Permit Technician

Arkansas Department of Transportation; Arkansas; Presencial; USD 36.000 - 48.000; Jornada completa

Descripción de la vacante

Arkansas Department of Transportation is seeking a Permit Clerk to issue permits for over-dimensional and overweight loads and determine optimal routes. You will transmit permits, ensure accuracy, and enter data into the Arkansas Permitting and Routing System (ARPARS).

Requirements include a high school diploma, map-reading ability, and strong communication and customer service skills. Office environment; equal opportunity employer. Posting closes 11/9/2026.

Formación

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Ability to read highway maps and determine appropriate routes.
• Good communication and customer service skills.
• Attention to detail and ability to multi-task.

Responsabilidades

• Issue permits for over-dimensional/overweight loads and determine routes.
• Transmit permits by fax or email and enter data into ARPARS.
• Verify permits accurately define the situation and apply restrictions.
• Prepare documentation when making changes to a permit.

Educación

High school diploma

Herramientas

ARPARS

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Outlook

Descripción del empleo

Arkansas Highway Police | Permits
10324 Interstate 30
Little Rock, AR 72209, USA

• Travel Required : No

Description

Posting closes on 11/9/2026

Under direct supervision, this position is responsible for issuing permits to transport over-dimensional and/or overweight loads and determining proper routes. This position also requires transmitting permits, assuring permits accurately define the situation, controlling the use of the permit and entering data into computer.

Examples of Work

The following examples are intended only as illustrations of various types of work performed. No attempt is made to be exhaustive. Related, similar, or other logical duties are performed as assigned. The Department may require employees to perform functions beyond those contained in job descriptions. The Department may modify job descriptions based on Department needs. The Arkansas Department of Transportation is an "at will" employer.

• Determine the most appropriate route for motor carriers traveling through the state with over-dimensional loads.
• Prepare permits with attached restrictions and routings.
• Issue permits with appropriate approvals depending on the type of load.
• Transmit permits over facsimile machine or via email.
• Enter data into computer utilizing automated Arkansas Permitting and Routing System (ARPARS).
• Prepare appropriate documentation when making changes to a permit.

Education and experience : The educational equivalent to a diploma from an accredited high school.

Knowledge, skills and abilities : Basic working knowledge of Microsoft Office products including Word and Outlook and operation of fax machines and scanning equipment. Ability to read highway maps and correlate specified permit routes and designated detours required due to construction or maintenance operations. Attention to detail. Ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing. Ability to organize, prioritize and multi-task. Customer service skills.

Working conditions : Office environment.

("Accredited" means the educational institution or program is accredited by an accrediting organization recognized either by the United States Department of Education or by the Council for Higher Education Accreditation.)

A criminal background check will be required to determine suitability of employment, and failure to meet these standards may cause the applicant to be rejected or terminated from that position.

This position does not require theoretical and practical application of highly specialized knowledge or a bachelor’s degree or higher in the field; thus, this position is not eligible for H-1B visa sponsorship.

Travel Required

No .

Equal Opportunity Employer
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