Permit Specialist

This is a fully remote position, open to applicants in Oregon, +1 more state.

📋 Description

• Oversee the complete OSP permitting process from initiation to approval.

• Prepare, submit, monitor, and secure telecom construction permits.

• Conduct quality assessments of permit packages and engineering documents prior to submission.

• Evaluate projects for adherence to NESC standards, utility requirements, and local municipal regulations.

• Manage permits related to right-of-way, encroachment, excavation, and traffic control.

• Collaborate with municipalities, utilities, engineering teams, design vendors, and project managers.

• Investigate jurisdiction-specific requirements and address permitting challenges.

• Track the status of permits and maintain precise documentation and reporting.

• Monitor SLAs, KPIs, and project timelines, escalating any potential delays.

• Review engineering and facility information to ensure permit accuracy.

• Address jurisdictional comments and coordinate revisions until final approval is achieved.

• Keep organized records of applications, approvals, revisions, and correspondence with jurisdictions.

⛳️ Requirements

• Prior experience in OSP telecommunications permitting.

• Strong grasp of OSP fiber construction and engineering processes.

• Familiarity with NESC standards and their relevance to OSP telecommunications initiatives.

• Experience liaising directly with municipal, county, state, and/or utility permitting agencies.

• Preference for candidates with experience interpreting city and municipal codes in Washington and/or Oregon.

• Preferred experience with PSE, SnoPUD, Clark County PUD/Clark Public Utilities, PGE, or similar utilities.

• Ziply experience is highly preferred.

• Experience with right-of-way, encroachment, excavation, and traffic control permitting.

• Capability to review engineering drawings and permit packages for precision and compliance.

• Ability to manage multiple jurisdictions and deadlines concurrently.

• Preferred experience with project tracking, GIS, engineering, or facility assignment databases.

• NEPA/environmental permitting experience is advantageous.

• High School Diploma or GED is mandatory.

• Must possess a valid driver's license with a satisfactory driving record.

• Willingness to travel up to 20%, if necessary.

• Knowledge of NESC requirements, utility standards, and local jurisdiction codes.

🏝️ Benefits

• Performance and referral bonuses.

• Production incentives.

• Stipends for tools and equipment.

• Fuel stipends.

• Company vehicle, as required by the role.

• Per diem or other relevant compensation.

• Health insurance.

• Life insurance.

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance.

• Flexible spending accounts.

• HSA options.

• Paid time off.

• Paid vacation.

• Paid holidays.

• 401(k) with employer matching.

• Tuition reimbursement.

• Opportunities for professional development courses and training.

• Family-friendly and innovative workplace culture.

• Potential for career advancement.

• Company phone, laptop, or tablet as required for the position.

• Essential tools and safety equipment provided.