Permitting Specialist

The Mosaic Company; Tampa (FL); On-site; USD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) with company match

Paid vacation and sick leave

Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance

Tuition reimbursement

11 paid holidays

Job summary

A leading global agriculture firm is seeking a Mine Permitting Specialist to support mining permit applications and regulatory approvals. The role, based in Lithia, FL, requires a Bachelor's degree in Environmental Science or related fields, along with over one year of experience in mine permitting. Responsibilities include preparing permit documents, communicating with regulatory agencies, and conducting site inspections. The position offers competitive salary, benefits, and opportunities for professional growth.

Qualifications

• 1+ years of experience in mine and wetland permitting.
• Strong background in environmental policy and regulatory affairs is preferred.
• Demonstrated ability to adapt to changing environments and handle pressure.

Responsibilities

• Participates in permit application preparation and submission.
• Communicates with regulatory agencies to facilitate permit processing.
• Prepares reports required by county, state and federal agencies.

Skills

Microsoft Office

Relationship-building

Problem-solving

Analytical skills

Organizational skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Biology, Ecology, Environmental Policy, Environmental Science, or Environmental Engineering

Tools

GIS

Job description

The Mosaic Company (NYSE: MOS) is the world’s leading integrated producer of concentrated phosphate and potash—two of the three most important nutrients in agriculture. We employ more than 13,000 people in six countries to serve farmers all over the world. Our Headquarters is in Lithia, Florida with operations throughout North America (U.S./Canada) and South America.

Mine Permitting Specialist

The Mine Permitting Specialist will participate in the planning and preparation of mining permit applications, modifications, and annual reports for multiple regulatory agencies; conduct onsite regulatory inspections; and obtain other regulatory approvals to meet business objectives. Additional responsibilities include providing support to Ecology and Reclamation staff on reclaimed land and enhancement projects related to land use/habitat updates and adaptive management strategies for both reclamation and mitigation areas; supporting all aspects of permit modifications including conducting wetland delineations and habitat zonation; and coordinating and capturing changes to infrastructure requirements and permit timing needs.

Job Location

Mosaic – FishHawk Site, 13830 Circa Crossing Drive, Lithia, FL 33547

What You’ll Do

• Participates in permit application preparation and submission. Provides technical expertise in various assessments required by permitting projects.
• Communicates with regulatory agencies and municipalities as needed to facilitate processing of mine permits and related approvals. Attends meetings with regulatory agencies and public hearings as needed. Provides support and communications with other departments regarding permitting as needed.
• Researches new and stays current on rules and requirements of each regulatory agency and/or municipality to facilitate permit processing and expedite completion.
• Prepares reports as required by county, state and federal agencies.
• Performs miscellaneous permitting duties and projects as assigned.

What You’ll Need

• Bachelor’s degree required with a major in Biology, Ecology, Environmental Policy, Environmental Science, Environmental Engineering or similar.
• 1+ years of experience in mine and wetland permitting at the county, state and federal level and/or comparable regulatory, permitting or related experience required.
• Candidates with strong background in environmental policy, regulatory affairs and associated field work preferred.
• Prior project management experience is preferred.
• Must be proficient with Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook).
• Demonstrated relationship-building skills.
• Demonstrated problem-solving and analytical skills.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Ability to adapt to a continually changing business and work environment and work under pressure.
• Ability to resolve complex issues and handle multiple priorities.
• Ability to travel up to 10% of the time within Florida and potentially other U.S. locations.
• Must be authorized to work in the United States.
• Strong background in field of ecology data collection/assessments preferred.
• GIS experience and background preferred.
• A strong commitment to safety for yourself and others.
• Ability to occasionally perform work in hot and rugged field conditions.

What’s In It For You

• A competitive base salary + bonus incentives.
• 11 paid holidays each year.
• A generous 401(k) with a company match and annual company contributions.
• Paid sick leave.
• Paid vacation time.
• A robust benefits package which includes Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance, life & disability.
• Tuition reimbursement.