Permitting Coordinator

Purpose of Position

The Permitting Coordinator is responsible for coordinating, managing, and executing all permitting activities required for Inland Power’s electric distribution, transmission, and substation projects. This position serves as the primary point of contact between Inland Power and various permitting authorities, including county and municipal departments, state agencies, railroads, and federal agencies.

The Permitting Coordinator works closely with Inland Power Engineers, Designers, Real Estate Specialists, Operations staff, and external stakeholders. This position ensures project readiness from a permitting standpoint, that instructions pertinent to the permit are communicated clearly to construction personnel, and that post‑construction remedial work is executed if necessary.

• 1. Quality Work :
  Produce thorough, high-quality work with minimal errors. Seek feedback, make corrections as needed. Identify problems and solve them. Strive to improve processes. Work collaboratively with co‑workers to implement systematic changes.
• 2. Productivity :
  Complete assigned work in a timely fashion. Utilize slow periods productively. Produce amount and volume at expected speed.
• 3. Technical Skills/Job Knowledge :
  Demonstrate an appropriate level of understanding of technical skills in area of expertise, technology, products, and/or processes involved. Duly perform assigned duties. Keep current on federal, state and local regulatory changes and be competent with all technology necessary to perform job.
• 4. Communication :
  Clearly convey oral and written communication. Keep others informed of activities and problems in timely manner. Listen well; respond appropriately and respectfully.
• 5. Teamwork/Ability to Work with Others :
  Demonstrate the ability to work in a positive manner with co‑workers and/or members with differing backgrounds, opinions, capabilities, etc. Willingly share skills, competencies, and knowledge with others. Establish and maintain strong, effective working relationships. Contribute effectively to group efforts. Promote harmony; agree to disagree without damaging relationships.
• 6. Accountability :
  Maintain excellent attendance and provide additional assistance after normal working hours when needed. Be reliable, prepared and accept responsibility for work and actions.
• 7. Integrity :
  Demonstrate honesty, high ethical standards, and respect for all co‑workers and membership.
• 8. Professionalism :
  Address internal and external members with courtesy and respect. Dress in work attire appropriate to the position. Communicate business information in a timely fashion, using means of communication appropriate to the situation.
• 9. Support of Cooperative Goals :
  Support cooperative goals and adhere to all policies and procedures. Contribute effectively in support of the cooperative.
• 10. Problem-Solving :
  Use sound logic and methodology to solve problems. Explore multiple sources for answers, as required. Be able to identify hidden problems and propose solutions.