Permitting and Right of Way Representative

Title: Permitting & Right of Way Representative

Location: Ramsey United States

Job Description:

We're hiring a Permitting & Right of Way Representative, to join the team at Connexus Energy. This position will initiate and administer permits through the lifecycle of construction projects to ensure compliance with right-of-way ordinances. Act as liaison between Connexus Energy and permitting agencies. Be point of contact related to existing Joint Use agreements, ensuring all processes are followed, documents are scanned, and communications logged to the work order. Support the Design team with communications and documentation administration for backlot conversion projects.

Location:

Work for this position can be performed both on-site at our campus located at 14601 Ramsey Blvd, Ramsey, MN 55303, and from your local home office as duties require. While this position is designated as a hybrid role, based on current policy, hires must reside in or relocate within commuting distance to our office in Ramsey, MN.

Compensation:

Anticipated hiring pay is between $25.38 to $33.32 per hour. The final compensation offered is based on the selected candidate's qualifications, experience and skill level. In addition, this position is eligible for an annual bonus with a target payout of 5% based on company performance.

In this position you will:

• Initiate and administer right-of-way permits to gain access to the right-of-way for construction and maintenance within the distribution system. This includes preparing permit requests, tracking permit status in the Work Application Management System (WAMS), and managing permits through the lifecycle of a project.
• Ensure compliance with joint use attachment contracts.
• Ensure compliance with local government entities' right-of-way ordinances and permitting requirements to facilitate work in the public right-of-way.
• Support the communication for backlot line conversation projects.

Need to have:

• High school diploma or equivalent
• Two years of customer service experience
• Ability to read and interpret maps, both paper and digital
• Knowledge of construction environment

Nice to have:

• One or more years of Right of Way experience
• International Right of Way Association Certification
• Formal Right of Way Training

Pre-Employment Requirement: Employment is contingent upon successfully completing a pre-employment background check and drug screen

Based in Ramsey, Connexus Energy is Minnesota's largest electric cooperative, providing electricity, renewable energy alternatives and related services to 147,000+ residential and commercial members just north of the Twin Cities. We offer a collaborative work environment with challenging and rewarding work, which provides for professional development and work-life balance in a highly technical, stable and innovative industry. We give back to the communities we have served for more than 80 years by embracing opportunities to volunteer, donate and support economic development. Our talented and friendly staff focuses on achieving our mission of powering our members and communities toward a smarter energy future with a passionate focus on affordability, innovation, safety, and grid reliability. Fast Company named Connexus to its prestigious list of 2024's Most Innovative Companies.

Connexus Energy's benefits package includes medical/dental/vision insurance, health savings account with an employer contribution, flexible spending accounts, 401(k) plan with generous company matching and non-matching contributions and independent investment advisory services, accrued PTO, holiday pay, wellness days, tuition reimbursement, recognition program, employee referral program, charitable giving and employee activities. Company paid life insurance, short-term disability, and long-term disability is also provided.

Equal Opportunity Employer:

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to disability status, veteran status, or other legally protected status.