How to hire a network and telecommunications manager

How to hire a network and telecommunications manager, step by step

Here's a step-by-step network and telecommunications manager hiring guide:

• Step 1: Identify your hiring needs
• Step 2: Create an ideal candidate profile
• Step 3: Make a budget
• Step 4: Write a network and telecommunications manager job description
• Step 5: Post your job
• Step 6: Interview candidates
• Step 7: Send a job offer and onboard your new network and telecommunications manager
• Step 8: Go through the hiring process checklist

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1. Identify your hiring needs

   Before you post your network and telecommunications manager job, you should take the time to determine what type of worker your business needs. While certain jobs definitely require a full-time employee, it's sometimes better to find a network and telecommunications manager for hire on a part-time basis or as a contractor.

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   You should also consider the ideal background you'd like them a network and telecommunications manager to have before you start to hire. For example, what industry or field would you like them to have experience in, what level of seniority or education does the job require, and how much it'll cost to hire a network and telecommunications manager that fits the bill.

   The following list breaks down different types of network and telecommunications managers and their corresponding salaries.

   Type of Network And Telecommunications Manager	Description	Hourly rate
   Network And Telecommunications Manager	Computer networks are critical parts of almost every organization. Network and computer systems administrators are responsible for the day-to-day operation of these networks.	$18-45
   Program Administrator	Program administrators are responsible for planning, directing, and coordinating their organization's program or service. Their duties and responsibilities may vary depending on the industry they work at, such as educational, community, and social services... Show more	$16-35
   Administrator	Administrators are administrative professionals who oversee the whole office or department. They manage office activities and supervise administrative functions in the office... Show more	$22-54

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2. Create an ideal candidate profile

   Common skills:

   • VoIP
   • Telecommunication
   • Network Infrastructure
   • Disaster Recovery
   • Lan Wan
   • Lan
   • Data Network
   • DNS
   • Network Security
   • Data Services
   • Windows NT
   • Switches
   • Strategic Plan
   • PBX

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   Responsibilities:

   • Manage and maintain PBX and voicemail systems.
   • Manage and maintain Mitel PBX phone system, including component level repair.
   • Relocate primary DataCenter, move was accomplish with no customer SLA's impact.
   • Manage and align short- and long-term operational strategy and initiatives in carrier transport and IP applications.
   • Leverage Ethernet backbone to design and implement TCP/IP network.
   • Direct LAN /WAN, firewalls, and Cisco routers and switch installs

3. Make a budget

   Including a salary range in your network and telecommunications manager job description is a great way to entice the best and brightest candidates. A network and telecommunications manager salary can vary based on several factors:

   • Location. For example, network and telecommunications managers' average salary in south carolina is 45% less than in idaho.
   • Seniority. Entry-level network and telecommunications managers earn 59% less than senior-level network and telecommunications managers.
   • Certifications. A network and telecommunications manager with a few certifications under their belt will likely demand a higher salary.
   • Company. Working for a prestigious company or an exciting start-up can make a huge difference in a network and telecommunications manager's salary.

   Average network and telecommunications manager salary

   $61,537yearly

   $29.59 hourly rate

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   Entry-level network and telecommunications manager salary

   $39,000 yearly salary

   Updated December 27, 2025

4. Writing a network and telecommunications manager job description

   A network and telecommunications manager job description should include a summary of the role, required skills, and a list of responsibilities. It's also good to include a salary range and the first name of the hiring manager. Below, you can find an example of a network and telecommunications manager job description:

   Network and telecommunications manager job description example

   • Direct and manage daily operations of the network and telco support team
   • Lead network and telco related projects
   • Evaluate current network and telecommunications platforms to develop an enterprise network and telco architecture strategy to support our growth focused on scalability, performance and availability
   • Escalation for network and telco related issues at locations
   • Lead change management process and implementation of network (WAN/LAN), telco, firewall and router changes to environment
   • Drive root cause analysis on networking and telco related issues and provide plans for remediation
   • Lead technical evaluation of new technologies and tools
   • Help manage and work with Network and Telco vendors and suppliers; work with procurement, legal and IT peers on contract negotiations and renewals
   • Ensure all Network and Telco platforms are fully redundant with back up line capability
   • Install, configure, maintain and troubleshoot network switches, routers, appliances, telco, satellite, cable, and voice mail/IVR systems
   • Manage workflow of network and telecommunication projects
   • Manage the Network & Telco support staff including performance evaluations, promotions, mentoring and hiring
   • Responsible for continuous improvement; assess, modify and provide reporting of Key Performance Indicators for Network & Telco platforms
   • Ensure the Network and telco staff are meeting established service level agreements
   • Perform root-cause analysis on IT and end-user support issues; evaluating documented resolutions, analyzing trends and developing appropriate technical or training solutions to prevent future problems
   • Troubleshoot problems and network issues; recommend network/telco and infrastructure enhancements based on new industry developments and business needs

