Connected Nation (CN), through the work of its state program Connected Nation Michigan (CN Michigan), recently released a follow up to its groundbreaking 2020 study on telehealth use and perceptions. “Bringing Health Care Home: Telehealth Trends in Rural Michigan” provides key findings, new insights, and clear guidance on how we can approach telehealth needs in rural America.
INCUMBENT: TBDREPORTS TO: Operations Manager, Digital WorksLOCATION: Oak Grove, KYSTATUS: Full-time, Exempt DATE: August, 2021 The Digital Works Facilitator is responsible for promoting the program through a variety ofoutreach efforts. They are also responsible for a wide range of activities designed to teach,develop, improve, and maintain individuals’ necessary skill sets, place them in entry-level jobpositions, and also prepare them for …
The Broadband Field Validation Specialist conducts targeted field work and desktop research for Connected Nation’s broadband mapping and technical services projects. The Broadband Field Validation Specialist will assist with outside plant audits of wireline infrastructure, mapping such wireline routes, which in turn contribute to the development of field validated maps of broadband infrastructure assets (with an emphasis on wide area …
INCUMBENT: TBD REPORTS TO: Broadband Field Manager LOCATION: MichiganSTATUS: Independent Contractor DATE: May 2021 Connected Nation is currently developing field validated maps of broadband infrastructure assets and availability capable of delivering 100/100 Mbps connections. This position will serve as a full-time Driver. The Driver shall support the Broadband Field Validation Specialist by operating an all-wheel drive, 4-wheel drive (or other …
Status: TBDReports To: Director, Engineering & Technical ServicewsLocation: MichiganStatus: Full-time Temporary, Exempt DATE: May 2021 The Broadband Field Manager will supervise and oversee the field work and desktop research ofBroadband Field Validation Specialists and Drivers for Connected Nation and its subsidiaries. Click here to view the entire job description. TO APPLYPlease email a résumé, three references, and a cover letter …
Status: TBDReports To: Director, Engineering & Technical ServicesLocation: Telework eligibleStatus: Full-time, Exempt DATE: April 2021 The Broadband Data Coordinator conducts telecommunications provider outreach and project coordination for Connected Nation’s broadband mapping projects. This position researches telecommunications providers, maintains relationships with provider contacts, explains and provides updates on projects impacting the provider, and works to collect and obtain service area data …
The website of a public safety agency may be the first point of contact a member of the community may have when an issue arises or information is required. The websites of these agencies, therefore, should provide relevant information in an easily accessible and flexible digital environment. This chart shows the percent of public safety agencies with a website in …
[one-half-first] [/one-half-first] [one-half] [/one-half] Competition provides communities with choices for service, allowing them the ability to switch providers if their current service does not meet their needs. This chart shows the percent of public safety agencies who state that their internet service meets their needs, as well as the various reasons why.
Next Generation 9-1-1 (NG911) provides public safety agencies with all new tools and techniques for protecting the health, safety, and welfare of a community. Emergency texting, streaming two-way video to the field, transmission of data-intensive files, biometric data monitoring, advanced communication with neighboring public safety agencies, and information sharing are only a few examples of how NG911 can positively impact …
Mobile broadband-enabled devices are necessary to take advantage of new and advancing mobile technologies. This chart shows the types of mobile devices provided to public safety personnel for use in the field compared to other Connected communities.