Franchise Specialist in Irving, TX

The candidate will be the primary interface with local (city/county) governments and will work directly with local government representatives to apply for franchises, receive proposed franchise agreements, compare franchises to competitor agreements and applicable law, exchange redline edits to proposed agreements, assist in the negotiation and finalization of franchise agreement ordinances, and shepherd the franchise through the city council or county commission approval process.

Essential Functions/Major Responsibilities:

• Research federal, state, and local right of way laws, regulations and case law
• Manage local government telecommunications franchise acquisition process.
• Negotiation of telecommunications franchise agreement contract terms and conditions.
• Manage franchise compliance

Preferred Qualifications: 

• 8-10 years professional experience. 
• Licensed attorney or J.D. degree preferred. 
• Ability to analyze federal, state, and local laws, applicable case law, and other regulations regarding a telecommunications provider’s use of municipal rights of way. 
• Understanding and experience regarding Section 253 of the Telecommunications Act of 1996, including the equitable and nondiscriminatory treatment as determined by federal and state case law. 
• Telecommunications industry knowledge including large and small cell wireless applications, understanding of regulations and obligations applicable to an Incumbent Local Exchange Carriers (ILECs) versus Competitive Local Exchange Carriers (CLECs), and FCC and state PSC/PUC regulation. 
  Ability to understand complex business plans and to successfully negotiate contract terms and conditions to meet company objectives. 
• Ability to compare competitor franchise agreements to those proposed by local governments, note variations, and negotiate for equitable treatment. 
• Ability to persuade others through well thought arguments that comply with applicable law, meet municipal requirements, reduce unnecessary or burdensome regulations, and allow for effective franchise compliance moving forward. 
• Experience with local government franchise ordinance approval process including document preparation, workshops, and city council public hearing process. 
• Ability to represent client at city council or county commission meetings in a professional and persuasive manner to effectively communicate company objectives. 
• Familiarity with certificates of insurance, surety bonds, and letters of credit. 
• Proficient in Microsoft Word and Excel. 
• SAP experience a plus. 

Overtime may be required on an as-needed basis. Occasional travel may be required

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