   
   Position Specification:
   
   

   • Minimum 6 to 10 years of experience as Network and Telecommunications manager
   • Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or Technical Certification
   • Deep understanding of network and telecommunication designs and topologies
   • Experience in troubleshooting network connectivity issues
   • Experience managing and implementing PBX, VoIP and cloud phone systems
   • Experience with Cisco firewalls, routes, and switches product lines
   • Experience with Customer Service Rep call centers with IVR systems
   • Experience with network and security technologies such as intrusion prevention technologies, proxy, VPN and remote access technologies
   • Good understanding of information security and best practices
   • Network professional certifications a plus (CCNA, CCNP, CCIE)
   • Experience with Avaya phone systems and SIP Trucking a plus
   • Experience in the utility industry a plus
   • Excellent verbal, written, and interpersonal skills
   • Valid Driver's license as travel will be required from time to time based on the needs of the business

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5. Post your job

   There are various strategies that you can use to find the right network and telecommunications manager for your business:

   • Consider promoting from within or recruiting from your existing workforce.
   • Ask for referrals from friends, family members, and current employees.
   • Attend job fairs at local colleges to find candidates who meet your education requirements.
   • Use social media platforms like LinkedIn, Facebook, and Twitter to reach potential job candidates.

   Post your job online:

   • Post your network and telecommunications manager job on Zippia to find and attract quality network and telecommunications manager candidates.
   • Use niche websites such as dice, engineering.com, stack overflow, it job pro.
   • Post a job on free websites.

6. Interview candidates

   To successfully recruit network and telecommunications managers, your first interview needs to engage with candidates to learn about their interest in the role and experience in the field. You can go into more detail about the company, the role, and the responsibilities during follow-up interviews.

   You should also ask about candidates' unique skills and talents to see if they match the ideal candidate profile you developed earlier. Candidates good enough for the next step can complete the technical interview.

   Sometimes, it's not enough to interview network and telecommunications manager candidates, so you can ask them to do a test project. If you are not a technical person and don't know what a test project should be, you can use these websites:

   • TestDome
   • CodeSignal
   • Testlify
   • BarRaiser
   • Coderbyte

   The right interview questions can help you assess a candidate's hard skills, behavioral intelligence, and soft skills.

7. Send a job offer and onboard your new network and telecommunications manager

   Once you have selected a candidate for the network and telecommunications manager position, it is time to create an offer letter. In addition to salary, the offer letter should include details about benefits and perks that are available to the employee. Ensuring your offer is competitive is vital, as qualified candidates may be considering other job opportunities. The candidate may wish to negotiate the terms of the offer, and it is important to be open to discussion and reach a mutually beneficial agreement. After the offer has been accepted, it is a good idea to formalize the agreement with a contract.

   You should also follow up with applicants who don't get the job with an email letting them know that you've filled the position.

   Once that's done, you can draft an onboarding schedule for the new network and telecommunications manager. Human Resources should complete Employee Action Forms and ensure that onboarding paperwork is completed, including I-9s, benefits enrollment, federal and state tax forms, etc. They should also ensure that new employee files are created for internal recordkeeping.

8. Go through the hiring process checklist

   • Determine employee type (full-time, part-time, contractor, etc.)
   • Submit a job requisition form to the HR department
   • Define job responsibilities and requirements
   • Establish budget and timeline
   • Determine hiring decision makers for the role
   • Write job description
   • Post job on job boards, company website, etc.
   • Promote the job internally
   • Process applications through applicant tracking system
   • Review resumes and cover letters
   • Shortlist candidates for screening
   • Hold phone/virtual interview screening with first round of candidates
   • Conduct in-person interviews with top candidates from first round
   • Score candidates based on weighted criteria (e.g., experience, education, background, cultural fit, skill set, etc.)
   • Conduct background checks on top candidates
   • Check references of top candidates
   • Consult with HR and hiring decision makers on job offer specifics
   • Extend offer to top candidate(s)
   • Receive formal job offer acceptance and signed employment contract
   • Inform other candidates that the position has been filled
   • Set and communicate onboarding schedule to new hire(s)
   • Complete new hire paperwork (i9, benefits enrollment, tax forms, etc.)

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