Community Development Manager - Geneva

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Join the Future of Connectivity with Metronet and Vexus!

Are you ready to launch your career with one of the nation's fastest-growing fiber-optic powerhouses? Welcome to Metronet and Vexus, where we don't just build networks; we build communities.

Recently, Metronet acquired Vexus, and effective January 1, 2025, all Metronet and Vexus associates will be combined into one organization: Metronet. The Vexus brand will remain during the transition.

At Metronet, we are committed to delivering cutting-edge technology combined with exceptional customer care. Our 100% fiber-optic technology ensures that we provide our customers with some of the fastest internet speeds in the world. As industry leaders in fiber-to-the-premise TV, voice, and internet services, we're not just focused on expanding our networks-we're focused on enriching the lives of those we serve.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:

• Build and maintain a targeted sales approach by conducting in-depth research and analysis of territory, including competitive landscape.
• Work and negotiate with developers, builders, city contacts, and Home Owner Associations to secure plats, power plans, and/or Utility Access Agreements (UAA).
• Utilize multiple resources including, but not limited to, internal maps, Google Earth, GIS maps, FCC Broadband intel to evaluate residential growth opportunities.
• Work independently while understanding the necessity for communicating and coordinating work efforts with other employees and organization.
• Work with Finance, Marketing, and Legal to develop quick to revenue opportunities - may include responding to service inquires and internally sourced growth leads.
• Utilize company provided Customer Relationship Management (CRM) software to efficiently manage and maintain pipeline and projects related to residential growth opportunities.
• Maintain existing and develop new relationships with local relevant organizations with the purpose of elevating awareness of MetroNet within the community and thus, increasing Metronet footprint.
• Attend, as needed, local community, governmental, and economic development events and meetings with the purpose of forwarding the agenda of MetroNet to increase our residential services to the community.
• Responsible for monthly and quarterly budgeted quota, resulting in residential market growth.
• Work with zoning boards, permitting authorities, and internal market Supervisors.
• All other duties as assigned.

JOB QUALIFICATIONS AND REQUIREMENTS:

• 4-year college degree in business, or related experience
• 3+ years of experience in business development, sales or marketing
• Working knowledge and experience with Access Laws, rules and FCC requirements (Inside Wiring Rules) required
• Experience with Microsoft Office applications required, Excel, Word and PowerPoint

ADDITIONAL JOB REQUIREMENTS:

• Must be able to communicate clearly, both verbally and in writing
• Must be detail oriented & maintain a high level of confidentiality
• Must have good organizational and project management skills, strategic planning and problem-solving abilities
• Must feel comfortable communicating with all levels of company employees, vendors/service providers, customers and prospective customers
• Must have poise and ability to maintain professional demeanor in stressful situations
• Some prior experience in operations, marketing, or other aspects of the real-estate industry experience preferred

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