DWM Watershed Permitting Technician II (OES)

City Of Atlanta Careers; Atlanta (GA); On-site; USD 44,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

City of Atlanta is seeking a Permit Clerk to review permit applications for accuracy and compliance, coordinating with city staff and external partners.

The role requires an Associate’s degree or equivalent, 3-5 years in permitting for utilities or municipal projects, and knowledge of MicroStation or CAD-based drafting. You will manage submittals, payments, extensions, and reporting while liaising with other cities and agencies.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of MicroStation and CAD-based drafting for permit submittals.
• Formal and informal proficiency with computer software and written/verbal communication.
• Familiarity with municipal permit procedures and partners.

Responsibilities

• Reviews permit applications for accuracy and compliance
• Communicates with City staff, vendors, customers about permit submittal status
• Prepares, delivers and/or picks up additional permit applications
• Monitors permit duration and submits extension requests when required
• Coordinates and secures the payment method for permit applications
• Maintains network with other cities and governmental agencies
• Reviews monthly statistics and prepares operating reports
• Performs other duties related to permit submissions and related admin tasks

Skills

Knowledge of Microstation CAD

Computer skills

Permit application procedures

Education

Associate’s degree or two-year equivalent degree

Bachelor’s degree (preferred)

Job description

Atlanta, GA, United States

Job Description

Posting expires: October 13, 2026

Salary range: $44,286 - $55,357

General Description and Classification Standards:
Performs completion and submittal of permit applications based on construction schedule as provided by the project team. Maintains collaborative network with other municipalities, public works/transportation departments, and other governmental agencies that we submit permit requests to. Coordinate and secure the payment method (if required) to accompany additional permit applications. Summarizes data and provides commentary or observations based on analysis.

Note: positions in this class may also lead other related administrative or operations processes within the organization provided they have a similar level of professional challenge.

Supervision Received:
Performs work under general supervision with review and advice from manager or a senior level professional.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
These are typical responsibilities for this position and should not be construed as exclusive or all inclusive.

• Reviews permit applications for accuracy and compliance
• Communicates verbally and in writing with other City employees, vendors, customers, and other external stakeholders relative to status and procedures for permit application submittal.
• Prepares, delivers and/or pick up additional permit applications for utilities or other services.
• Monitors permit duration and submit extension requests when required
• Coordinate and secure the payment method (if required) to accompany additional permit applications
• Maintain network to other cities, public works departments, and governmental agencies that we collaborate with related to permit applications.
• Reviews monthly statistics and data and prepares operating reports.
• Performs other duties related to the management and submission of permit requests and other administrative tasks related to the area of assignment.

The above statements reflect the general duties, responsibilities and competencies considered necessary to perform the essential duties and responsibilities of the job and should not be considered as a detailed description of all the work requirements of the position. COA may change the specific job duties with or without prior notice based on the needs of the organization.

Knowledge Skills and Abilities:
This is a partial listing of necessary knowledge, skills, and abilities required to perform the job successfully, it is not an exhaustive list.

• Knowledge of Microstation and other, CAD based applications used for drafting technical drawings required for permit submittal
• Skilled in operating a computer and computer software; skilled in communicating effectively verbally and in writing.
• Knowledge of permit application procedures for the municipal agencies and other partners that we serve

Associate’s degree or two-year equivalent degree. (Professional experience may be considered for substitution for the required degree on an exception basis). 3-5 years of experience working for a utility or municipal corporation in a permitting related role is required.

Preferred Requirements :

Bachelor’s degree and 5-7 years of progressive experience in permit application review and processing

Licensures and Certifications:

Valid State Issued Driver's License required

Required physical, lifting, and sensory capabilities are requirements to perform the job successfully. Typical environmental conditions associated with job.

Lifting Requirements:
Sedentary work:

Exerting up to 10 pounds of force occasionally and/or negligible amount of force frequently or constantly to lift, carry, push, pull or otherwise move objects, including the human body.

Exerting up to 20 pounds of force occasionally, and/or up to 10 pounds of force to move objects.

Exerting up to 50 pounds of force occasionally, and/or up to 30 pounds of force frequently, and/or up to 10 pounds of force constantly to move objects.

Heavy work:

Exerting up to 100 pounds of force occasionally, and/or up to 50 pounds of force frequently, and/or up to 20 pounds of force constantly to move objects.

Very heavy work:

Exerting in excess of 100 pounds of force occasionally and/or in excess of 50 pounds of force frequently, and/or in excess of 20 pounds of force constantly to move objects.

It is the policy of the City of Atlanta ("COA") that qualified individuals with disabilities are not discriminated against because of their disabilities regarding job application procedures, hiring, and other terms and conditions of employment. It is further the policy of the COA to provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities in all aspects of the employment process. The COA is prepared to modify or adjust the job application process or the job or work environment to make reasonable accommodations to the known physical or mental limitations of the applicant or employee to enable the applicant or employee to be considered for the position he or she desires, to perform the essential functions of the position in question, or to enjoy equal benefits and privileges of employment as are enjoyed by other similarly situated employees without disabilities, unless the accommodation will impose an undue hardship. If reasonable accommodation is needed, please contact the Human Resources Director for your department.

The City of Atlanta is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not unlawfully discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, age, disability, sex, sexual orientation, ender identity, marital status, veteran's status or national origin, or any other basis prohibited by federal, state, or local law. We value and encourage diversity in our workforce.

Job Info

• Job Identification 34317
• Job Category General
• Posting Date 10/06/2026, 06:46 PM
• Apply Before 10/13/2026, 09:00 PM
• Job Schedule Full time