Compliance & Permitting Specialist, AirGarage
$60-80k
+ Offers Equity
Parking management solution
Be an early applicant
Parking management solution
21-100 employees
Be an early applicant
$60-80k
+ Offers Equity
21-100 employees
Company mission
To rethink the 30% of downtown city real estate dedicated to parking.
Role
Who you are
- 2+ years of experience in a compliance, permitting, or regulatory role, preferably in commercial real estate or a related industry (but not required)
- Exceptional organizational skills and attention to detail
- Experience navigating government processes, such as applying for permits or licenses, is highly preferred
- Familiarity with tax compliance (e.g., sales tax, business taxes) is a plus
What the job involves
- The Compliance and Permitting Specialist is a new role at AirGarage and will be responsible for researching, applying for, and maintaining all necessary permits and licenses in each city and state where we operate one of our 300+ parking facilities
- This position requires exceptional attention to detail, strong organizational skills, and a proactive approach to navigating complex and often unclear regulatory processes
- The ideal candidate is a problem-solver who is comfortable conducting research, but also comfortable making phone calls to regulatory officials and traveling to cities across the USA as needed to secure permits and resolve compliance issues
- Research and identify all required permits, licenses, and registrations for new parking facilities in the cities and states AirGarage operates
- Prepare and submit applications for permits and licenses, ensuring all documentation is accurate and submitted on time
- Follow up with local government agencies to track application status and resolve any issues or discrepancies
- Travel to cities as needed to meet with regulatory officials, attend hearings, or complete in-person requirements for permitting processes
- Work closely with our regional and central operations teams to ensure we are aware of regulatory changes that may impact our business
- Maintain a detailed database of all permits and licenses, including expiration dates, renewal requirements, and associated fees
- Proactively manage permit renewals to ensure uninterrupted compliance, submitting renewal applications well in advance of expiration dates
- Monitor changes in local and state regulations that may impact permitting or licensing requirements and adjust processes accordingly
- Work closely with the finance team to ensure compliance with all relevant tax obligations, including sales tax, business & occupation (B&O) tax, and specialized taxes like commercial parking taxes
- Research tax requirements in each jurisdiction and ensure proper registration, filing, and payment schedules are maintained
- Conduct in-depth research into local permitting and tax regulations, often navigating unclear or complex processes
- Communicate directly with city and state officials via phone, email, or in-person visits to clarify requirements and resolve issues
- Document findings and create standardized processes for recurring compliance tasks to improve efficiency
- Maintain meticulous records of all permitting and tax-related activities, including applications, correspondence, and approvals
- Use project management tools to track deadlines, prioritize tasks, and ensure no permits or tax filings are missed
- Provide regular updates to the operations team on compliance status for all facilities
Our take
The parking industry has long adhered to traditional practices, relying on attendants and disparate payment and management systems. However, AirGarage is changing the landscape by providing software and management services to parking lot and garage owners. With its all-encompassing approach spanning from signage installation to payment handling and even parking enforcement.
One of AirGarage's key innovations is its revenue-sharing model, offering property owners a favorable 70-30 split and full transparency on earnings. This approach addresses the longstanding issue of parking managers reaping their share of revenue, leading property owners with just a fraction of the income generated by their spaces. With over 200 locations across 30 states under its management, AirGarage has become a pivotal player in reshaping the parking industry.
In 2021 the company closed its Series A funding round. That capital injection has gone towards expanding its software and services, catering not only to personal vehicle parking but also accommodating food trucks and cloud kitchens in need of parking and storage solutions. The future looks promising for AirGarage as it continues to modernize and streamline an industry ripe for technological transformation.
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Company benefits
- Unlimited PTO - Enjoy travel or just take some time off -- whatever you need to relax and recharge
- Health, Dental, & Vision - Choose the benefits and health plan that best suits you and your family, we’ll cover the cost
- 401k - Plan and invest in your future with a 401K account via our partner, Guideline
- Parental Leave - We offer 12 weeks of fully paid Parental Leave to all parents to bond with a newly born, adopted, or fostered child
- Equity - Become an owner and earn equity by joining us in the early days of the company
- Remote Weeks - Take a trip with the team to live and work side by side together for a week in an interesting destination near our parking properties
Company HQ
The Castro, San Francisco, CA
Leadership
Jonathon Barkl
(CEO & Co-Founder)Before co-founding AirGarage, they earned a Bachelor of Science Degree in Physics and Economics from Arizona State University. During their time at University, they held a role of Research Scholar at NASA.
Scott Fitsimones
(CTO & Co-Founder)Alongside co-founding AirGarage, they are also the Founder of CityDAO. Previously held Engineering Internships at Facebook and CERN.
Chelsea Border
(CDO & Co-Founder)Prior to co-founding AirGarage, they earned a Bachelor's Degree in Business Data Analytics from Arizona State University.
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