Careers That Connect You to Community
At Colorado Valley Communications, we don’t just connect homes—we connect communities. Since 1953, we’ve proudly served the heart of Central Texas with reliable internet and voice services, and we’re just getting started. Based in La Grange, we’re one of Fayette County’s largest employers, and every member of our team plays a part in keeping rural Texas connected.
Why Work at CVTC?
Community First
We’re more than a workplace—we’re neighbors. From local events to volunteer efforts, our team is deeply rooted in the communities we serve.
Room to Grow
Whether you’re just starting out or looking to level up, we offer training, mentorship, and opportunities to advance your career right here in Texas.
Benefits That Matter
Enjoy competitive pay, full benefits, and a workplace culture that feels like family.
Tech That’s Texas Tough
We invest in cutting-edge telecommunications tools to keep our region ahead of the curve—without losing that small-town feel.
Current Openings
How to Apply:
Send your cover letter, resume, and three professional references to Our Career Email or mail to:
Colorado Valley Telephone Cooperative, Inc.
Attn: Human Resources Department
P.O. Box 130
La Grange, TX 78945
Questions? Call us at 979-242-5911.
Job Title:
Assistant General Manager (AGM)
Company Name:
Colorado Valley Telephone Cooperative, Inc. (CVTC)
Job Location:
La Grange, TX
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 Valley 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
Job Title:
Director of Sales & Marketing
Company Name:
Colorado Valley Telephone Cooperative, Inc.
Job Description:
We are seeking a highly motivated, forward-thinking Director of Sales & Marketing to join our team. This individual will lead the development and execution of integrated sales and marketing strategies that strengthen our brand, drive customer acquisition and retention, and position CVCTX as a trusted technology partner in the communities we serve.
General Summary
The Director of Sales & Marketing will oversee all aspects of marketing operations, sales initiatives, and product development, including digital campaigns, community engagement, and brand management, while collaborating closely with other departments to achieve organizational goals.
The ideal candidate combines strategic vision with hands-on execution, has a strong background in telecommunications/broadband sales and marketing, and thrives in a fast-paced, growth-oriented environment.
Essential Job Functions
- Develop and implement comprehensive sales and marketing strategies to increase market penetration, broadband adoption, and revenue growth.
- Drive B2B and B2C sales initiatives, including account management, consultative selling, and customer relationship development.
- Lead product development efforts, from concept to launch, ensuring alignment with market needs and company objectives.
- Build and maintain a strong, consistent brand identity across all channels.
- Oversee creation and deployment of integrated marketing campaigns, including digital, social, print, and community outreach.
- Lead and mentor the sales and marketing team, fostering collaboration, accountability, and high performance.
- Monitor sales and marketing performance, analyze data, and optimize campaigns and sales processes to maximize ROI.
- Represent CVCTX at local events, industry conferences, and community initiatives.
- Manage vendor relationships, including negotiating contracts, evaluating performance, and ensuring alignment with company goals.
- Collaborate with operations and executive leadership to support organizational objectives and strategic growth.
Minimum Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in Marketing, Communications, Business, Sales, or related field.
- Five or more years of progressive leadership experience in sales in marketing, ideally in telecommunications, broadband, or technology.
- Proven ability to develop and implement successful sales and marketing strategies.
- Strong knowledge of digital marketing, social media, marketing automation platforms, and consultative sales techniques.
- Excellent communication, presentation, and interpersonal skills.
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite and tools such as Adobe Creative Suite (or equivalent design programs), WordPress, and CRM systems.
- Ability to lead sales team to grow revenues in both business and consumer markets.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
- Deep understanding of sales and marketing principles and broadband industry trends.
- Strong analytical skills with ability to interpret data and optimize campaigns and sales performance.
- Effective communicator with members/subscribers/customers, staff, and external partners.
- Strong organizational, leadership, and problem-solving skills.
- Ability to foster teamwork and maintain high employee morale.
