The Telecommunications/Unified Communication unit is one of three budget accounts within the Network Services Unit. This unit is responsible for developing, administering, and maintaining comprehensive communication services, with a primary focus on voice transport and telephone equipment. The services include managing a statewide telephone network that integrates voice over internet protocol across the state SilverNet enterprise, as well as overseeing commercial telephone services. Staff responsibilities encompass the operation and maintenance of key systems, agency consultation, analysis, and basic design to meet diverse communication needs. These needs include call centers, building wiring design, development, negotiation, and implementation of contract communication services, long distance service, local exchange service, and vendor services. Statutory Authority: NRS 242.