Renewable Energy Permitting Specialist

ADP, Inc.; BLOOMINGTON (MN); On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

Dental benefits

401(k) benefits

Disability benefits

Job summary

Geronimo Power is seeking a Permitting Specialist to manage land-use, environmental, and construction permits for utility-scale solar, wind, and energy storage projects in Bloomington, MN. You will coordinate with agencies, prepare applications, and ensure compliance across NEPA and state/local requirements.

The role requires a BA/BS in environmental studies, 2–5 years of permitting experience, strong communication skills, and willingness to travel up to 25%.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in environmental studies or related field.
• 2–5 years of environmental permitting experience.
• Familiarity with NEPA, USACE, USFWS, SHPO and state Public Utility Commissions.
• Knowledge of zoning, variances, and annexation processes.
• Excellent public speaking and strong written/verbal communication.

Responsibilities

• Lead land-use and environmental permitting processes for utility-scale projects.
• Prepare and manage permit applications for conditional use, zoning changes, and annexations.
• Represent Geronimo Power at meetings, hearings, and public events.
• Coordinate with consultants for environmental surveys and studies.
• Track permit tasks, budgets, and project timelines.
• Support project planning and financing through permit compliance.

Skills

Environmental permitting

Public speaking

Communication skills

Multi-tasking

Travel up to 25%

Problem solving

Education

Bachelor's degree in environmental studies or related field

Tools

ESRI ArcMap

Google Earth Pro

Microsoft Office

Job description

Geronimo Power is seeking a Permitting Specialist to manage land-use, environmental, and construction permits for utility-scale solar, wind, and energy storage projects in Bloomington, MN. You will coordinate with agencies, prepare applications, and ensure compliance across NEPA and state/local requirements.

The role requires a BA/BS in environmental studies, 2–5 years of permitting experience, strong communication skills, and willingness to travel up to 25%.