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This individual prepares permit application packages required by local governments and ... This has the flexibility of being a remote position * This position will require 15% travel ...

Prepare, submit, track, and monitor accurate permit packages with local, state, and federal ... This role will begin as a remote (work-from-home) position and will transition to a full-time, in ...

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Wetlands Permitting Specialist

San Francisco, CA ยท On-site +1

$28.84 - $48.07/hr

Description OMS Consulting Services, LLC is hiring wetlands permitting specialists. This is a ... CEQA and NEPA document preparation; and environmental permit support. Location: Remote in ...

Prepare, submit, track, and monitor accurate permit packages with local, state, and federal ... This role will begin as a remote (work-from-home) position and will transition to a full-time, in ...

This individual prepares permit application packages required by local governments and ... This has the flexibility of being a remote position * This position will require 15% travel ...

This individual prepares permit application packages required by local governments and ... This has the flexibility of being a remote position * This position will require 15% travel ...

Prepare, submit, track, and monitor accurate permit packages with local, state, and federal ... This role will begin as a remote (work-from-home) position and will transition to a full-time, in ...

Prepare, submit, track, and monitor accurate permit packages with local, state, and federal ... This role will begin as a remote (work-from-home) position and will transition to a full-time, in ...

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How much do remote permit specialist jobs pay per hour?

As of Aug 6, 2026, the average hourly pay for remote permit specialist in the United States is $27.64, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $20.43 and $34.62 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What are the common challenges faced by remote permit specialists, and how can they be managed effectively?

Remote Permit Specialists often encounter challenges such as navigating varying local regulations, managing communication across different time zones, and ensuring all necessary documentation is accurate and submitted on time. To manage these effectively, it's important to stay organized with digital tracking tools, proactively communicate with both internal teams and external agencies, and stay updated on regulatory changes. Building strong relationships with permitting authorities and leveraging collaborative platforms can also streamline the process and reduce delays.

What is a remote permit specialist?

Remote Permit Specialists are professionals who help individuals or businesses obtain necessary permits and approvals from government or regulatory agencies, often working from a remote location. They manage the application process, ensure compliance with local, state, and federal regulations, and communicate with relevant authorities on behalf of their clients. Their work may involve researching permit requirements, preparing documentation, and tracking application statuses to ensure timely approvals.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a remote permit specialist, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Remote Permit Specialist, you need strong organizational skills, familiarity with permitting processes, and attention to detail, often supported by experience in construction, zoning, or regulatory compliance. Proficiency with permit management software, online application systems, and document management tools is typically required. Excellent communication, problem-solving, and time management abilities help you collaborate with stakeholders and handle complex regulations efficiently. These skills ensure timely and accurate permit approvals, helping organizations avoid delays and maintain regulatory compliance.
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Wetlands Permitting Specialist

OMS Consulting Services, LLC

Santa Maria, CA โ€ข Remote

$28.84 - $48.07/hr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Posted 23 days ago


Job description

OMS Consulting Services, LLC is hiring wetlands permitting specialists.  This is a full-time position.  Some overtime and weekend work may be required.   Successful candidates will have 3 to 10 years of experience with wetlands assessment and analysis and California Department of Fish and Wildlife (CDFW) 1602 Streambed regulations, Clean Water Act 401 certifications, and Army Corps of Engineers (ACOE) Nationwide permits and/or 404 Individual permits.  Prior experience with gas and/or electric utilities and conducting wetlands delineations is desirable. Applicants should also have experience that includes a combination of most or all of the following: performing biological baseline or pre-construction surveys, biological monitoring, post-construction mitigation monitoring and reporting; CEQA and NEPA document preparation; and environmental permit support. 
Location: Remote in California
Essential Functions:
  • Wetlands impact analysis
  • Assessment of potential project impacts
  • Review of wetlands assessments/delineation reports
  • Permit application development oversight and review
  • Project tracking and reporting

Qualifications:
  • At least 3-years prior experience and demonstrable proficiency conducting wetlands analysis, permitting, and compliance activities.
  • 4-year degree in biology, natural resources, or related field.
  • Familiarity with wetland indicators and state/federal permitting requirements.
  • Strong written and verbal communication skills.
  • Strong interpersonal skills, ability to resolve problems and to work with stakeholders.
  • Competence with laptops, tablets, smartphones, and Microsoft Office.
  • Ability to travel, work outdoors in inclement weather, and travel thorough rough terrain in mountainous areas.
  • Ability to work occasional overtime and weekends.
  • Required to maintain a Class C driver’s license, including participating in Employer Pull Notice Program (EPN), with DMV.
  • Conduct a background check, clear drug screening, and physical exam.

Working Conditions: 
Environmental Factors - Indoor and outdoor conditions; exposure to heat, cold, potentially hazardous chemicals, toxic materials; work on/walk on slippery or uneven and potentially mountainous terrain. Noise level is usually moderate. Physical Demands - The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to use hands to finger, handle, or feel objects, tools, or controls. The employee frequently is required to stoop, bend, kneel, crouch, talk, hear, stand, walk for extended periods of time, walk long distances, sit during extended periods of time, and reach with hands and arms. The employee must occasionally lift, push, pull, and/or move up to 25 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.  Ability to perform tasks during a typical 8+ hour workday.
 

Job Type: Full-time

Benefits:

  • 401(k)
  • Dental insurance
  • Employee assistance program
  • Employee discount
  • Flexible spending account
  • Health insurance
  • Health savings account
  • Life insurance
  • Paid time off
  • Referral program
  • Vision insurance