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Puget Sound Energy, Inc Permit Specialist in Burlington, Washington
Puget Sound Energy is looking to grow our community with top talented individuals like you! With our rapidly growing, award winning energy efficiency programs, our pathway to an exciting and innovative future is now. PSE'sProject Deliveryteam is looking for qualified candidates to fill anopenPermit Specialistposition! Specific details regarding the work arrangements for this position will be discussed in further detail during the interview process. Job Description The Permit Specialist works with internal and service provider project groups to ensure PSE construction work is permitted by the jurisdiction and meets all jurisdictional standards and regulations. The work entails creating and preparing permit packages for submittal to jurisdictional partners, managing permit development through the lifespan of the project, tracking permit status, processing permit payments, and keeping all internal stakeholders apprised of timelines, requirements and jurisdictional communications. The Permit Specialist interfaces directly with jurisdictional partners to help ensure the successful outcome of PSE projects within their Rights Of Way and works to build and maintain jurisdictional relationships through timely and professional communications and conflict resolution techniques. The Permit Specialist upholds the safety compliance standards inherent in PSE's operating and/or field procedures related to work responsibilities and promotes and supports a culture of total safety. The position also demonstrates commitment to conduct business honestly, ethically and consistent with our core values and Code of Conduct, and ensures duties are performed in accordance with all regulatory compliance obligations. Job Responsibilities * Manages permit status through task queuing and updates in SAP * Creates custom reports on project status, invoicing information, permits, etc. * Provides permitting technical expertise to Project Management organizations, as well as proactively monitoring and communicating jurisdictional changes that could influence permit issuance * Acts as the primary point of contact for jurisdictional permit staff, and works to build and maintain relationships with jurisdictional partners to support efficient permit processes, issues resolution and negotiations as needed * Interfaces with project teams to obtain project specific information, and to relay permit approval timelines in order to manage the customer's expectations * Performs other duties as assigned Minimum Qualifications High school degree or equivalent 2+ years permitting experience or 2+ years of experience entering data and running reports using enterprise resource planning software or equivalent combination of education and experience Proficiency with Microsoft Office including Outlook, Excel and Word. Ability to read and interpret blue prints, maps and one-line diagrams Good written and oral communication skills Ability to handle conflicts in a professional and respectful manner Excellent attention to detail Desired Qualifications Experience with SAP Knowledge of gas and electric distribution systems Knowledge of data management and reporting Experience in the permitting industry working with municipalities Additional Information Please note: this job posting is one of two that will be used to advertise and fill only one vacancy at the Senior Permit Specialist or Permit Specialist level depending on the most qualified applicant across the two job openings posted. Only apply to one of the two job openings based on which level best matches your work experience. Job postings involved with this opening are 3647 and 3648. At PSE we value and respect our employees and provide them opportunities to excel. We offer a competitive compensation and rewards package. The pay range for this position is$55,400.00-$86,