Ziply Fiber · 18 hours ago
Joint Use Administrator
Kirkland, Washington, United States
Full-time
Onsite
Mid Level
$75K/yr - $120K/yr
3+ years expZiply Fiber is a local internet service provider dedicated to elevating the connected lives of the communities we serve. The Joint Use Administrator is responsible for securing, negotiating, and managing agreements that authorize communications providers to attach facilities to poles owned by utilities, ensuring compliance with regulations and optimizing deployment processes.
InternetManufacturingTelecommunications
No H1B
Responsibilities
Ensure adherence to Federal Communications Commission (FCC) and state pole attachment regulations, local ordinances, franchise requirements, and National Electrical Safety Code (NESC) safety codes; track regulatory changes and embed them into templates and playbooks
Develop, document, and update Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) for all key attachment processes to ensure consistency, compliance, and efficiency
Participate in negotiations of new pole attachment and joint use agreements, amendments, and renewals; align deal structures with deployment goals and capital plans
Validate rental rate models (e.g., Federal Communications Commission (FCC) cable/telecom formulas or state-specific methodologies), evaluate carrying charges, allocate common space, and support budgeting and accruals for make-ready and recurring fees
Create and maintain checklists of required application materials, track and communicate timelines for the application process, prepare and deploy collateral to address deviations from agreed-upon timelines
Address clearance, capacity, safety, and cost allocation disputes; drive remediation plans, coordinate escalations with utilities and regulators, and document positions to support settlements
Interface with internal teams to synchronize scope, timelines, and budget; ensure contract terms align with field practices and build methods
Produce dashboards on application cycle times, make-ready throughput, and compliance metrics, lead business reviews with utilities and internal stakeholders
Continuously improve attachment workflows, digitize tracking and routing, and train internal teams and vendors on contract terms, safety standards, and documentation requirements
Performs other duties as required to support the business and evolving organization
Qualification
Required
High school diploma or GED
Minimum three (3) years managing pole attachment and joint use agreements
Demonstrated expertise with Federal Communications Commission (FCC) pole attachment regulations, relevant state commission rules, local right-of-way (ROW) and franchise requirements, and National Electrical Safety Code (NESC)
Ability to participate in negotiations, manage contracts, and implement standard operating procedures
Hands-on experience with attachment applications, utility portals, timeline management, and remediation plans for deviations
Experience preventing and resolving disputes involving clearance, capacity, safety, cost allocation, and timeline escalations, including coordination with utilities and regulators
Demonstrated ability to effectively communicate both orally and written
Project management experience and the ability to manage priorities of projects in relation to resources, processes, timeliness, and the ability to multi-task in competing projects
Ability to conduct formal meetings and make group and executive presentations and conduct training sessions
Ability to communicate professionally with internal and external teams
Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced environment, applying sound judgment and strong reasoning skills across a variety of situations
Ability to multi-task and collaborate effectively with other personnel to meet deadlines
Strong verbal and written communication, attention to detail, and organizational skills
Ability to work within critical deadlines
Ability to adjust to rapidly changing priorities and schedules
Ability to provide excellent customer service
Ability to travel up to 25% of the time
Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the US for any employer. Sponsorship is not available for this position
Benefits
Medical
Dental
Vision
401k
Flexible spending account
Parental leave
Quarterly performance bonus
Training
Career growth and education reimbursement programs
Company
Ziply Fiber
Ziply Fiber offers fiber-optic phone, TV, and internet with coverage checks, support, and package details.
1001-5000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageTotal Funding
$500MKey Investors
Cable ONE
2024-11-05Acquired
2022-11-04Corporate Round· $50M
2022-09-08Private Equity· $450M
Leadership Team
David Bohan
Chief Financial Officer
Christopher Denzin
Chief Operating Officer
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