of company initiatives
Ensure the successful implementation of systems that support company-wide business operations that may also span several business units within the company
Ensure IT systems are maintained to meet the agreed upon service levels for availability, reliability, performance, and cost
Prepare cost benefit studies for proposed projects consistent with business goals and financial constraints using the appropriate financial analysis tools
Identify the talent needs for the team to satisfy accountabilities for project delivery and operational support
Communicate (e.g. written, verbal, social media, etc.) to appropriately engage and inform executive management, project sponsors, system stakeholders, and staff on project, system, financial, and team performance as appropriate
Establish, grow, and maintain professional business relationships with internal sponsors and project stakeholders, other support teams within the company, and external product and service vendors
Maintain expert knowledge of the principles and practices of the company's chosen markets
Qualification
Required
Bachelors degree (or higher) -OR- 4+ years professional work experience
8+ years of IT experience
Preferred
Knowledge of supervisory skills including recruitment, hiring, performance management, and termination
Knowledge of company policies along with state and federal employment laws relevant to supervisory duties
Knowledge of leadership skills such as building effective teams, motivating employees, creating plans for employee growth and development, mentoring, and positioning employees for advancement
Knowledge of various project management tools to develop a comprehensive project work plan such as Work Breakdown Structure (WBS), Organizational Breakdown Structure (OBS), cash flow analysis, Gantt and network diagrams, and resource schedules
Knowledge of techniques such as the Critical Path Method (CPM) to assess and report on risks in project schedule; knowledge of corrective action steps to reduce risks and mitigate problems
Knowledge of System Development Life-Cycle (SDLC) methodologies such as Waterfall, Rapid Application Development, or Agile SCRUM
Knowledge of system testing practices and tools
Knowledge of problem-solving techniques and tools
Knowledge of techniques for vendor product solicitation, evaluation, and selection
General knowledge of the languages and tools typically used in software development including JAVA, .NET, PERL, COBOL, etc
General knowledge of computer operating systems such as Windows, Solaris, Linux, OS/390, etc
General knowledge of computer hardware and related infrastructure including servers, switches, routers, firewalls, load balancers, and storage
General knowledge of data networking including TCP/IP, IP subnetting, DNS, etc
General knowledge of the techniques for developing and implementing secure software and host platforms
General knowledge of database administration platforms, tools, and techniques for high-availability and high-performance systems
General knowledge of relevant regulations and legislation including CPNI, PCI, CALEA, etc
Knowledge of federal and state privacy regulations and the company's privacy and security policies
Ability to travel as needed for company business and professional development
Ability to work nights and weekends as needed for system implementations and resolving system problems
Knowledge of business analysis practices and business process modeling
Knowledge of quality management and quality improvement practices
Knowledge of team leadership skills, practices, and behaviors
Knowledge of techniques, tools, and applicable laws to conduct effective and legal interviews
Knowledge of techniques for writing and presenting business proposals to management
Knowledge of techniques to establish business relationships with outside vendors
Knowledge of effective writing and public speaking skills. Ability to convey complex information to general audiences
Knowledge of techniques and models for initiating and promoting change (e.g. organizational, process, policy.)
Benefits
Medical Coverage
Dental Coverage
Vision Coverage
Life Insurance
401(k) Plan
Generous Vacation & Paid Sick Leave
Seven Paid National Holidays & One Floating Holiday
Paid Parental Leave (6 weeks after 12 months of employment)
Adoption & Surrogacy Assistance
Employee Assistance & Wellness Programs
Short-Term & Long-Term Disability
TDS Service Discounts
Education Assistance
Paid Volunteer Time
Company
TDS Telecommunications LLC
TDS Telecommunications LLC (TDS Telecom/TDS®) delivers high-speed internet, TV entertainment, and phone services to a mix of small to mid-sized urban, suburban and rural communities throughout the U.S.
1001-5000 employees
H1B Sponsorship
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Funding
Current Stage
Late StageLeadership Team
James Butman
President & CEO
Michelle Brukwicki
Senior Vice President - Finance and Chief Financial Officer
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