TELECOMMUNICATIONS CONSULTANTS (EMERGING PROFESSIONAL OCCUPATIONS IN THE TELECOMMUNICATIONS INDUSTRY) California Occupational Guide Number 2005-A (part) Interest Area: Emerging Occupations 1995
THE JOB 
Telecommunications Consultants design telecommunications networks for clients using voice/data applications and wireline and/or wireless technologies. They study client companies and customize systems to fit the users' needs. Consultants engineer and supervise projects for clients, design or redesign cabling schemes, as well as plan and schedule installations of new systems. These workers also must keep to budget.
COMPENSATION
Wages: $3,800 - $6,300/mo
REQUIREMENTS
Job Skills Needed:
-- Broad knowledge of current voice/data networks
-- Strong knowledge of several technologies such as digital, fiber
optic, loop, and computer aided design
-- Knowledge of current Federal Communications Commission and local
utilities regulations
-- Knowledge of business practices
-- Proven knowledge of business and budgets
Training/Requirements:
-- Master's degree in Business Administration or related field
-- 6-10 years of progressively responsible experience and a current
broad based background in telecommunications networks and
technologies
Source: State of California, Employment Development Department,
Labor Market Information Division, Information Services Group,
(916) 262-2162
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