Assistant General Manager (AGM)
Colorado Valley Telephopne Cooperative, Inc. (CVTC) | La Grange, Texas
Lead Today. Grow Into Tomorrow’s General Manager.
Colorado Valley Telephone Cooperative, Inc. (CVTC) is seeking a high-impact Assistant General Manager to help lead a trusted, community-centered telecommunications provider into its next chapter.
This is more than a senior leadership role—it is a deliberate succession opportunity. The AGM will work side-by-side with the General Manager, gaining deep exposure to all aspects of the business while preparing to step into the General Manager role over time.
We are looking for a leader who brings strong communication skills, operational insight, and a genuine understanding of rural communities—someone who is ready to lead both now and in the future.
Why This Role Matters
At Colorado Valley Telephone Cooperative, Inc., we don’t just deliver broadband—we connect people, power local economies, and strengthen communities.
This role is critical to ensuring continuity of leadership, long-term sustainability, and continued excellence in service to the communities we serve.
What You’ll Do
Lead Through Communication
- Serve as a clear, credible communicator with employees, customers, board members, and community stakeholders
- Translate strategy into action—ensuring alignment across teams and departments
- Represent the organization with professionalism in community and industry settings
Partner in Leadership & Succession
- Work closely with the General Manager on strategic planning, decision-making, and organizational leadership
- Gain broad exposure across all aspects of the business in preparation for future GM responsibilities
- Help drive a culture of accountability, collaboration, and service excellence
Strengthen Community Connection
- Build and maintain strong relationships with local leaders, customers, and partners
- Ensure decisions reflect the needs and values of the rural communities we serve
- Serve as a visible, engaged, and trusted presence in the community
Advance Rural Broadband & Operations
- Support broadband expansion, network investments, and service delivery initiatives
- Contribute to operational performance, customer satisfaction, and long-term sustainability
- Navigate the evolving rural telecom landscape, including funding programs and regulatory considerations
What We’re Looking For
- Proven leadership experience in telecommunications, broadband, utilities, or infrastructure-based industries
- Exceptional communication skills with the ability to engage effectively at all levels—team, board, and community
- Strong understanding of the rural telecom environment and community-based service models
- Strategic thinker with hands-on leadership capability and operational awareness
- Demonstrated potential and desire to grow into a General Manager role
Why Join Colorado Telephone?
- Clear pathway to General Manager as part of a thoughtful succession plan
- Mission-driven organization with deep roots in the community
- Opportunity to lead meaningful broadband expansion and innovation
- Collaborative leadership team and strong organizational culture
- Competitive compensation and benefits including NTCA's Benefit Plans
Ready to Lead—and Grow?
If you’re a leader who values communication, community, and long-term impact—and are ready to grow into a General Manager role—we’d love to hear from you.
Send your resume and compensation requirements to:
Shirley Bloomfield, President
ShirleyConnected LLC
Exclusive search partner for:
NTCA-The Rural Broadband Association
Shirleyconnected@outlook.com
