Fiber Management System Administrator (Network Infrastructure)

The Fiber Management System Administrator supports the planning, documentation, coordination, and ongoing management of the jurisdiction’s fiber optic infrastructure. This role combines GIS/system administration, engineering review, and field verification to ensure the fiber network is accurately documented and aligned with construction and operational standards.

This position requires both office-based responsibilities and onsite field work, including inspections and validation of infrastructure to maintain accurate system records.

Key ResponsibilitiesFiber Network Documentation & System Administration

• Administer and maintain the Network Manager Telecom (or equivalent) Fiber Management System
• Accurately document and update:
• Fiber routes, splice diagrams, and assignments
• Conduit systems, handholes, manholes, poles, and attachments
• Fiber utilization and connectivity records
• Ensure all records reflect as-built conditions
• Apply industry standards and best practices to all system data
• Ensure the system reflects standards for fiber color codes, installation practices, and asset classification

GIS & Data Management

• Utilize GIS/ArcGIS platforms to map and manage fiber infrastructure
• Maintain consistency between GIS data and fiber management system records
• Support integration of:
• Construction drawings
• Permitting documentation
• As-built records
• Generate reports and visualizations for planning and operational decision-making

Field Verification & Site Work

• Perform onsite inspections and field validation to:
• Verify infrastructure placement and routing
• Confirm accuracy of system documentation
• Document field conditions and update system records accordingly
• Support locating efforts and coordinate with utilities as needed

Engineering Review & Design Support

• Read, interpret, and review:
• Site plans
• Civil engineering designs
• Fiber construction drawings
• Provide input, comments, and recommendations on fiber design and routing
• Review and create fiber splice diagrams
• Validate construction designs against standards and field realities

Construction Coordination

• Coordinate and manage fiber construction vendors and contractors
• Oversee adherence to:
• Project scope
• Timelines
• Quality standards
• Monitor construction practices including:
• Directional boring
• Trenching and micro-trenching
• Direct bury installations
• Conduit placement
• Ensure compliance with applicable codes and specifications

Permitting, Right-of-Way & Regulatory Compliance

• Support permitting processes and right-of-way coordination
• Ensure compliance with:
• MDOT requirements
• State and local jurisdictional standards (for the local jurisdiction)
• Coordinate with permitting agencies and internal stakeholders

Standards & Compliance

• Apply and enforce knowledge of:
• BICSI, EIA/TIA, NEC, ISO standards
• State and local regulations for inside and outside plant fiber construction
• Maintain expertise in:
• Fiber color codes and labeling
• Installation best practices
• Safety and electrical code compliance

Vendor, Contract & System Support

• Manage vendor contracts and service agreements related to fiber infrastructure and systems
• Ensure availability, maintenance, and vendor support for Network Manager Telecom
• Support procurement and contract processes per local jurisdiction purchasing standards
• Track and enforce contractor deliverables, including as-builts and documentation requirements

Coordination & Partnerships

• Coordinate with internal teams, including GIS, engineering, and IT
• Work with external entities, including:
• State and local permitting agencies
• Utility providers and infrastructure partners
• Coordinate with local ISPs and network partners to:
• Establish mutual agreements for fiber use
• Support shared infrastructure and meet-me points
• Document shared routes and agreements within the fiber management system
• Facilitate data sharing and collaboration where required, This role serves as a critical bridge between engineering, construction, GIS, and operations, ensuring the jurisdiction’s fiber network is accurately documented, compliant with standards, and effectively managed throughout its lifecycle.

• Strong understanding of fiber optic infrastructure (OSP and ISP)
• Familiarity with:
• Utility locating processes
• Permitting and right-of-way requirements
• MDOT and local jurisdiction standards
• Ability to:
• Read and interpret engineering and construction drawings
• Create and review fiber splice diagrams
• Knowledge of:
• Conduit systems, poles, handholes, manholes, and attachments
• Construction practices including boring, trenching, and direct bury
• Experience with GIS (ArcGIS) systems and spatial data management
• Working knowledge of industry standards (BICSI, EIA/TIA, NEC, ISO)

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience administering Network Manager Telecom or similar fiber management platforms
• Experience with public-sector infrastructure projects
• Familiarity with local jurisdiction procurement and contracting processes
• GIS certifications or fiber design certifications (e.g., BICSI)

Work Environment

• Hybrid role including:
• Office-based system administration and coordination
• Regular field visits for verification and documentation
• Travel within the jurisdiction required