How to hire a telecom manager

How to hire a telecom manager, step by step

Here's a step-by-step telecom 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 telecom manager job description
• Step 5: Post your job
• Step 6: Interview candidates
• Step 7: Send a job offer and onboard your new telecom manager
• Step 8: Go through the hiring process checklist

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1. Identify your hiring needs

   Before you start hiring a telecom manager, identify what type of worker you actually need. Certain positions might call for a full-time employee, while others can be done by a part-time worker or contractor.

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   You should also consider the ideal background you'd like them a telecom 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 telecom manager that fits the bill.

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

   Type of Telecom Manager	Description	Hourly rate
   Telecom Manager	Computer and information systems managers, often called information technology (IT) managers or IT project managers, plan, coordinate, and direct computer-related activities in an organization. They help determine the information technology goals of an organization and are responsible for implementing computer systems to meet those goals.	$32-52
   Manager, Systems Engineering	A systems engineering manager is responsible for monitoring the efficiency of the company's technology systems and network infrastructure. System engineering managers inspect the output deliverables of computer systems, identifying process improvement techniques to improve optimal performance and maintain high-quality results... Show more	$46-84
   Information Technology Operations Manager	An Information Technology Operations Manager is responsible for the smooth running of the computer systems. They ensure the operation of computer systems in accordance with specifications, costs, and timelines.	$41-73

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2. Create an ideal candidate profile

   Common skills:

   • VoIP
   • Avaya
   • PBX
   • Telecommunication
   • Disaster Recovery
   • Telephone Systems
   • Phone System
   • Voice Systems
   • TCP/IP
   • ACD
   • Network Infrastructure
   • Desktop Support
   • IVR
   • SIP

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   Responsibilities:

   • Manage NIST, DISA and CMS policies.
   • Set up routing plan and manage user accounts in CUCM.
   • Install and manage product solutions for IVR, CTI and CRM applications.
   • Project manage new installations and system moves, integrating DS1, DS3, and ISDN PRI facilities.
   • Develop a JAVA application base on customer needs (to automate shutting down the Mitel controller).
   • Manage all vendors including on-site NEC technicians, cabling contractors, operators, student workers and telecommunications consultants.

3. Make a budget

   Including a salary range in your telecom manager job description is one of the best ways to attract top talent. A telecom manager can vary based on:

   • Location. For example, telecom managers' average salary in florida is 48% less than in california.
   • Seniority. Entry-level telecom managers 39% less than senior-level telecom managers.
   • Certifications. A telecom manager with certifications usually earns a higher salary.
   • Company. Working for an established firm or a new start-up company can make a big difference in a telecom manager's salary.

   Average telecom manager salary

   $86,535yearly

   $41.60 hourly rate

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   Entry-level telecom manager salary

   $67,000 yearly salary

   Updated December 18, 2025

4. Writing a telecom manager job description

   A telecom 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 telecom manager job description:

   Telecom manager job description example

   ElectriCom, a Utility Construction company, was founded in 1960 in Paoli, Indiana. ElectriCom has experienced continuous growth since its inception. The company takes pride in focusing on family values both in the workplace and with its customer base. ElectriCom seeks employees with the ability and desire to work for a progressive company. ElectriCom offers a competitive package for both wages and benefits. Employees who show quality performance will have the opportunity for advancement and further development of skills.
   
   This position's primary function is to clean and prepare work sites, clean up debris or waste materials and load/unload materials.This position requires operation of hand and power tools of all types, including air hammers, earth tampers, chainsaws, trenching equipment and a variety of other equipment and tools.
   ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
   Safety first. General labor at construction/service sites. Operate hand and power tools including air hammers, earth tampers, chainsaws, trenching equipment. Clean and prepare work sites, clean up debris or waste materials and load/unload materials. Interact with and communicate well with Management, co-workers, and customers. Overtime may be required. Location of job sites will vary, requiring frequent out of town travel. Must be willing to learn and grow with organization. Routine Training as assigned (LMS, OSHA-10 hour, etc.). Roadside Traffic Control.
   COMPANY BENEFITS
   Competitive Benefit Package including Medical, Dental, and Vision Coverage Health Savings Account (HSA) w/ Company Contributions & Match 401K w/ Company Match Company Paid Life & AD&D Insurance Company Paid Virtual Doctor Service through Teladoc Company Paid Long-Term Disability Company Paid Short-Term Disability after 3 years employment Additional Voluntary Life Insurance & Voluntary Short-Term Disability Vacation Time/PTO and Paid Holidays Paid weekly Per Diem Eligibility
   #TeamElectriCom
   
   Position Requirements
   
   Valid driver's license is required. CDL is highly desired! Prior experience would be a plus but not required. Willing to travel (position will require around 70% out of town work/travel) Traffic Control Flagging Certification (or the ability to obtain it)
   
   
   Equal Opportunity Employer
   
   ElectriCom is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, creed, color, sex, affectional or sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, gender, ethnicity, religion, national origin, ancestry, nationality, age, disability, marital status, veteran status, genetic information, or on any other basis prohibited by law (except where an attribute is a bona fide occupational qualification).
   
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5. Post your job

   There are various strategies that you can use to find the right telecom 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 telecom manager job on Zippia to find and recruit telecom manager candidates who meet your exact specifications.
   • Use field-specific websites.
   • Post a job on free websites.

6. Interview candidates

   During your first interview to recruit telecom managers, engage with candidates to learn about their interest in the role and experience in the field. During the following interview, you'll be able to go into more detail about the company, the position, and the responsibilities.

   It's also good to ask about candidates' unique skills and talents to see if they match your ideal candidate profile. If you think a candidate is good enough for the next step, you can move on to the technical interview.

   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 telecom manager

   Once you've found the telecom manager candidate you'd like to hire, it's time to write an offer letter. This should include an explicit job offer that includes the salary and the details of any other perks. Qualified candidates might be looking at multiple positions, so your offer must be competitive if you like the candidate. Also, be prepared for a negotiation stage, as candidates may way want to tweak the details of your initial offer. Once you've settled on these details, you can draft a contract to formalize your agreement.

   It's also important to follow up with applicants who do not get the job with an email letting them know that the position is filled.

   After that, you can create an onboarding schedule for a new telecom manager. Human Resources and the hiring manager should complete Employee Action Forms. Human Resources should also ensure that onboarding paperwork is completed, including I-9s, benefits enrollment, federal and state tax forms, etc., and that new employee files are created.

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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