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Fiber Permitting Specialist / Assistant Environmental Scientist (Akron, OH)

Akron, OH 44320

Posted: 01/16/2025 Employment Type: Contract Job Category: Other Job Number: 628120 Country: United States Is job remote?: No

Job Description

Description:
  • This candidate will sit in Akron OH. There's no remote/no hybrid work. They will assist in serving Client’s needs in a five State region including: Maryland, New Jersey, Ohio, Pennsylvania and West Virginia.
  • Identify and prepare environmental and non-environmental permits through municipalities, townships, counties, and state departments of transportation
  • Interpret engineering drawings to identify and develop permits
  • Environmental analysis and evaluations
  • Support project managers, design engineers, environmental consultants, GIS mapping specialists, vegetation management team, Right-of-Way managers and real estate coordinators as required
  • Track the status of permit applications and escalate any delays or issues that may impact project timelines.
  • Support Client needs as directed
  • Efficient at working independently as well as in team environment
  • Adhering to all safety requirements
Requirements:
  • Bachelor's degree in environmental science or a related natural science degree from an accredited program. Please make sure to check prior to submitting. A completion of required degree is a MUST (don't submit HS/Associates).
  • Working knowledge of general permitting requirements and laws
  • Strong attention to detail
  • Good verbal and written communication skills
  • Proficient in working with Google Earth, PDF viewer/editing programs, spreadsheets and other task tracking software's
  • Capable of working with diverse skill sets in fast paced environment
  • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
  • Team player focused on Client service
  • Well organized and able to simultaneously pursue and track multiple project efforts
  • Valid driver’s license required.  Must meet standards to qualify for and maintain the Company’s vehicle driving privileges
  • Physical capabilities including lifting 50 lbs and walking through wetland conditions
  • U.S. Citizenship or Green Card required (NO HB1 visa).
  • Travel: 5%

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