Manager, Joint Use/Permitting
Remote - Successful candidate must live in a state in which Point Broadband operates (AL, FL, GA, MD, MI, OH, TN, TX, or VA) #LI-remote

Summary:

This position is responsible for coordinating all joint use activities to support the design and deployment of the company’s fiber network. This role manages relationships with pole-owning utilities, ensuring compliance with all pole attachment agreements, regulatory standards, and company processes. The Joint Use Agent serves as a key liaison between internal engineering, GIS, permitting, and construction teams to ensure timely access to poles and rights-of-way for broadband expansion projects.

Duties and Responsibilities:

Essential duties and responsibilities include but are not limited to the following:

• Coordinate and manage joint use agreements, pole attachment applications, and permit requests with utilities and third-party entities.
• Review and track pole attachment data, license requests, and make ready work orders to ensure project deadlines and compliance.
• Work closely with engineering, GIS, and construction teams to confirm pole ownership, attachment rights, and field conditions.
• Maintain detailed records of pole data, attachment locations, and permit status using internal databases and utility portals.
• Negotiate and execute joint use contracts and attachment agreements in alignment with company standards.
• Assist in resolving pole disputes, non-compliance notices, or make-ready delays through communication with utilities and attaches.
• Coordinate with field inspectors or contractors to verify as-built attachment placements and ensure safety/code compliance (e.g., NESC).
• Track and reconcile joint use billing, attachment inventories, and annual rental fees.
• Prepare reports, spreadsheets, and documentation for management, regulatory filings, or audits.
• Support broadband and fiber deployment projects by ensuring timely access to poles and rights-of-way.
• Stay current with FCC, state, and local joint use regulations and industry standards.
• Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications:

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Education/Experience:

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Telecommunications, or a related field preferred.
• 15+ years of experience in joint use, permitting, right-of-way, or utility coordination (telecom, electric, or CATV industry preferred).
• Experience working with joint use portals (e.g., NJUNS, Alden One, or equivalent).
• Strong understanding of pole attachment processes, NESC standards, and right-of-way requirements.
• Excellent communication and negotiation skills with utilities, vendors, and internal teams.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite and database or GIS systems (AutoCAD, Katapult, Google Earth Pro, ArcGIS experience a plus).
• Highly organized with attention to detail and ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously.
• Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings, permits, and pole loading data.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.

Physical Demands/Working Conditions:

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Regularly required to talk, hear, and communicate effectively.
• Required to use hands to type, handle objects and paperwork.
• Required to reach and hold on to items at chest level or reach above the shoulder.
• Required to use close vision, see colors, and be able to focus.
• Must be able to physically move and set up various computer equipment as required (50 or more pounds).
• Some travel may be required.

Benefits:

• Medical (3 plans to choose from), Dental and Vision
• Short Term Disability
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• Company Paid Life as well as Voluntary policies
• 401(k) with generous company match
• Paid Time Off
• Share the Care Paid Time Off
• Paid Holidays
• Cell Phone Allowance *Applicable by Position*
• Career Progression Opportunities
• Discounted Broadband Services *Where Applicable*