WGL - Sr. Public Space Permitting Compliance Specialist​/Team Lead

Responsibilities

• Serve as a subject matter expert on agency requirements for utility construction related permitting and restoration, with an in‑depth understanding of relevant permit requirements, codes, and regulations pertaining to utility work in the public space.
• Develop and maintain centralized standards, policies, and procedures as they relate to utility permit applications, field compliance, and permit closure.
• Develop and maintain a quality assurance and control framework to assure permit requests meet agency guidelines and requirements.
• Develop and maintain training and educational materials for use with both internal and external parties as they relate to permit requirements for utility construction.
• Coordinate and maintain consistent communication and engagement with local permitting agencies, with responsibility of permitting and inspecting gas utility work in order to improve collaboration, reduce rework, and achieve mutually beneficial outcomes related to maintaining compliance with public space requirements.
• Investigate feedback or complaints from jurisdictions and resolve any compliance or quality issues in a timely manner by coordinating with internal stakeholders.
• Coordinate or perform root‑cause assessment of any issues and seek continuous improvement of utility processes.
• Document and maintain records of jurisdictional requirement changes over time, including impact and mitigation strategy.
• Coordinate closely with leadership, government relations, public policy, and legal.

• Bachelor's Degree preferred; high school diploma or GED required.
• At least seven (7) years of applicable experience, ideally permitting, utility construction, or roadway restoration.
• Strong communication, interpersonal, and analytical skills.
• Working knowledge of permitting, utility construction, or roadway restoration is preferred.
• Experience with public space permitting authorities is preferred.
• Demonstrated expertise related to utility construction in the public space is preferred.
• Ability to review and understand construction drawings as they relate to compliance with jurisdictional requirements for permitting and restoration.
• Valid driver’s license to travel within the Washington Gas service territory.
• Ability to establish rapport and maintain effective working relationships with outside agencies, supervisors, and peers.
• Ability to present ideas logically and concisely to diverse audiences, both verbally and in writing.
• Proven ability to use computer software and applications, including Microsoft Office, to share, retrieve, research, and present business information.

We offer a competitive salary range of $92,400 to $132,750 per year, commensurate with experience, education, and skills. In addition, we provide a comprehensive benefits package including health insurance, retirement plans, and paid time off.

The Company values diversity in its workforce and encourages United States military veterans and service members who meet the qualifications to apply.

We seek to welcome applicants from all backgrounds: race, ethnicity, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, marital status, religious or philosophical beliefs, disability status, citizenship status, and veteran status are not considered adverse qualifications.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to the aforementioned characteristics.

All hiring decisions are made in a nondiscriminatory manner in compliance with federal, state, and local laws.