TELECOMMUNICATIONS MANAGERS (EMERGING PROFESSIONAL OCCUPATIONS IN THE TELECOMMUNICATIONS INDUSTRY) California Occupational Guide Number 2005-A (part) Interest Area: Emerging Occupations 1995
THE JOB 
Telecommunications Managers tailor voice/data networks to a firm's specific needs and keep the system running smoothly. These workers must keep up-to- date on the latest technologies to make sure customers have the best possible telecommunications service, while keeping to budget constraints. They may work within one firm or, if employed by a telecommunications company, represent a number of firms and see to their telecommunications needs. They often supervise the work of one or more telecommunication technicians, a Help Desk Technician and support staff, assigning work and tracking progress. They communicate with top executives to listen to the needs of the firm and work together to create a system that "fits".
COMPENSATION
Average Annual Salary (Nationwide): Entry-level: $36,000 - $42,000 Midlevel: $42,000 - $57,000 Top-level: $60,000 - $110,000
REQUIREMENTS
Job Skills Needed:
-- Ability to plan, organize and supervise the work of others
-- Knowledge of budget writing
-- Knowledge of current telecommunications equipment, operating
systems, terminology and systems
-- Knowledge of contract, bidding and proposal procedures
-- Must be able to handle intense pressure to keep up with
technological changes
Training/Requirements:
-- At least an undergraduate degree in telecommunications,
business or management, marketing or finance
Source: State of California, Employment Development Department,
Labor Market Information Division, Information Services Group,
(916) 262-2162
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