Permitting Assistant - Minnehaha Creek Watershed District

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What You Will Be Doing – The Job: Process and review permit applications for compliance with District rules and assist in issuing permits. Assist Permit Technicians with Wetland Conservation Act decision drafting and field-reviews as needed. Conduct field inspections of permitted and non-permitted active construction sites in order to document compliance; provides prompt follow-up with property owners and construction site managers to promote corrective actions in a timely fashion and protect natural resources from degradation. Maintain and update the permitting database to manage permit documentation, review timelines, track inspections, and monitor fees. Represent the District and maintain ongoing and positive working relationships with cities and townships; state and local agencies; federal, state, regional, and local governments, the development community, and the public.