Permit Coordinator I or II

Permit Coordinator I or II

The Texas Department of Transportation (TxDOT) is seeking a motivated Permit Coordinator I or II to join the North Harris Area Office located at 16803 Eastex Freeway, Humble, Texas 77396. This position offers an excellent opportunity for individuals who enjoy working in a dynamic, team-oriented environment while building new skills and contributing to the future of transportation in Texas. The selected candidate will serve in the North Harris Area Office, supporting permit coordination activities and ensuring efficient operations within the area. This role is ideal for someone who thrives in a fast-paced setting, values teamwork, and can also work independently with strong attention to detail. TxDOT employs a workforce of over 13,000 employees and is committed to fostering professional growth and development. We prioritize employee work life balance and support this commitment by offering a wide range of benefits and programs, including comprehensive wellness initiatives, career development opportunities, retirement plans, tuition assistance, and more.

Salary

Minimum Salary: 46,139.00 Maximum Salary: 61,130.00 Pay Basis: Yearly FLSA Status: Nonexempt

Work Locations

North Harris County Ae/Maint 16803 EASTEX FREEWAY Humble 77347

Travel

Yes, 5 % of the Time Shift: Day Job Shift Details: 40 Hrs./Week; Monday - Friday 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM Location Flexibility: Onsite

Benefits and Perks

At TxDOT, we value work-life balance and are committed to providing our employees with a comprehensive range of benefits and programs, including: Retirement Plans Alternative and/or Flexible Work Schedules Paid Leave and Holidays Health Premiums paid at 100% for Full-Time Employees On-the-Job Training Tuition Assistance Program Holistic Wellness Program with Leave Incentives Career Development and Advancement Opportunities Family-Friendly Policies and Programs

Position Description

Permit Coordinator I 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 requires extensive contact with private entities. Employees at this level follow standard practices that do not require frequent supervision of details. Permit Coordinator II Reviews and processes utility permit requests received in a district office from public utility companies, common carriers and others placing facilities on public highway right-of-ways. Work requires extensive contact with private entities. Employees at this level perform work independently on assignments; however, all unusual issues are referred to the supervisor. Essential Duties Permit Coordinator I Consults with area engineer and/or maintenance supervisor on complex utility/driveway permit issues. Maintains permit documentation, records, and plan sets. Reviews and processes driveway permits and other various highway permits. Requests survey information from right-of-way, and reviews plats and survey data related to permits and interprets plans. Performs other job responsibilities as assigned. Permit Coordinator II Includes all essential duties listed for Permit Coordinator I as well as: Prepares and reviews correspondence and reports, and monitors data related to permit activities and compliance. Performs other job responsibilities as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications

Permit Coordinator I Education: High School Grad or Equivalent in general high school duties. Experience: No experience required. (Experience can be satisfied by full time or prorated part time equivalent). Licenses and Certifications: Valid driver's license. This position requires driving a state vehicle. Permit Coordinator II Education: High School Grad or Equivalent in general high school duties. Experience: 1 year of permit and/or utility processing, and/or coordination, or related administrative/clerical support experience. (Experience can be satisfied by full time or prorated part time equivalent). Licenses and Certifications: Valid driver's license. This position requires driving a state vehicle.

Competencies

Permit Coordinator I Some knowledge of: Applicable laws, rules, and regulations Proficient skill in: Using computers, applicable programs, applications, and systems Maintaining a safe and effective working relationship with others Some skill in: Public relations for maintaining effective working relationships with individuals and groups, both internal and external Reading and interpreting applicable plans, schematics, blueprints and maps Prioritizing and organizing work assignments Communicating technical information effectively Maintaining a safe working environment Ability to: Communicate effectively, both verbally and in writing Permit Coordinator II Includes all competencies listed for Permit Coordinator I as well as: Considerable knowledge of: Applicable laws, rules, and regulations Proficient skill in: Public relations for maintaining effective working relationships with individuals and groups, both internal and external Reading and interpreting applicable plans, schematics, blueprints and maps Prioritizing and organizing work assignments Communicating technical information effectively Training in a classroom, office, or field environment Reviewing and inspecting utility or related highway permits Issuing permits and directing routes Maintaining a safe working environment

Physical Requirements and Working Conditions

Permit Coordinator I and II Sedentary work: Lift up to 10 lbs. at a time and occasionally carry files/small tools Repetitive Motion - substantial movements of the wrists, hands, and/or fingers Close Visual Acuity - work includes data/figures; view a computer screen; extensive reading Conditions of Employment: Please read the Standard Conditions of Employment (TxDOT) for all positions.

Job

Exec/Admin/Clerical/Legal

Schedule

Full-time

Employee Status

Regular

Job Type

Standard

Job Level

Non-Management

Job Posting

Sep 9, 2026, 1:22:12 AM

Unposting Date

Sep 23, 2026, 4:59:00 AM

State Job Title/s

License & Permit Spec I, License & Permit Spec II

State Job Code/s

0171, 0172

Military Occupational Specialty (MOS)

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. Click on the appropriate occupational category to view the MOS codes.

Applicant Information

The Texas Department of Transportation is an Equal Opportunity Employer. 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. Additional Applicant Information for applicants