Utility Permit Writer - Transportation Specialist

Working Title: Utility Permit Writer

Job Class: Transportation Specialist

Agency: Transportation Department

• Job ID : 94553

• Location : St. Paul

• Telework Eligible : Yes

• Full/Part Time : Full-Time

• Regular/Temporary : Unlimited

• Who May Apply : All qualified job applicants

• Date Posted : 06/12/2026

• Closing Date : 06/25/2026

• Hiring Agency/Seniority Unit : Transportation Dept / DOT-Metro-Central Off-AFSCME

• Division/Unit : Engineering Services Div / LM Permits

• Work Shift/Work Hours : Day Shift

• Days of Work : Monday - Friday

• Travel Required : No

• Salary Range: $28.16 - $38.40 / hourly; $58,798 - $80,179 / annually

• Classified Status : Classified

• Bargaining Unit/Union : 207 - Technical/AFSCME

• Work Area : Land Management

• FLSA Status : Nonexempt

• Designated in Connect 700 Program for Applicants with Disabilities ( : Yes

The work you'll do is more than just a job.

At the State of Minnesota, employees play a critical role in developing policies, providing essential services, and working to improve the well-being and quality of life for all Minnesotans. The State of Minnesota is committed to equity and inclusion, and invests in employees by providing benefits, support resources, and training and development opportunities.

This position is located at Central Office in St. Paul and may have the flexibility to work a hybrid schedule or work in the office. The incumbent will be required to make a telework arrangement with their supervisor. The incumbent will be expected to work in the office as determined by policy and discussion with their supervisor.

This position consists of processing utility permit applications in accordance with state and federal rules and regulations and the Utility Accommodation Policy, and to assist the Utility Permits Unit Supervisor with other permit activities.

Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

• Reviewing applications for utility permits to ensure that all necessary information is included.

• Communicating with utility companies as needed to obtain information for the permit.

• Writing utility permits while making sure to insert special provisions as they apply, and gathering/reviewing

Assisting the supervisor and utilities engineer as needed, such as responding to questions about permit processes, policies, and the status of individual permits.

** The Minnesota Department of Transportation does not sponsor applicants for work visas or Optional Practical Training Extensions for STEM Students. Individuals must be legally authorized to work in the US at the start of employment.

Minimum Qualifications

Typically, the level of experience to perform this job at the TS level can be achieved with:

• Four years of experience performing right-of-way or related activities. OR

• Three years of experience performing right of way or related activities, PLUS a combination of one year of related experience in surveys, design, road maintenance, materials/soils, permits, etc. AND

• Working knowledge of English sufficient to read, write, speak, and understand oral and written information; clearly communicate with others, MnDOT district staff and customers.

NOTE: A Two year Civil or Construction Technology or the following four-year degrees: Architectural, Civil or Mechanical Engineering; Land Surveying / Geomatics; or equivalent may substitute for one year of experience. For education coursework to be considered in lieu of work experience, you must submit a copy of your transcripts.

Preferred Qualifications

• Previous experience with MnDOT right of way mapping and the ability to read and understand construction plans.

Additional Requirements

** Successful candidate must pass past-employer reference checks and criminal history check**

It is our policy that all candidates submit to a background investigation prior to employment. The background check may consist of the following components: SEMA4 Records Check, Criminal History Check, Employment Reference Check, Driver’s License Check, and/or Education/License Verification.

AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

Minnesota State Colleges and Universities is an Equal Opportunity employer/educator committed to the principles of diversity. We prohibit discrimination against qualified individuals based on their race, sex, color, creed, religion, age, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, marital status, status with regard to public assistance, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, or membership in a local commission as defined by law. As an affirmative action employer, we actively seek and encourage applications from women, minorities, persons with disabilities, and individuals with protected veteran status.

Reasonable accommodations will be made to all qualified applicants with disabilities. If you are an individual with a disability who needs assistance or cannot access the online job application system, please contact the job information line at View phone number on click.appcast.io or email View email address on click.appcast.io . Please indicate what assistance is needed.