Flock Safety is the leading safety technology platform, helping communities thrive by taking a proactive approach to crime prevention and security. Our hardware and software suite connects cities, law enforcement, businesses, schools, and neighborhoods in a nationwide public-private safety network. Trusted by over 5,000 communities, 4,500 law enforcement agencies, and 1,000 businesses, Flock delivers real-time intelligence while prioritizing privacy and responsible innovation.
We’re a high-performance, low-ego team driven by urgency, collaboration, and bold thinking. Working at Flock means tackling big challenges, moving fast, and continuously improving. It’s intense but deeply rewarding for those who want to make an impact.
With nearly $700M in venture funding and a $7.5B valuation, we’re scaling intentionally and seeking top talent to help build the impossible. If you value teamwork, ownership, and solving tough problems, Flock could be the place for you.
The Opportunity
Flock Safety’s Permitting Team is a service organization dedicated to supporting Flock's customer delivery objectives by establishing a foundation for consistent and timely permitting deliverables. The Permitting Team plays a crucial role in the planning and delivery of Flock's suite of products through effective communication and coordination with cross-functional teams. They receive proper permissions from roadway jurisdictions nationwide for Flock's customers; ensuring seamless product installations at the right locations, with the right equipment, and within optimal timelines. The Permitting team upholds Flock's core value, "Do the Work," by expediting the implementation timeline and ensuring a smooth customer journey while providing Flock's innovative products to rapidly eliminate crime.
As a Permitting Associate, you will be responsible for supporting the Permitting Manager on all aspects of the permitting application process. You will collaborate with cross-functional teams such as the AutoCAD Team, Project Management Office (PMO), Deployment Specialists, and the Product Operations Team to expedite the permitting process and exceed customer expectations.
Coordinate the Permitting Support for 100+ projects with cross-functional teams to ensure timely delivery to permitting jurisdictions.
Manage unique permitting and product requirements to ensure customers receive proper permissions for installations across the country.
Demonstrate agility and innovative thinking to swiftly identify and implement creative solutions for various permitting challenges and obstacles.
Utilize data-driven approaches, leveraging performance dashboards and analytics to track and monitor project performance, making data-backed decisions and recommendations.
The Skillset
1-2 of experience in Permitting or Project Management
Strong interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams and build strong relationships.
Experience working in a fast-paced and high throughput role that has direct impact on a team’s performance.
Strong problem-solving and decision-making skills, with the ability to navigate complex situations and make sound judgments.
Excellent organizational and time management abilities, capable of prioritizing tasks, managing multiple projects simultaneously, and meeting deadlines.
Demonstrated leadership qualities, including the ability to motivate and inspire your team, foster a positive work culture, and drive performance excellence.
Driven individual ready to “do the work.”
Feeling uneasy that you haven’t ticked every box? That’s okay; we’ve felt that way too. Studies have shown women and minorities are less likely to apply unless they meet all qualifications. We encourage you to break the status quo and apply to roles that would make you excited to come to work every day.
90 Days at Flock
We are a results-oriented culture and believe job descriptions are a thing of the past. We prescribe to 90 day plans and believe that good days, lead to good weeks, which lead to good months. This serves as a preview of the 90 day plan you will receive if you were to be hired as a Permitting Associate at Flock Safety.
The First 30 Days
Proficient in Permitting processes and tools
Know where to find information pertinent to permitting our products
Able to answer basic questions about our products and installation process
Solid foundation for success in your role
The First 60 Days
Develop problem-solving skills to proactively identify issues and address challenges before they arise
Comprehensive understanding of the different types of permits commonly required and how to fill those out
Develop strong documentation management skills
90 Days & Beyond
Own assigned permitting portfolio end to end in all assigned regions from start to finish
Use data & metrics to set goals, track & report on performance and improvement
Salary & Equity
In this role, you’ll receive a starting salary of $70,000 as well as Flock Safety Stock Options. Base salary is determined by job-related experience, education/training, as well as market indicators. Your recruiter will discuss this in-depth with you during our first chat.
Location
We’re building the impossible, together. To drive innovation through in-person collaboration, we’re prioritizing candidates in our key hubs: Atlanta, Austin, Boston, Chicago, Denver, Los Angeles, New York City, and San Francisco. While we value the energy of our hub communities, we embrace remote work and welcome applications from exceptional talent across the United States.
The Perks
🌴Flexible PTO: We offer non-accrual PTO, plus 11 company holidays.
⚕️Fully-paid health benefits plan for employees: including Medical, Dental, and Vision and an HSA match.
👪Family Leave: All employees receive 12 weeks of 100% paid parental leave. Birthing parents are eligible for an additional 6-8 weeks of physical recovery time.
🍼Fertility & Family Benefits: We have partnered with Maven, a complete digital health benefit for starting and raising a family. Flock will provide a $50,000-lifetime maximum benefit related to eligible adoption, surrogacy, or fertility expenses.
🧠Spring Health: Spring Health offers a variety of mental health benefits, including therapy, coaching, medication management, a1nd digital tools, all tailored to each individual's needs.
💖Caregiver Support: We have partnered with Cariloop to provide our employees with caregiver support.
💸Carta Tax Advisor: Employees receive 1:1 sessions with Equity Tax Advisors who can address individual grants, model tax scenarios, and answer general questions.
💚ERGs: We want all employees to thrive and feel like they belong at Flock. We offer four ERGs today - Women of Flock, Flock Proud, LEOs and Melanin Motion. If you are interested in talking to a representative from one of these, please let your recruiter know.
💻WFH Stipend: $150 per month to cover the costs of working from home.
📚Productivity Stipend: $300 per year to use on Audible, Calm, Masterclass, Duolingo and so much more.
🏠Home Office Stipend: A one-time $750 to help you create your dream office.
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