Consultant, Numbering and Porting Services

This is a fully remote position, open to applicants in United States.

📋 Description

• Oversee all services related to the AOCN (Alliance for Telecommunications Industry Solutions Ordering and Coding Network) while ensuring adherence to industry regulations.

• Facilitate the ordering, maintenance, and lifecycle management of CLLI (Common Language Location Identifier) codes.

• Manage Local Number Portability (LNP) activities, coordinating efforts with carriers, vendors, and regulatory bodies.

• Supervise updates to Tariff 4, ensuring prompt implementation of any changes that affect network operations and interconnections.

• Direct the telephone number porting processes to guarantee accuracy, compliance with regulations, and satisfaction of customers.

• Prepare, submit, and maintain FCC Form 502 filings along with other necessary telecommunications regulatory documentation.

• Act as the organization’s representative at CIGGR (Common Interest Group on Generic Requirements) meetings, conveying pertinent industry information.

• Engage in INC (Industry Numbering Committee) meetings to observe and contribute to the establishment of numbering standards and best practices.

• Attend and actively engage in NPIF (Number Portability Industry Forum) meetings to remain updated on LNP standards, policy modifications, and implementation guidelines.

• Function as the organization's point of contact with industry associations, regulatory agencies, and telecommunications service providers.

• Keep track of changes in telecommunications regulations, numbering policies, and industry standards, suggesting operational adjustments as necessary.

• Create and uphold documentation, procedures, and compliance records pertaining to numbering resources and regulatory tasks.

• Partner with internal teams in engineering, operations, legal, and regulatory sectors to enhance network growth and compliance initiatives.

⛳️ Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in a relevant field or equivalent professional experience in telecommunications numbering or regulatory services.

• A minimum of 5 years' experience in telephone numbering administration, local number portability, or telecom regulatory compliance; prior consulting experience is highly preferred.

• Proven expertise in LERG, BIRRDS, CLLI codes, NECA databases, NPAC, and SOA/porting systems.

• Experience in preparing and filing FCC regulatory forms (e.g., Form 502/NRUF) on behalf of clients.

• Understanding of industry forums such as CIGGR, INC, and NPIF (previously known as LNPA).

• Strong communication skills when interacting with clients, with the ability to articulate complex regulatory and technical subjects clearly.

• Highly organized, detail-oriented, and adept at managing multiple client accounts and deadlines independently.

🏝️ Benefits

• Competitive salary along with performance-based bonuses.

• Comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, and 401(k).

• Generous paid time off (PTO) and wellness programs.

• Continuous professional development and educational opportunities.