Permitting Specialist

Geronimo Power, LLC•Bloomington, MN

14h•Hybrid

About The Position

Geronimo Power is seeking a Permitting Specialist to prepare/obtain and ensure compliance with land use, environmental, and construction related permits for utility-scale solar, wind projects and powered land. This role will cover all stages of environmental planning and analysis for development projects, ranging from initial greenfield site diligence through environmental surveys and acquisition of any required federal, state, or local permits.

Requirements

B.A., B.S., in environmental studies or closely related field. Or equivalent work experience.
2-5 years of environmental permitting experience
Familiarity with state and local government processes, including zoning, variances, comprehensive plans, conditional use permitting and annexation
Ability to multi-task and work well under pressure to meet deadlines
Excellent public speaking and presentation skills
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Ability to work in a fast-paced, entrepreneurial environment in both team and individual settings
Must be flexible and detail-oriented with excellent problem-solving skills
Up to 25% travel required
Experience with Microsoft programs
Experience with ESRI ArcMap
Experience with Google Earth Pro

Nice To Haves

Familiarity with the National Environmental Policy Act, permitting through the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service, State Historic Preservation Offices, and state Public Utility Commissions
Renewable energy development experience, data center experience or local government experience
Strong interpersonal skills, including the ability to establish effective working relationships and articulate issues and subject matter to process owners while being a team player
Strong writing skills
Comfortable with Public Speaking
Achievement driven
Energetic
Able to manage multiple tasks and projects
Loyal and committed to the organization
Pursuit of personal growth
Advanced degree

Responsibilities

Lead land-use and environmental permitting processes, including: Researching and understanding local, state and federal laws
Manage/prepare permit applications for conditional use, variance, zoning change, text amendment or annexation
Representing Geronimo Power at stakeholder meetings, public hearings, open houses and other sponsored events
Work with local law/code amendment processes
Manage environmental review and permitting processes including wetland, endangered species, and archaeological/cultural
Obtain proposals for environmental surveys, manage consultants providing technical support, review deliverables
Track and schedule permit tasks and provide regular updates to manager and project team
Assist with preparation of project budgets
Conduct site review of greenfield sites to inform project planning
Support project mapping and planning
Provide support through project financing and construction to ensure permit compliance
Develop and support project planning initiatives