Indianola Seeks Director of Communications for New Fiber Network

As Indianola Municipal Utilities looks toward the beginning of construction on their fiber-to-the-premise network later this summer, they are seeking to fill a key role to assist with the project.  The job description is below...feel free to share with persons that may have an interest in this exciting opportunity!

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Director of Communications 
City of Indianola - Indianola, IA 
$77,202 a year

Director of Communications
Indianola Municipal Utilities is currently welcoming applications for the position of Director of Communications.

The City of Indianola (pop. 14,278) is a growing community with a historic downtown, located approximately 15 minutes south of Des Moines. It is a safe community with Midwestern values, friendly people and excellent schools. Indianola, which is home to Simpson College, the world renowned Des Moines Metro Opera and the National Balloon Museum and U.S. Ballooning Hall of Fame, is known for its excellent access to outdoor activities, a nice trail system, five major parks and two golf courses. The community welcomes thousands of visitors annually who come to Indianola to enjoy major events such as the National Balloon Classic, Bike Night, the Warren County Fair and other events.
This position is responsible for a number of tasks, including, but not limited to:

• Providing oversight, direction and supervision of the Communications Department to include employees, CATV, Internet and telephone services.
• Train, develop and motivate staff in proper work procedures and in the use and care of equipment and facilities.
• Preparing and monitoring the departmental budget in accordance with the approved budget/capital plans.
• Administer FTTx system design, construction, and restoration procedures.

For a full job description, please visit the City’s website at http://indianolaiowa.gov/jobs.aspx
The successful candidate will have at least five (5) years of experience in ISP, telephony, and/or fiber optic network operations and maintenance preferred. Supervisory experience with a proven track record in training and staff development is strongly preferred.

Graduation from high school. College degree from an accredited college or university with specialization in business, engineering or other field related to communications utility work; or any combination of experience and training which provides the required knowledge, skills and abilities.
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Must be available for off work assignments, meetings and activities.

The position’s salary range is $77,202 – 99,343. IMU offers an excellent benefits package. Employment is contingent upon successful completion of a post-offer drug screening, physical capacity profile and physical. Position will remain posted until filled.

To apply, submit a letter of interest, your resume with salary history, 3 professional references and application. Applications may be downloaded at http://indianolaiowa.gov/jobs.aspx.
EOE
Job Type: Full-time