Sr. Manager, Permitting & Licensing

Bass Pro Shops; Springfield (MO); On-site; USD 110,000 - 140,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical

Dental

Vision

401k Retirement Savings

Paid holidays

Paid vacation

Job summary

Bass Pro Shops is seeking a Senior Manager, Permitting & Licensing to lead licensing, permits, and regulatory compliance across multiple jurisdictions. You will drive license renewals, coordinate with ABC and health authorities, and guide permitting for openings, remodels, and expansions.

This role requires strong project management, regulatory analysis, and cross-functional collaboration with Legal, Real Estate, and Operations to ensure compliant business execution.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree required or equivalent experience in a related field.
• 5+ years of experience in permitting licensing, regulatory compliance, legal operations, or related functions.
• Experience managing liquor licensing, food service licensing, manufacturing-related permits, and business licensing across jurisdictions.
• Strong knowledge of federal, state, and local regulatory frameworks affecting retail, restaurant, and manufacturing operations.
• Ability to manage complex projects and regulatory requirements independently.

Responsibilities

• Oversee full lifecycle of licenses, permits, registrations, and regulatory approvals for diverse operations.
• Coordinate with ABC agencies and local licensing authorities for liquor licensing.
• Manage food establishment permits and health dept licenses; support inspections and regulatory reviews.
• Coordinate permitting for openings, remodels, relocations, and capital projects.
• Serve as liaison with regulatory agencies and collaborate with Legal for risk assessments and investigations.

Skills

Regulatory Compliance

Licensing & Permitting Administration

Liquor Licensing

Food Service Compliance

Risk Assessment

Project Management

Legal & Regulatory Analysis

Government Agency Relations

Cross-Functional Collaboration

Attention to Detail

Communication & Influence

Process Improvement

Education

Bachelor’s degree in business administration, Legal Studies, Public Administration, Hospitality Management, Real Estate, Construction Management, or a related field

Job description

## Sr. Manager, Permitting & LicensingApplylocations: Springfield, MO (Bass Pro Shops Base Camp)time type: Full timeposted on: Posted Todaytime left to apply: End Date: October 8, 2026 (30+ days left to apply)job requisition id: R259026***POSITION SUMMARY:***The Senior Manager, Permitting & Licensing oversees the acquisition, renewal, maintenance, and compliance of licenses, permits, registrations, and regulatory approvals required to support the Company's retail, restaurant, hospitality, manufacturing, and related business operations. Reporting to the Legal Department, this individual contributor role serves as the primary subject matter expert for permitting and licensing compliance across multiple jurisdictions.This position partners closely with Legal, Real Estate, Construction, Facilities, Restaurant Operations, Store Operations, Manufacturing Operations, Risk Management, Finance, and external regulatory agencies to support new store openings, remodels, operational changes, acquisitions, and ongoing business activities.***ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:*****Licensing & Regulatory Compliance*** Manage the full lifecycle of business licenses, permits, registrations, and regulatory approvals for retail, restaurant, hospitality, manufacturing, and support operations.* Ensure timely renewal and maintenance of all required licenses and permits to support uninterrupted business operations.* Monitor and interpret federal, state, and local licensing and permitting requirements and communicate related obligations to business partners.* Maintain centralized licensing records, compliance documentation, and regulatory correspondence.* Conduct periodic compliance reviews and audits to identify and mitigate regulatory risks.* Develop and implement standardized licensing and permitting processes and controls.**Liquor Licensing Administration*** Manage all alcoholic beverage licensing activities, including applications, renewals, transfers, ownership changes, and location modifications.* Coordinate with Alcohol Beverage Control (ABC) agencies and local licensing authorities.* Track compliance deadlines, reporting requirements, and license restrictions.* Partner with restaurant and operational leaders to ensure compliance with alcohol-related regulations and licensing requirements.* Support investigations, audits, inspections, and regulatory inquiries related to alcohol licensing.**Food Service & Restaurant Licensing*** Manage food establishment permits, health department licenses, food service certifications, and related regulatory approvals.* Coordinate licensing and permitting activities for new restaurant openings, remodels, and operational changes.* Support health department inspections and regulatory reviews.* Partner with restaurant operations and food safety teams to ensure ongoing regulatory compliance.* Maintain awareness of regulatory developments affecting food service and restaurant operations.**Permitting & Development Support*** Coordinate permitting activities associated with new openings, relocations, remodels, restaurant expansions, manufacturing projects, and capital projects.* Manage applications and approvals for building permits, occupancy permits, signage permits, fire department approvals, manufacturing-related permits, and other operational permits.* Track permitting status and proactively address issues that may impact project timelines.* Serve as a key stakeholder throughout the development process to identify and resolve permitting requirements.**Legal & Regulatory Risk Management*** Serve as the primary liaison between the Company and regulatory agencies regarding permitting and licensing matters.* Partner with Legal to evaluate regulatory requirements, mitigate compliance risks, and support regulatory investigations or disputes.* Track legislative and regulatory developments impacting licensing and permitting obligations.* Prepare reports, compliance summaries, and risk assessments for Legal and business leadership.* Assist with due diligence activities related to acquisitions, new business initiatives, and operational expansions.* ALL OTHER DUTIES AS ASSIGNED***EXPERIENCE/QUALIFICATIONS:**** Bachelor’s degree in business administration, Legal Studies, Public Administration, Hospitality Management, Real Estate, Construction Management, or a related field.* 5+ years of experience in permitting licensing, regulatory compliance, legal operations, or related functions.* Experience managing liquor licensing, food service licensing, manufacturing-related permits, and business licensing requirements across multiple jurisdictions.* Strong knowledge of federal, state, and local regulatory frameworks affecting retail, restaurant, and manufacturing operations.* Demonstrated ability to manage complex projects and regulatory requirements independently.* Strong analytical, organizational, communication, and problem-solving skills.***KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITY:**** Regulatory Compliance* Licensing & Permitting Administration* Liquor Licensing Expertise* Food Service & Health Department Compliance* Risk Assessment & Mitigation* Project Management* Legal & Regulatory Analysis* Government Agency Relations* Cross-Functional Collaboration* Attention to Detail* Communication & Influence* Process Improvement***TRAVEL REQUIREMENTS:**** 10%***PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:***Regularly sits and works on a computer.Occasionally stands and walks.Seldom/never lifts up to 50 lbs.***INDEPENDENT JUDGEMENT***:Develops objectives and general policies and procedures for a specific program or functional area of responsibility within general scope of established operational goals and plans. Day-to-day work and decisions do not require direction or review by immediate supervisor. End results are reviewed by supervisor.**Full Time Benefits Summary:** Enjoy discounts on retail merchandise, our restaurants, world-class resorts and conservation attractions!* Medical* Dental* Vision* Health Savings Account* Flexible Spending Account* Voluntary benefits* 401k Retirement Savings* Paid holidays* Paid vacation* Paid sick time* Bass Pro Cares Fund* And more!Bass Pro Shops is an equal opportunity employer. Hiring decisions are administered without regard to race, color, creed, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, disability, veteran status, genetic information, or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state or local law.*Reasonable Accommodations*Qualified individuals with known disabilities may be entitled to reasonable accommodation under the Americans with Disabilities Act and certain state or local laws. If you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application process, please visit your nearest location or contact us at [e-mail].