MGR Field Operations - Upper Midwest

Lumen is the trusted network for AI. We're transforming how businesses connect, secure, and scale in an AI-driven world. By connecting people, data, and applications quickly, securely, and effortlessly, we help organizations move faster and unlock what's next. At Lumen, people power progress. Our culture is built on teamwork, trust, and transparency, giving you the flexibility, support, and opportunity to make a lasting impact. We're looking for top-tier talent ready to take on the challenge. Join us in building the future. ## The Role The Manager Field Operations is accountable for leading the service delivery and network maitenance & protection efforts to enterprise network and customers, as well as all enterprise business products and services. Strong leadership and collaboration skills are required as this position is responsible for the results from multiple organizations in both direct and indirect reporting structures. This position is also actively involved in community and organizations that help strengthen communities and our Brand. Reports to the Director of Operations and works independently on day-to-day operations managing a team of technicians consisting of both inside plant (ISP) and outside Plant (OSP). ## The Main Responsibilities

• Responsible for ongoing management of the inside and outside plant and the various electronic network elements attached to it.

These include:

• Multiple network equipment types (including DWDM, Ethernet, IP, VoIP and SONET technologies) and manufacturers.
• Installation, operations, and maintenance of the network and critical infrastructure at both company operated and customer operated facilities.
• Coordinate with multiple teams outside of the division to test, activate, insert and utilize various network elements. (Including Real Estate, CCM, Sales, Sales Engineering, Contractors, Design, Test & Activations, Customers, and multiple NOC organizations)
• Accountable to ensure team is effectively and efficiently completing daily routines (provisioning work requests, maintenance work, mark and locate tickets, preventative maintenance, and change management/grooming tasks) and meeting metric goals (on-time-performance, task interval yield, construction project completion, trouble response and restore times, spares handling, overtime).
• Analyze and measure data to identify key trends in performance.
• Establish and maintain effective and productive working relationships with personnel at all impacting organizations as well as other external contacts so that issues are resolved correctly and timely.
• Manage employees, contractors, and vendors for the efficient and timely completion of projects.
• Validate direct report time reporting for accuracy.
• Guide and provide leadership to direct reports during transition periods between company and organizational changes.
• Ensure staff has the resources and skills needed to support work initiatives.
• Support compliance through enforcement of standards, policies, and processes.
• Provide leadership and motivation to team members.
• Establish and monitor performance objectives for direct reports that align with organization goals, while coaching to attain objectives.
• Determine training requirements and promote direct report development through individual development plans (IDP), peer-to-peer training, and internal and external training resources.
• Continually striving to better define and improve departmental processes for optimal efficiency and network reliability while engaging intradepartmental and interdepartmental resources to achieve results.
• Perform special projects and other duties as assigned. ## What We Look For in a Candidate
• Bachelor's degree or equivalent education and experience. Typically, with 5-7 years related experience and 2+ years previous manager level leadership experience in a union environment preferred.
• Pro-actively seeks new opportunities to increase operational efficiency.
• Proven strong oral and written communication skills and ability to successfully deliver presentations to executive level.
• Possess strong organizational, time management and analytical skills.
• Ability to analyze and manage financial data and capital and expense budgets.
• Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously, demands with competing priorities, all while making timely decisions.
• Ability to build group commitment to company goals and objectives.
• Must enjoy working in a fast-pace, results driven organization.
• Must be able to prepare presentations and clearly articulate the position being taken in the presentations.
• Demonstrated leadership and coaching skills acquired through previous experience in a supervisory or managerial role.
• Demonstrated ability to develop and execute short- and long-term objectives in a team environment.
• Proficient in Microsoft Excel, Outlook, Word, and PowerPoint.
• Ability to travel as required.
• Must have a valid driver's license.
• Must be available 7/24 to support network emergencies ## Compensation This information reflects the anticipated base salary range for this position based on current national data.

Minimums and maximums may vary based on location. Individual pay is based on skills, experience and other relevant factors. Location Based Pay Ranges $105,786 - $141,047 in these states: ND SD Lumen offers a comprehensive package featuring a broad range of Health, Life, Voluntary Lifestyle benefits and other perks that enhance your physical, mental, emotional and financial wellbeing. We're able to answer any additional questions you may have about our bonus structure (short-term incentives, long-term incentives and/or sales compensation) as you move through the selection process. --- Learn more about

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For more information on these checks, please refer to the Post Offer section of our FAQ page. Job-related concerns identified during the background screening may disqualify you from the new position or your current role. Background results will be evaluated on a case-by-case basis. Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records. Equal Employment Opportunities We are committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all persons regardless of race, color, ancestry, citizenship, national origin, religion, veteran status, disability, genetic characteristic or information, age, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, family status, pregnancy, or other legally protected status (collectively, "protected statuses"). We do not tolerate unlawful discrimination in any employment decisions, including recruiting, hiring, compensation, promotion, benefits, discipline, termination, job assignments or training. Privacy Notice Lumen is committed to protecting the privacy and security of personal information collected during the recruitment and hiring process. Our Privacy Notice explains how we collect, use, disclose, and protect applicant information, as well as how individuals may request access to or deletion of their personal data. To review Lumen's Privacy Notice, please visit: https://jobs.lumen.com/global/en/privacy-notice Disclaimer The job responsibilities described above indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees within this classification. It is not intended to include a comprehensive inventory of all duties and responsibilities for this job. Job duties and responsibilities are subject to change based on evolving business needs and conditions. In any materials you submit, you may redact or remove age-identifying information such as age, date of birth, or dates of school attendance or graduation. You will not be penalized for redacting or removing this information. Please be advised that Lumen does not require any form of payment from job applicants during the recruitment process. All legitimate job openings will be posted on our official website or communicated through official company email addresses. If you encounter any job offers that request payment in exchange for employment at Lumen, they are not for employment with us, but may relate to another company with a similar name.