Permitting Specialist

About Jerritt Canyon The Jerritt Canyon deposit was discovered in 1972, and the first gold production from the property occurred in 1981. The Jerritt Canyon property contains 30,821 hectares of mining claims located in the mining-friendly state of Nevada. First Majestic acquired the Jerritt Canyon Gold Mine from Sprott Mining Inc. on April 30, 2021. In May 2023, operations were suspended to prioritize exploration and technical studies. Jerritt Canyon is now entering a new phase of evaluation and planning, requiring substantial technical support to advance the work necessary for a potential future restart of operations. The Opportunity Jerritt Canyon is seeking an Environmental Permitting Specialist to drive the development of permitting strategies that support the site's long-term technical and operational plans. The successful candidate will lead the coordination and execution of permitting activities, manage external consultants to ensure timely and high-quality deliverables, and guide the integration of permitting requirements into exploration, geology, and engineering workflows. This role is highly collaborative and strategic, requiring strong communication skills and the ability to navigate complex regulatory frameworks to advance Jerritt Canyon's future project and operational objectives. Responsibilities Develop and implement permitting strategies that support long-term technical studies and future operational planning. Lead and coordinate all environmental permitting activities, ensuring alignment with regulatory requirements and project timelines. Manage external consultants, including scoping, budgeting, scheduling, and reviewing technical deliverables. Collaborate closely with geology and engineering teams to integrate permitting requirements into exploration programs, technical studies, and project designs. Prepare, review, and submit permit applications, modifications, and renewals. Monitor regulatory changes and assess potential impacts on site plans and permitting strategies. Maintain proactive communication with state and federal regulatory agencies. Support internal teams with permitting guidance, planning, and problem-solving. Track and report on permitting progress, risks, and mitigation strategies to project and leadership teams. Ensure high-quality documentation, data management, and compliance across all permitting activities. The above duties and responsibilities are representative of the nature and level of work assigned and are not necessarily all-inclusive. Education and Experience Bachelor's degree in environmental science, environmental engineering, biology, geology, or a related field required. Proven experience leading large and complex environmental permitting projects. Prior permitting experience in Nevada is strongly Familiarity with the U.S. Forest Service NEPA process is preferred. Excellent written and verbal communication skills are required. EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY The Company is an equal employment opportunity employer committed to providing employment opportunities to employees and applicants in accordance with all applicable laws. #J-18808-Ljbffr Jerritt Canyon