- Skilled in identifying opportunities for growth, driving innovative solutions, and developing new products and services.
Additional Comments:
At Colorado Valley Telephone Cooperative, we believe in showing up for the communities we serve. Employees are encouraged to contribute a minimum of eight (8) volunteer hours annually through our CVCares program and actively participate in community and CVCTX-organized events that promote our brand, services, and cooperative values.
Take the next step in your career by applying for the Director of Sales & Marketing position at CVCTX, where you will have the opportunity to lead and make a significant impact with both CVCTX and the rural broadband industry as a whole. Joining the CVCTX team is an excellent opportunity to work for a rural progressive telecommunications provider offering a competitive salary and outstanding benefits package. CVCTX is an equal opportunity employer.
Job Location:
La Grange, TX
Contact Information:
Interested candidates should submit their resume, cover letter and salary requirements to:
Vantage Point Solutions
Attn. Julie Darrington – Sr. VP of Consulting
executivesearch@vantagepnt.com
Job Title:
Business Sales Specialist
Company Name:
Colorado Valley Telephone Cooperative, Inc.
Job Description:
Colorado Valley Telephone Cooperative, Inc. (CVTC) was established in 1953 and is located in rural Central Texas, midway between Austin and Houston. We offer our members and customers local and long distance telephone service as well as high-speed broadband services. We are one of the largest companies in Fayette County and are committed to giving back to our community.
CVTC is seeking a highly motivated individual focused on quality customer service to join our team to fill the position of Business Sales Specialist.
General Summary
Sells business solutions to commercial customers. Follows up on sales leads and informs and educates potential customers of available products and services. Defines potential customer needs, finds solutions, develops proposals and sales presentations, and closes the sale. Maintains contact with existing customer base to capitalize on new sales opportunities. Follows up with customers to ensure customer satisfaction.
Essential Job Functions
- Sells business solutions and telecommunications equipment by identifying, researching and contacting potential customers.
- Follows up on sales leads from technicians, advertisements, and promotions. Informs and educates potential customers of available products and services.
- Defines potential customer needs, find solutions, develops proposals and sales presentations, and closes the sale. Works with sales engineers on complex customer solutions. Coordinates with multiple departments to fulfill customer needs.
- Maintains contact with existing customer base and capitalizes on any new sales opportunities by introducing new technologies, products and services to support client operations.
- Performs all other related duties as assigned by management.
Minimum Qualifications
- High school diploma or equivalent plus one to three years of previous sales experience required.
- Excellent written and oral communication skills.
- Excellent listener.
- Professional appearance and integrity.
- Critical thinking and problem-solving.
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite (Outlook, Word, Excel & PowerPoint).
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
- Knowledge of telecommunications technology, products and services.
- Knowledge of company products and services.
- Knowledge of company policies and procedures.
- Knowledge of management principles and practices.
- Knowledge of sales practices and principles.
- Skill in operating office equipment.
- Skill in identifying and resolving problems.
- Skill in oral and written communication.
- Skill in persuasion techniques.
- Skill in negotiating.
- Ability to communicate with customers, co-workers, and various business contacts in a professional and courteous manner.
- Ability to organize and prioritize multiple work assignments.
- Ability to pay close attention to detail.
- Ability to make sound decisions using information at hand.
Additional Comments:
CVTC and its affiliates offers competitive compensation and a comprehensive benefits package as well as a challenging work environment. CVTC conducts background checks as well as pre-employment and random post-hire drug screenings. If you are interested in joining our team, please submit for confidential consideration a cover letter, resume and three professional references to jobinquiry@cvctx.com or mail to Colorado Valley Telephone Cooperative, Inc., Attn: Human Resources Department, P.O. Box 130, La Grange, TX 78945. E.O.E.
Job Location:
La Grange, TX
Contact Information:
Human Resources: 979-242-5911
Our Commitment
We’re an Equal Opportunity Employer. Background checks and drug screenings help us maintain a safe, professional environment for all.
