Response Operations Section Chief

Job Description:

AT&T FirstNet is a trusted provider of secure, IP enabled, network solutions, mobility solutions and professional services to the Federal Government and public safety customers. We are dedicated to recruiting, developing, and empowering a diverse, high-performing workforce that is passionate about what they do, committed to our shared values, and dedicated to our customers’ mission.

The FirstNet Response Operations Group (ROG) supports our Nation’s first responders in providing, operating, and assuring critical voice, video, and broadband services for the full spectrum of public safety operations including coordination and direction of deployable FirstNet assets when the macro network is compromised or unavailable to public safety for any reason.

AT&T has an opening for Section Chief to support the FirstNet Response Operations Group in providing FirstNet deployable communication assets and/or alternative cellular and Wi-Fi communications solutions to first responders deployed in areas where there is limited or no cellular network availability.

Job Duties/Responsibilities:

ROG Incident Commanders operate 24x7x365 in responding to requests from public safety agencies. There are typically weekend and evening hours required that are rotated among the team members.

Pre-Incident:

Monitor email and online ticketing systems for reports of:

Emergency/unplanned network outage incidents affecting FirstNet customers.

Planned cell tower maintenance outages affecting FirstNet customers.

Requests for FirstNet deployable coverage for planned events (festivals, sports, parades, etc.)

Directly interface with leads from Network, External Affairs, Network Disaster Recovery, and AT&T Leadership

Build and maintain relationships with first responder agencies and professional associations.

Contribute to updates of the FirstNet deployable operations and requisition process.

Speak at trade shows, panels and events as requested by FirstNet leadership.

During Incident/Event:

Serve as the Response Operations Incident Commander during an incident/event activation.

Issue periodic situational awareness updates via email to FirstNet and AT&T leadership.

Communicate with FirstNet public safety agency Incident Commander or Communications officer as needed.

Set priorities and determine incident objectives and strategies to be followed.

Approve incident action plans.

Order demobilization as needed.

Ensure After Action Reports are completed.

Must be able to deploy to an emergency or disaster scenes which may require multiple day deployments and the ability to drive large vehicles that are up to 26,000 lbs.

Required Qualifications:

Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience

At least five (5) years experience in Public Safety and/or the Military responding to emergency situations.

Excellent written and oral communications skills

Military or Public Safety experience in responding to emergency situations.

Demonstrated track record developing and maintaining relationships with public safety agencies.

Must Live within FEMA Region 7 which includes the States of Iowa, Kansas, Missouri, and Nebraska as the Assigned Section Chief Region

Desired Qualifications

Knowledge of FirstNet Product Line and Services

Demonstrated knowledge of mobile and core network operations

Demonstrated track record of transferring strategic thinking into tactical steps, with measurable outcomes.

Relationship Management

Critical business and technical decision making

Experience working with Municipal, County and State Government

Our Lead Market Developments earn between $128,400 – $231,100. Not to mention all the other amazing rewards that working at AT&T offers. Individual starting salary within this range may depend on geography, experience, expertise, and education/training.

Joining our team comes with amazing perks and benefits:

Medical/Dental/Vision coverage

401(k) plan

Tuition reimbursement program

Paid Time Off and Holidays (based on date of hire, at least 23 days of vacation each year and 9 company-designated holidays)

Paid Parental Leave

Paid Caregiver Leave

Additional sick leave beyond what state and local law require may be available but is unprotected

Adoption Reimbursement

Disability Benefits (short term and long term)

Life and Accidental Death Insurance

Supplemental benefit programs: critical illness/accident hospital indemnity/group legal

Employee Assistance Programs (EAP)

Extensive employee wellness programs

Employee discounts up to 50% off on eligible AT&T mobility plans and accessories, AT&T internet (and fiber where available) and AT&T phone

Weekly Hours:

40

Time Type:

Regular

Location:

Dallas, Texas

It is the policy of AT&T to provide equal employment opportunity (EEO) to all persons regardless of age, color, national origin, citizenship status, physical or mental disability, race, religion, creed, gender, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, genetic information, marital status, status with regard to public assistance, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law. In addition, AT&T will provide reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities.

AT&T will consider for employment qualified applicants in a manner consistent with the requirements of federal, state and local laws

We expect employees to be honest, trustworthy, and operate with integrity. Discrimination and all unlawful harassment (including sexual harassment) in employment is not tolerated. We encourage success based on our individual merits and abilities without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, disability, marital status, citizenship status, military status, protected veteran status or employment status