Permitting Specialist

NATURE OF WORK

Responsible for obtaining Right-of-Way permits in support of telecommunications construction project.  Responsible for procuring Right-of-Way permit submittal requirements from agencies and municipalities to include researching municipal ordinances, Right-of-Way records, permit application forms, engineering drawing requirements, insurance, bond and fee requirements and contractor registration requirements.  Responsible for submitting and acquiring Right-of-Way permits from agencies and municipalities at the state and local level.  Provides reports, deliverables and close-out documentation to customers in a timely manner.  Ensures permit transactions and milestones are documented and monitored through spreadsheet and GIS tracking tools.  Ability to interface with GIS software applications and agency on-line portals.  Familiarity with understanding legal documentation and terminology.  

REQUISITE SKILLS

 Education / Certification:

• Associates degree or equivalent.
• Demonstrated computer proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite of applications.

Experience:

• Minimum 2-3 years experience in the telecommunications industry required.
• Proven record in submitting and obtaining construction permits.
• Knowledge of local municipalities and other permitting agencies processes and procedures.
• Ability to read, understand and prepare technical documents.

Technical Skills:

• Ability to interpret engineering and construction plan and profile drawings.
• Ability to problem-solve computer tracking tool issues.
• Computer skills such as MS Office, MS Outlook, Google Docs, and Google Earth applications.
• Experience in ArcGIS online valued, but not required.

Other:

• Self-motivated and able to plan and organize workload effectively under minimal supervision.
• Able to adjust to changing priorities.
• Able to work in teams.