Permit Coordinator II

The Texas Department of Transportation (TxDOT) is at the forefront of building and maintaining the state's transportation infrastructure. We are currently seeking a dedicated individual to join our team as a Permit Coordinator II. This position will mostly be reviewing driveway permits and inspecting driveway permits in the field. Also reviewing oversize loads.

Salary/Grade:

Permit Coordinator II: B14: $2,845/mo. - $4,344/mo.

At TxDOT, we value employee work-life balance. In keeping with our commitment to this value, our employees benefit from a wide array of programs and activities that include:

• Low Turnover
• Retirement Pension
• Alternative Work Schedules
• Paid Leave/Holidays
• Health Premiums paid at 100% for full-time employees
• On the Job Training
• Tuition Assistance Program
• Comprehensive Wellness Program/Wellness Leave Incentives
• Career Development Programs/Opportunities for advancement

For a complete list of our total compensation package please visit our website at: Total Compensation Package

To view benefits available to all State of Texas employees visit: Benefits at a Glance | ERS (texas.gov)

Reviews and processes utility permit requests from public utility companies, common carriers and others placing facilities on public highway right-of-ways in a district permit office. Work require extensive contact with private entities. Employees at this level follow standard practices that do not require frequent supervision of details.

Essential Duties:

• Performs on-site inspection of the installation/construction of driveways and utilities permitted to ensure compliance the approved permit and to verify proper traffic control measures are being followed
• Reviews and processes utility permit requests, applications, agreements and plans submitted to ensure compliance with e Utility Accommodation Policy (UA?) and other departmental requirements with emphasis on uniform application
• Assists Motor Carrier Division (MCD) Permit Operations with local routing issues and up-to-date roadway changes for the transport of oversize/overweight loads on Texas highways
• Consults with area engineer and/or maintenance supervisor on complex utility/driveway permit issues
• Coordinates movement of extra large loads with MCD, maintenance and other districts
• Meets with the public to resolve the problems of encroachments on state right-of-way
• Reviews and processes driveway permits
• Updates the highway condition report and advises the traveling public of conditions
• Works closely with city and county agencies and coordinates the departmental review of site plans for developments putting the state right-of-way
• Performs other job responsibilities as assigned

Minimum Qualifications:

• Education: High School Grad or equivalent in general high school duties.
• Experience: 4 years of experience in administrative support, clerical, permit, utility, or related experience. (Experience can be satisfied by full-time or prorated part-time equivalent). Related college education or relevant technical training may be substituted for experience on a year per year basis. Substitutions for Minimum Qualifications
• Valid driver's license: Valid driver's license. This position requires driving a state vehicle.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Basic computer skills will work for this job opening

Competencies:

• Reviewing and inspecting utility and driveway permits, standard computer programs, prioritizing work assignments, maintaining a safe working relationship.

Physical Requirements and Working Conditions:

• Light work lift up to 20 lbs and standing-prolonged periods of time

Conditions of Employment:

• Please click this link to read the standard conditions of employment for all positions: Standard Conditions of Employment (TxDOT)
• Must be able to report for duty within 45 minutes of notification on a 24-hour basis to respond to emergency situations.
• Must pass a drug test prior to employment for safety impact positions. This is a Safety Impact position and will be subject to random drug testing.
  • Please note that the Department of Transportation's Drug and Alcohol Testing Regulation - 49 CFR Part 40, at 40.151(e) - does not authorize “medical marijuana” under a state law to be a valid medical explanation for a positive drug test result for an employee in this position.

TxDOT is committed to hiring veterans. To assist in determining whether your military experience may pertain to the minimum requirements for this position, Military Occupational Specialty (MOS) codes from each branch of the U.S. Armed Forces have been assigned to each state classification code/title where applicable. The MOS codes are grouped by occupational category.

To view the MOS codes please click on link below and click on the appropriate occupational category.

The Texas Department of Transportation is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer, and does not tolerate discrimination in the workplace. We are committed to a diverse and inclusive workplace. All employment is decided on the basis of qualifications, merit and business need.

If requested, reasonable accommodations will be made for persons with disabilities for any part of the employment process in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Action of 1990.

Please click this link to read the information for applicants: Additional Applicant Information