Regulatory and Permitting Specialist Jobs

A Regulatory and Permitting Specialist in the utilities industry is responsible for managing all aspects of regulatory compliance and permitting for utility projects. This includes researching and interpreting federal, state, local, and industry regulations, preparing necessary documentation, and coordinating with appropriate agencies to obtain required permits. They also serve as a liaison between their company and regulatory bodies, ensuring that all projects are in compliance with relevant laws and regulations, and addressing any issues that might arise during the permit application process.

Important skills for this role include excellent communication, attention to detail, and the ability to multitask and manage multiple projects simultaneously. Familiarity with the utilities industry and relevant legal and regulatory frameworks is essential, and a degree in a related field is often required. Certifications in areas like environmental law, project management, or regulatory affairs can provide a valuable competitive edge. A person might work as a project coordinator, regulatory analyst or an environmental specialist before becoming a Regulatory and Permitting Specialist in the utilities industry.

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Local Permitting Manager

  • Salt Lake City, UT
  • 2 days ago
  • Salt Lake City, UT
  • 2 days ago

Gather and negotiate the required guidelines and specifications for Engineering design requirements from the governing entities....

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Manager - Regulatory & Operations Support

  • Charlton, MA
  • 2 days ago
  • Charlton, MA
  • 2 days ago

Hiring Requirements: Bachelor's degree in relevant field or equivalent experience. 7+ years' experience in Water or Wastewater management, compliance, or environmental engineering. 3+ years of experience...

Air & Water Permitting Specialist

  • Louisville, KY
  • 2 days ago
  • Louisville, KY
  • 2 days ago

Our client is currently seeking a Air & Water Permitting Specialist BS in Environmental Science, Environmental Engineering, Health & Safety, or Industrial Hygiene is preferred Environmental experience...

Sr. Finance Regulatory Specialist

  • Saint Louis, MO
  • 4 days ago
  • Saint Louis, MO
  • 4 days ago

Ameren is a leader in the energy industry, and our transformation toward more clean, renewable energy is also transforming other industries and infrastructure in our communities....

Environmental Permitting Specialist

  • Mechanicsburg, PA
  • 4 days ago
  • Mechanicsburg, PA
  • 4 days ago

program and construction management....

Technical and Regulatory Specialist

  • Baytown, TX
  • 5 days ago
  • Baytown, TX
  • 5 days ago

It offers a full spectrum of water, waste, and energy management services, including water and wastewater treatment, commercial and hazardous waste collection and disposal, energy consulting and resource...

Permitting Manager

  • Austin, TX
  • 6 days ago
  • Austin, TX
  • 6 days ago

Permitting Manager Flock Safety - 3.1 Austin, TX Job Details Full-time $90,000 a year 10 hours ago Benefits Work from home stipend Stock options Paid parental leave Health savings account Paid...

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Env Compliance/Regulatory Spec

  • Topeka, KS
  • 6 days ago
  • Topeka, KS
  • 6 days ago

College course work in hydrology, geology, petroleum engineering or a related field may be substituted for experience at 6 months per year of college....

Local Permitting Manager

  • OR
  • 7 days ago
  • OR
  • 7 days ago

Gather and negotiate the required guidelines and specifications for Engineering design requirements from the governing entities....

Remote Work

Environmental and Permitting Manager

  • Binghamton, NY
  • 7 days ago
  • Binghamton, NY
  • 7 days ago

We are seeking a mid-level Environmental and Permitting Manager for gas and electric distribution, transmission, and substation utility projects. This position will be in our Environmental...

Sr. Specialist, Regulatory and Policy

  • Edmonton, AB
  • 11 days ago
  • Edmonton, AB
  • 11 days ago

Specialist, Regulatory & Policy to lead high-impact initiatives that protect and grow our power generation portfolio across Canada....

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Sr Manager - Regulatory Affairs

  • Houston, TX
  • 13 days ago
  • Houston, TX
  • 13 days ago

Are you interested in joining our team? Chat with our digital assistant to learn more about our company and apply right from your mobile device! Text ETP to 25000 to get started or apply through...

Environmental Regulatory Specialist

  • Fort Collins, CO
  • 13 days ago
  • Fort Collins, CO
  • 13 days ago

wastewater services....

Program Manager - Regulatory & Strategic Initiatives

  • Shakopee, MN
  • 13 days ago
  • Shakopee, MN
  • 13 days ago

For This Role, You Will Need: Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience in Engineering, Business, or related field 6+ years in project/program management, preferably in manufacturing, engineering,...

Environmental Compliance/Regulatory Specialist

  • Ellis, KS
  • 18 days ago
  • Ellis, KS
  • 18 days ago

College course work in hydrology, geology, petroleum engineering or a related field may be substituted for experience at 6 months per year of college....

Regulatory and Permitting Specialist Online Courses and Training Opportunities

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Licensing, Permitting, and Inspections with Public Sector Solutions
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Explore how data models enhance public sector efficiency in licensing, permitting, and inspections. Streamline your public management processes. This module includes the following lessons: Get...
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Our Maine electrical continuing education courses are approved by the state to satisfy your CE requirements (Our Maine Regulatory Licensing and Permitting Approval Number is: 130). Take the...

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Salary for Regulatory and Permitting Specialist Jobs Nationwide

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Highest Education Level

Regulatory and Permitting Specialists offer the following education background
Bachelor's Degree
38.6%
Master's Degree
26.4%
Vocational Degree or Certification
10.0%
Associate's Degree
9.3%
Doctorate Degree
8.6%
High School or GED
7.1%

Average Work Experience
Here's a breakdown of the number of years' experience offered by Regulatory and Permitting Specialists
2-4 years
42.6%
4-6 years
18.4%
None
13.4%
1-2 years
9.8%
8-10 years
5.0%
10+ years
4.9%
6-8 years
4.6%
Less than 1 year
1.3%


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