Wire Hiring for Director of Government Affairs at Daytona Beach, FL Full Time

About us:

Wire 3 is dedicated to delivering affordable, fast, high bandwidth data services to households in Volusia and Brevard counties at an affordable cost. An important part of this mission is providing our customers with not only the best internet service in Florida, but also providing the attentive customer care our customers deserve. Wire 3’s fiber optic technology ensures that our service provides you with the fastest, most reliable connection so you experience fewer disruptions. 

Summary of the role:

Wire 3 has an immediate opening for an energetic addition to our growing team. The Director of Government Affairs will be responsible for helping to evaluate new communities as the next “Wire 3 markets” using statistical analysis on demographic data, as well as creating relationships with leaders in those communities including government officials and local business leaders. They will develop, coordinate, and implement market development plans designed to open relationships in these communities. They will work to create relationships with local Mayors, City Councils, City Managers, and Permitting Departments, as well as their equivalents in each of the counties where we will operate, and the state. They will work with our entire team to maintain a timeline and schedule that provides efficient delivery of Wire 3’s services to the end customer and partners.

Responsibilities

• Perform quality work within deadlines, with or without direct supervision.
• Work effectively as a team contributor on all assignments. 
• As needed, develop a team to help accomplish goals of the organization. 
• Secure and negotiate any necessary franchise agreements for Wire 3 to do business in each municipality.
• Develop a plan for entering each new municipality.
• Develop a plan for grant writing (as applicable).
• Develop and execute a plan for executing private easement agreements with existing and new housing developments in our footprint.
• Work with Finance and Marketing to develop financial models for breakeven analysis, Cost-per-Acquisition, and payback analysis to evaluate new opportunities.
• Understand Wire 3’s product offering.
• Understand the needs of both customer and municipalities.
• Identify key community stakeholders and generate interest in Wire 3.
• Monitor competition in your area to identify risk, issues, and opportunities.
• Create and maintain a weekly activity pipeline that consist of pertinent information related to the launch of new markets.
• Attend, as needed, local community, governmental and economic development events, and meetings with the purpose of growing awareness of Wire 3 to increase our awareness of Wire 3 within our target communities.

Requirements:

• High school diploma required.
• Bachelor’s degree preferred.
• 5+ years of experience in business development, sales, or direct marketing. 
• Strong in person presence and experience with consultative sales models.
• Excellent verbal and written communications skills.
• Strong listening and presentation skills.
• Ability to multi-task, prioritize, and manage time effectively. 
•  Ability to travel regionally.
• Ability to work flexible hours, including evenings, weekends, and holidays.
• Ability to operate a personal computer, and wireless equipment.

Benefits:

• Competitive salary and bonus structure. 
• Dynamic company culture with diverse growth opportunities. 
• Room for growth and advancement. 
• Peace of mind – Fully paid health insurance coverage for you and your family. 
• Time for yourself – 4 weeks Paid Time Off (PTO). 
• 401k company match.