License Permit Technician

State of Montana; Helena (MT); On-site; USD 25,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance

State Retirement plan

Paid vacation

Job summary

The Montana Department of Transportation is looking for a Licensing and Permit Technician to handle licensing and permitting duties in a professional, customer-focused role.

You will evaluate licensing data from multiple sources and apply state regulations to ensure accurate processing. This role emphasizes clear communication with customers and adherence to timetables and standards.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Experience in motor vehicle permitting and licensing preferred.
• At least 1 year in a role requiring communication and direct customer service.
• Alternative qualifications include: any combination of additional related work experience and education.

Responsibilities

• This position completes and ensures standard, professional assignments based on licensing and permitting requirements.
• This position analyzes licensing and permitting issues based on data and information from multiple sources to include customers, peers, management and others.

Skills

Customer service

Communication skills

PC operations

Licensing knowledge

Education

High school diploma

Tools

State software applications

Accounting procedures

Job description

Benefits of working for MDT and the State of Montana include:

• Culture of public service and a commitment to work/life balance
• Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• Access to Montana Health Centers, low-cost clinics for state employees and their families
• State Retirement plan and additional savings opportunities (deferred compensation)
• Paid vacation, sick leave, and holidays
• Employees in this position receive overtime compensation or compensatory time for all time in a pay status over 40 hours in a workweek
• Eligibility for Public Service Student Loan Forgiveness
• Benefits apply on first day of employment
• Relocation assistance may be offered to the successful candidate at the time of offer

For information on the Montana Department of Transportation's mission, vision, and values, please visit our website: https://www.mdt.mt.gov/about.aspx#values

Minimum Qualifications:

• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• Experience in a field directly involving motor vehicle permitting and licensing is preferred.
• A minimum of one (1) year of experience in an occupation which requires communication skills and direct customer service is also required.
• Alternative qualifications include: Any combination of additional related work experience and education equivalent to the minimum qualifications

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Extensive knowledge of Montana and Federal commercial motor carrier law and regulations.
• Extensive knowledge of personal computer operations.
• Extensive knowledge of State of Montana and Department of Transportation software applications and accounting procedures.

Required Application Materials:

• Cover Letter
• Resume

Other Information:

The successful candidate must pass a fingerprint-based background investigation as a condition of employment.

The Montana Department of Transportation is an equal opportunity employer. Women, racial and ethnic minorities, people with disabilities, and veterans and disabled veterans are encouraged to apply. People with disabilities needing assistance in the application process, or those needing this job announcement in an alternative format may call the Human Resources and Occupational Safety Division, at 406.444.6054.

The Montana Department of Transportation (MDT) is committed to continuous improvement of our employee safety program and our safety and health processes, and to achieving an injury-free workplace.

The pay rate for this position includes a statutory $1.00 an hour base pay increase effective July 1, 2026.

Effective 5/26/2026, MDT is participating in E-Verify to confirm employment eligibility. After accepting a job offer and completing Form I-9, your information will be submitted to the Department of Homeland Security and Social Security Administration for verification. For more information about E-Verify, please visit the E-Verify website found here, https://www.e-verify.gov

This position is being posted in accordance with the bargaining unit agreement. Non-bargaining unit employees or employees of another bargaining unit may apply. If the position is not filled with a bargaining unit applicant, the non-bargaining unit applicants may be considered. However, bargaining unit applicants will have preference.

The Montana Department of Transportation is recruiting for a Licensing and Permit Technician . This position completes and ensures standard, professional assignments based on multiple licensing and permitting requirements. This position analyzes licensing and permitting issues based on data and information from multiple sources to include customers, peers, management and others.

This position is part of a career ladder.

For a full job description, please contact Thomas Skoog at [e-mail]