OSP Permitting Specialist

Title: OSP Permitting Specialist Department: Outside Plant (OSP) Reports To: Director, OSP Project Execution Location: Remote POSITION SUMMARY The OSP Permitting Specialist supports the successful delivery of FTTH infrastructure projects. The ideal candidate has experience supporting OSP fiber projects, coordinating with municipalities and regulatory agencies, and managing permit workflows across multiple concurrent projects. This individual will work closely with both internal and external engineering resources, reviewing permit packages for completeness and accuracy before submission and proactively driving approvals to support project delivery timelines. RESPONSIBILITIES Permitting Coordination Manage permit applications from submission through approval across multiple jurisdictions. Review permit packages prepared by internal and external engineering resources for completeness and submission readiness. Coordinate permit revisions, agency comments, and resubmissions. Track permitting risks and escalate issues that could impact project schedules. Maintain visibility into permit status, approval timelines, and key dependencies. Engineering Coordination Serve as the primary permitting liaison to engineering resources preparing permit packages. Coordinate agency requirements and permit revisions with engineering partners. Review basic OSP layouts, route maps, and construction documentation to support permit submissions. Ensure permit packages meet jurisdictional requirements prior to submission. Jurisdiction Coordination Build productive relationships with municipalities, utility providers, and permitting agencies. Research jurisdiction-specific permitting requirements and processes. Participate in agency meetings and coordination calls as needed. Assist project teams in understanding permit requirements and approval conditions. CORE COMPETENCIES There are several competencies required to be successful in this position. The following are some of the most important and definitions of each are included at the end of this job posting: Safety and Security , Quality of work , and Results-Orientation . REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS 3-6 years of experience in OSP permitting, telecom/fiber permitting, utility coordination, construction administration, or infrastructure project coordination. Prior experience supporting permitting activities in California and/or Oregon preferred; California permitting experience is strongly valued. Basic understanding of OSP fiber design layouts, construction drawings, route maps, and permit exhibits. Experience reviewing permit documentation for completeness, accuracy, and submission readiness. Experience working with municipality permitting portals, local agencies, and jurisdictional submission processes. Strong communication, coordination, follow-up, and relationship management skills. Ability to manage multiple permit applications, deadlines, jurisdictions, and project priorities simultaneously. Ability to research local requirements and develop a working understanding of applicable jurisdictional laws, ordinances, and permitting processes. Proficiency in Microsoft Office, Excel, document management, and permit tracking. Ability to adapt to new project management, permitting, and workflow software platforms. PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS Experience coordinating with external engineering firms or permitting consultants. Familiarity with FTTH deployment, OSP construction sequencing, right-of-way permitting, encroachment permits, traffic control permits, or utility coordination. Experience supporting broadband, telecom, utility, or grant-funded infrastructure projects. Comfort working in a fast-paced project environment with multiple internal and external stakeholders. JOB DETAILS AND PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS This role requires occasional travel up to 10% of the time for activities such as agency meetings, municipal coordination, training, field validation, or project support. Must be authorized to work in the United States. This is a Staff position. This is an Exempt position. This is a Full-Time position. This is a Remote position. The schedule for this position is Monday through Friday during standard business hours (with the need to be flexible for collaboration with internal teams, engineering partners, and permitting agencies across multiple time zones). This position requires the ability to manage multiple permit applications, project priorities, and stakeholder relationships simultaneously. This position requires the ability to communicate effectively with municipalities, utility providers, regulatory agencies, engineering teams, and other project stakeholders. This position requires the ability to review permit applications, engineering drawings, route maps, construction plans, and other technical documentation. This position requires the ability to work at a desk for extended periods of time using a computer, telephone, and other office equipment. This position requires the ability to perform fine motor tasks, such as typing, data entry, and using a mouse, for extended periods of time. This position may occasionally require lifting and carrying files, plans, and office materials weighing up to 20 pounds. COMPENSATION, BENEFITS AND ADDITIONAL INFORMATION The anticipated hourly range for this position is $80,000 - $90,000 annually. Final compensation will be determined based on factors such as the candidate's experience, skills, and internal equity. 4 Medical plans with employer contributions for employees and dependents Dental and Vision insurance Life Insurance and AD&D Voluntary Life Insurance Disability Insurance 401(k) retirement plan + employer match 15 PTO days, 9 paid holidays + 2 floating holidays ABOUT VERO Vero Broadband was formed to fill a need in unserviceable and underserved communities where access to affordable, reliable broadband simply does not exist. Our goal is to bring the highest quality fiber optic-based broadband services to these communities. In addition, Vero strives to enhance communities by becoming an active partner in these communities by adding jobs, supporting local causes, and helping improve the connectivity of schools and rural healthcare as well. NOTICES Vero participates in E-Verify. Vero will provide the Social Security Administration (SSA) and, if necessary, the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) with information from each new employee’s Form I-9 to confirm work authorization. For more information about E-Verify, please visit: www.e-verify.gov This position requires the ability to pass a standard background check upon offer of position. At least 2 professional references are required. CORE COMPETENCY DEFINITIONS Safety and Security: Employees with a competency of safety and security are able to observe safety and security procedures, report potentially unsafe conditions and use equipment and materials properly. At intermediate levels that can determine appropriate action beyond guidelines. At higher levels of competency, employees make proactive suggestions to improve safety and security within their department or across the organization. Quality of work: Employees with high quality of work demonstrate accuracy and thoroughness in their work product. They look for ways to improve and promote quality and can apply feedback to improve performance. A stronger employee will monitor their own work to ensure quality. Results-oriented: Employees who are results-oriented focus on achieving results for the organization or team. Most employees routinely achieve their goals and gradually move on to more challenging tasks. More results-oriented employees go beyond that baseline to deliver exceptional value in their daily work. Vero Fiber