Network Operations Supervisor jobs in Pennsylvania

When you join Verizon

Verizon is one of the world’s leading providers of technology and communications services, transforming the way we connect around the world. We’re a human network that reaches across the globe and works behind the scenes. We anticipate, lead, and believe that listening is where learning begins. In crisis and in celebration, we come together—lifting up our communities and striving to make an impact to move the world forward. If you’re fueled by purpose, and powered by persistence, explore a career with us. Here, you’ll discover the rigor it takes to make a difference and the fulfillment that comes with living the #NetworkLife.

What you’ll be doing...

You will be responsible for ensuring service delivery and reliability of Verizon’s world-class Voice, Video, and Data networks, and at the best cost. Your role will involve leading and developing a high-performing, 24x7 team to effectively perform network management responsibilities, drive project completion, and ensure our effectiveness in responding to real-time escalation issues. We are transforming our network and constantly innovating to enhance the customer experience; you play a vital role in changing the way our customers live, work, and play.

• Training, coaching, and counseling direct reports through observing employee quality and safety performance.

• Engaging with employees to manage, evaluate and meet team performance and business metrics.

• Conducting employee performance appraisals and communicating feedback effectively.

• Supporting the installation, maintenance, and construction of network services.

• Evaluating trends in data and identifies the root cause of issues to develop solutions to customer service or network issues.

• Managing mandatory training on compliance, safety, systems and general process changes.

• Maintaining and securing administrative records for tracking employee attendance, records of work performed, training completed and other important metrics.

• Resolving grievances and workplace issues to maintain and enhance a positive working environment.

What we’re looking for...

You thrive in environments where strong leadership skills, business acumen, and technical expertise are key to driving the success of multi-functional teams. No stranger to succeeding in a fast-paced environment, you juggle competing priorities with ease. You enjoy solving problems with a knack for digging into the details to determine root causes, quantifying impact, and pursuing impactful solutions. People count on you for your ability to build relationships at all levels and communicate clearly to business and technical audiences alike. 

You’ll need to have: 

• Bachelor’s degree or four or more years of work experience.

• Four or more years of relevant work experience. 

• Experience in supervising & leading cross-functional teams.

• Willingness to work extended hours when necessary, including weekends, holidays, after hours and on-call as required for the needs of the business.

• Willingness to travel up to 25%.

• Valid driver’s license.

Even better if you have one or more of the following: 

• A degree 

• Experience in the telecommunications or technology industry. 

• Strong communication skills.

• Experience successfully leading teams through cultural transformation, with proven track record of performance in productivity, quality, performance, work rules and safety measurements.

• Experience leading unionized employees or knowledge of employment/labor laws.

• Knowledge of technical environments including network and data centers.

• Strong PC skills (e.g. Microsoft Office Suite, Google Suite, etc.) and experience using virtual collaboration tools (i.e. Zoom, Blue Jeans, Slack, MS teams, etc.).

If Verizon and this role sound like a fit for you, we encourage you to apply, even if you don’t meet every “Even better…” qualification listed above.

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Equal Employment Opportunity 

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