Regulatory Director

Company: John Staurulakis
Location: Greenbelt, MD 20770

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THIS POSITION CAN BE BASED IN GREENBELT, MD or AUSTIN, TX

For nearly 60 years, JSI has assisted hundreds of telecom companies across the U.S. to maximize their revenue, comply with state and federal regulations, expand their businesses strategically, and transform their product offerings to focus on today’s broadband-focused technologies. As the industry leader, we see ourselves as more than consultants – we’re an integral partner that our clients look to for advice and support about all aspects of their business.

JSI is seeking to hire a Regulatory Director for either its Greenbelt, Maryland, or Austin, Texas, office. JSI’s regulatory department assists telecom, broadband and video/cable and wireless clients comply with a host of federal and state rules and regulations, including assessment of regulations and their impact; design and enactment of effective compliance procedures; and assistance in filing required applications and waivers.

Qualification:

  • Bachelor’s degree: legal, financial, or engineering
  • Experience at FCC, Capitol Hill or State regulatory body or advanced degree preferred
  • Regulatory SME
  • Five (5) years of experience with federal and/or state telecommunications
  • Three (3+) experience in managing people
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills
  • Strong presentation skills
  • Must be self-motivated

Duties and Responsibilities:

  • Train, mentor and supervise a team of regulatory staff
  • Advise and assist clients in complying with the rules and regulation of the Federal Communications Commission, State Commissions and other Federal and State agencies
  • Draft pleadings, petitions, comments and other advocacy-related documents
  • Oversee and ensure timely execution of all aspects associated with meeting filing and other critical deadlines
  • Inform clients of regulation that may potentially impact them through drafting brief and succinct notices known as “e-lerts”
  • Develop analyses that identify key regulatory opportunities and risks; and provide recommendations
  • Proactively develop and promote new services for the Regulatory Department and the company
  • Provide regulatory advice and support to multidisciplinary teams within the Regulatory and other departments

This is an exciting time to be in the telecom business and we’re looking for new talent who bring innovative ideas and skillsets to help our clients. Our diverse staff includes accountants, financial experts, lawyers, engineers, writers, entrepreneurs, MBAs, program leaders, and project managers. JSI is growing and expanding into new lines of business and we want you to be a part of our future. It doesn’t matter whether you’re just starting your career or you’re a seasoned telecom veteran, if you are passionate about contributing your skills, knowledge, and experience to have a direct impact on the business, we want to talk to you. Let’s start the conversation!