Engineering Permit Technician 1 /2, Limited Duration

City & Borough of Sitka Alaska; Eugene (OR); On-site; USD 71,000 - 89,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Bilingual pay 5%

Job summary

The City of Eugene is seeking an Engineering Permit Technician 1/2 on a limited duration basis to support the Building & Permit Services in the Planning & Development Department. The role involves technical review, plan evaluation, and coordination with developers and city staff.

Starting at Level 1 with potential progression to Level 2 after training; bilingual pay up to 5% of base salary is offered. Work location is on-site in Eugene, Oregon with a Monday–Friday schedule.

Qualifications

• One year of civil engineering, land surveying, plan review, landscape design, building inspection or construction, or related field experience.
• Two years post-secondary education as described above.
• Background check required.
• Valid Oregon driver’s license (or ability to obtain) within 30 days of hire.

Responsibilities

• Conducts technical review of development plans to ensure interface of private and public infrastructure complies with policies and regulations.
• Determines connection points, materials, and methods for private wastewater to the public system and issues permits.
• Evaluates stormwater, transportation, and floodplain requirements for development proposals.
• Participates in meetings with customers, developers, and City departments to identify issues and propose alternatives.
• Provides training and guidance to administrative staff and other Engineering Permit Technicians.

Education

Two years post-secondary education in engineering, survey, landscape architecture, building construction, or related field

Job description

Application Deadline: Wednesday, September 23, 2026, at 5:15 p.m. P.T.

Accepting Online Applications Only

The Planning & Development Department is seeking a detail-oriented, collaborative professional to join our Building & Permit Services Public Works Review Team. In this role, you’ll be at the heart of the City’s development review process, helping ensure projects meet our community’s standards for safety, sustainability, and quality of life. You’ll review a variety of development applications, focusing on access management, stormwater, wastewater, floodplain development, transportation, and other site-related impacts. You’ll apply your knowledge to ensure compliance with Federal, State, and local regulations and collaborate with multiple City divisions on solutions. Along the way, you’ll work closely with design professionals, developers, and community members providing clear guidance, technical expertise, and excellent customer service. You’ll balance a varied caseload through strong time management, daily prioritization, and effective project planning. If you are a positive, productive individual that enjoys providing stellar customer service to the community, thrive in a fast-paced environment, enjoy problem-solving, and wants to make a tangible difference in how our city grows, we’d love to have you on our team. To learn more about the City of Eugene organization and the area, see the Supplemental Information section below!

This recruitment is for one full-time Engineering Permit Technician 1/2, Limited Duration.

All candidates begin at Level 1. After completing training, those who meet the minimum qualifications for Level 2 will flex into that classification.

Classification: Engineering Permit Technician 1; Engineering Permit Technician 2

Salary: Engineering Permit Technician 1: $34.21 - $42.62 hourly / $71,156.80 - $88,649.60 annually; Engineering Permit Technician 2: $37.34 - $46.54 hourly / $77,667.20 - $96,803.20 annually

The City of Eugene determines starting pay within the range based on relevant education and experience as provided by the applicant in their application materials. This process is consistent with the Oregon Equal Pay Act (OEPA).

Department, Division: Planning & Development, Building & Permit Services

Union Representation: American Federation of State, County and Municipal Employees (AFSCME)

Work Location: Atrium Building, 99 West 10 Avenue, Eugene, OR

Schedule: Monday - Friday, 8:0 .m. - 5:00 p.m. with flexibility per business need.

The City of Eugene is shifting to a work environment of primarily in office work to foster collaboration and connection. New employees must work on site full-time for the duration of their probationary period. Following the probationary period employees in the Associate Planner position may utilize a flexible work schedule of 3-4 days a week in the office, per the Alternative Work Policy.

Benefits: The City of Eugene offers robust and competitive benefits. For more information, select the Benefits Tab, or view benefits summaries as well as see information about all employee benefits.

Bilingual Pay Benefit: This position qualifies for up to an additional 5% of base salary for bilingual pay. Please see “Supplemental Information” at the end of the posting for more information.

Living & Working in Eugene: Information about living in Eugene, how the City of Eugene operates, and more can be found on our website.

About Limited Duration Positions:

• This Limited Duration position could last up to 12 months per business need.
• If you are a current Limited Duration employee, you will not have rights back to your Limited Duration position.
• Employees hired into Limited Duration positions will be members of the AFSCME bargaining unit and covered by the contract except for items outlined below:
  • Limited Duration employees are at-will and do not have a probationary period; they accrue no seniority, have no bumping or layoff provisions, and have no discipline or discharge rights.

