Director of Market Development responsible for expanding Clearwave Fiber’s footprint. Leading a team for municipal engagement and early-stage market development.
Responsibilities
Accountable for expanding Clearwave Fiber’s footprint into new markets
Owns the front end of market entry—from first municipal contact through market approval and handoff
Responsible for building, leading, and scaling a high-performing team of Market Development Managers (MDMs)
Sets strategy, establishes operating cadence, hires and develops talent
Holds the team accountable to outcomes, ensuring Clearwave enters markets faster, smarter, and with competitive advantage
Owns market advancement recommendations and serves as the accountable leader for go/no-go readiness prior to executive approval
Build, lead, and scale a team of Market Development Managers responsible for municipal outreach, government relations, and early market execution
Establish clear role definitions, performance expectations, KPIs, and success metrics tied to market advancement, speed, and quality
Lead Clearwave’s engagement with municipal leadership and key community stakeholders in new and expanding markets
Identify, escalate, and resolve municipal, regulatory, political, and operational risks that could delay or derail market entry
Monitor competitor activity, fiber overbuilds, public funding awards, and regulatory shifts across the Southeast and Midwest
Prepare and present clear, direct updates to executive leadership on market pipeline health, risks, and opportunities.
Requirements
10+ years in market development, business development, government relations, telecom, infrastructure, or related fields
Demonstrated experience building and leading teams, including hiring, performance management, and accountability
Deep understanding of telecom, broadband, or utility-scale infrastructure markets
Proven ability to operate across municipal, regulatory, and corporate environments
Strong executive presence with the ability to influence internal leaders and external stakeholders
High analytical rigor with comfort operating in ambiguity and incomplete information
Experience managing complex, cross-functional initiatives across multiple geographies
MBA or equivalent advanced experience preferred but not required
Travel: 50–60%+, depending on market activity and team distribution
Benefits
Competitive pay (and lucrative bonus plan)
Medical, dental, and vision plans - start when you start!
Life insurance (self, spouse, children)
Paid Time Off
401(k) - 100% company match (vesting and matching starts upon hire, up to 4% of eligible compensation)
Employee Assistance Plan
Employee Referral Plan
Free services, if living within service area
Tuition reimbursement - Clearwave Fiber encourages staff members to pursue ongoing education and gain industry certifications
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