Job Description

The Opportunity:

A Fortune 500 telecommunications company seeks a Senior Network Permitting Specialist for a long-term, temporary basis for at least twelve months, possibly longer in Chandler, AZ. The schedule is hybrid, Monday and Friday are WFH and in-office days are Tuesday through Thursday. The hourly rate is $40 - $50, plus benefits.

Primary Duties:

The Senior Network Permitting Specialist will be responsible for securing necessary permits, negotiating access agreements, and ensuring compliance with local government regulations. The Senior Network Permitting Specialist ​will have significant experience in network development, right-of-way access, and navigating governmental processes to ensure projects are delivered on time and within budget. Additional duties include the following:

• Oversee the submission and acquisition of permits and agreements required for the installation of the company's network infrastructure.
• Act as the primary representative of the company's at public hearings, local agency meetings, and with city councils.
• Collaborate with jurisdictional staff to interpret and navigate laws, codes, and ordinances, leveraging regulatory status to drive project deployment.
• Negotiate and secure right-of-way access agreements for public and private properties.
• Work closely with internal teams to ensure projects progress on schedule and budget, resolving issues as they arise.
• Maintain accurate records of project progress, including data entry into project tracking systems.
• Serve as the primary contact for both internal teams and external stakeholders regarding permitting tasks and deliverables.
• Attend deployment meetings, addressing conflicts or challenges related to network entitlement and permit tasks.
• Manage resident complaints, escalating concerns as needed to the Network Operations Center.
• Lead the permitting function for assigned projects, ensuring adherence to timelines, accuracy in reporting, and project forecasting.

Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent work experience required.
• JD orlegal background preferred, but not required.
• Minimum of five (5) years of experience in wireless services, site acquisition, governmental affairs, or planning/zoning roles. Comparable experience in related industries or military service will also be considered.
• Strong experience in public speaking, particularly with governmental and regulatory bodies.
• Expertise in preparing permit applications, construction documents, and network infrastructure planning.
• Knowledge of Public Utility Codes, the Telecommunications Act, and local ordinances related to telecommunications network deployment.
• Experience in working with cross-functional teams to achieve project goals.
• Previous experience with deploying distributed telecommunications networks in public spaces is preferred.
• Up to 30% travel required, including occasional day and overnight trips.

The Partnership – Benefits:

• ABA-MEC Medical Benefit
• PEP 401k
• Paid Time Off
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP), Working Advantage (Discounts), and Financial Wellness Program (FinFit)

Frink-Hamlett Legal Solutions is an equal employment opportunity employer and all applicants will receive consideration for employment without discrimination based on race, color, creed, national origin, sex, age, disability, marital status, sexual orientation or citizenship status.

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