• Conducts technical review of development plans to assure interface of private and public infrastructure complies with applicable policies, procedures, and regulations. Drafts plan review comments addressing deficiencies and/or potential approval conditions.
• Determines appropriate connection point, materials, and methods of connection of private wastewater systems to the public system. Evaluates applications and issues permits for connections to public sewers and for work within public rights-of-way.
• Evaluates a variety of issues related to destination and water quality requirements for stormwater discharge from private development including availability of public system, method of connection to public system, compliance with adopted stormwater standards, and evaluation of private systems for capacity and stormwater quality elements.
• Performs analysis of transportation issues, including, access connection and sidewalk requirements, traffic circulation, need for Traffic Impact Analysis, other potential on-site or off-site improvements, and potential conflicts within the public right-of-way.
• Identifies presence of Special Flood Hazard Areas on development sites; communicates necessary actions to ensure development meets local, State, and Federal requirements for construction within the floodplain; provides floodplain information to the public; may coordinate the City's floodplain management program, including participation in the National Flood Insurance Program and Community Rating System.
• Evaluates site plans for presence of, and potential impacts to, natural resources including wetlands; determines if development proposal will trigger other local, State, or Federal requirements.
• Determines appropriate use classifications for new development or changes in use for Systems Development Charge review; calculates appropriate Systems Development Charges and credits.
• Participates in meetings with customers, developers, design professionals, and City departments to identify issues and infrastructure-related problems and determine acceptable alternatives during development process; explains Public Works policies and procedures.
• May provide input for land use applications such as Adjustment Review, Conditional Use, and Site Review.
• Research infrastructure maps and records in response to customer inquiries; resolves issues related to plan review.
• Periodically takes on special projects or acts as coordinator or liaison, for work group issues within organization.
• May conduct field site visits to verify or clarify aspects of permit plans.
• Researches and interprets City/County records; verifies boundary and right-of-way location from records and found survey monuments; identifies boundary line problems and makes recommendations for resolution.
• Provides training and guidance to administrative staff and other Engineering Permit Technicians within assigned training and program area.
• May be required to drive to constructions and to meet with contractors.
• Actively supports and respects diversity in the workplace.

Supervision Received and Exercised

• Receives supervision from the Permit and Erosion Supervisor and from other Building and Permit Services supervisory staff.
• Engineering Permit Technician 1 may receive lead direction from Engineering Permit Technician 2.

To view detailed information on the duties, knowledge, and abilities that may be expected for this position, please see the classification: Engineering Permit Technician 1; Engineering Permit Technician 2

The City of Eugene encourages individuals of all communities and backgrounds to apply for job opportunities as we strive to provide the best service to the public.

We are most interested in finding the best candidate for the job, and that candidate may be one who comes with relevant transferable knowledge, skills, and abilities from a variety of sources and experiences.

If you are interested in applying, we encourage you to think broadly about your background and skill set for the role.

Engineering Permit Technician 1

Minimum Qualifications

Experience

Engineering Permit Technician 1: One year of civil engineering, land surveying, plan review, landscape design, building inspection or construction, or related field experience.

Engineering Permit Technician 2: Two years of civil engineering, land surveying, plan review, landscape design, building inspection or construction, or related field experience.

Education

Two years post-secondary education at an accredited college in engineering, survey, landscape architecture, building construction, or related field.

Background

Must pass a background check.

License

Valid Oregon driver’s license (or, the ability to obtain by date of hire); must pass driving records check and, if hired, maintain a driving record that meets the City’s standard. Oregon law requires that an out-of-state license holder must obtain a valid Oregon license (with appropriate endorsements) within 30 days of becoming domiciled in the state (ORS 803.355).

For the knowledge, skills, and abilities, please review the Engineering Permit Technician 1; Engineering Permit Technician 2 classification.

Working Conditions

Regular focus on a computer screen. Daily use of personal computer. Daily standing and sitting for prolonged periods. Occasional attendance at meetings or activities outside of normal working hours. Occasional operation of a motor vehicle on public roads. Occasional physical exposures of inspectors including buildings, lots, and construction sites.

Bilingual Pay Benefit

Per the AFSCME contract, the City shall pay an employee an additional 5% for a required intermediate or advanced level competency. To qualify for bilingual pay, the employee must have demonstrated fluency in the required language and successfully pass a fluency examination administered by the City’s Employee Resource Center division.

What to Expect from our Selection Process

Applicants are screened based upon their relevant knowledge, abilities, skills, experience, and training. The selection process varies according to the position and can include such things as screening of supplemental questionnaires, written or skill tests, ability or fitness tests, interviews, and assessment processes. In addition, background investigations and records checks may be required. Marijuana use is evaluated consistent with current state law regulations. PLEASE NOTE:Once the posting closes, the process can take 4-6 weeks to complete.

Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion

The City of Eugene is committed to a respectful work environment. We value the cultural, educational, and life experiences of each employee. We believe that a diverse workforce enables us to deliver culturally responsive services to all members of our community. As part of our commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion we desire to welcome, respect, and create a sense of belonging for a wide range of identities and experiences in our workforce. Women, people with disabilities, and persons of color are strongly encouraged to apply.

The City of Eugene complies with the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990. Any applicant with a qualified disability under the Americans with Disabilities Act may request accommodation by contacting an employment coordinator at [phone].

In compliance with the Immigration Reform and Control Act of 1986, the City of Eugene will request all eligible candidates who accept employment with the City to provide documentation to prove they are eligible for employment in the United States.