Permit Technician

Arkansas-Department-of-Transportation-2; Little Rock (AR); On-site; USD 36,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

Arkansas Highway Police | Permits in Little Rock, AR seeks a Permits Clerk to issue permits for over-dimensional and overweight loads, determine routes, and transmit permits. You will enter data into ARPARS and ensure permits clearly define the situation.

Responsibilities include preparing restricted permits, communicating with carriers, and maintaining accurate documentation. A high school diploma is required; familiarity with Microsoft Office and routing maps is preferred. Office environment.

Qualifications

• Basic working knowledge of Microsoft Office including Word and Outlook.
• Ability to read highway maps and correlate permit routes and detours.
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy in data entry.
• Ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing.
• Ability to organize, prioritize and multi-task in an office setting.

Responsibilities

• Issue permits for over-dimensional and overweight loads with proper routing.
• Transmit permits by fax or email and ensure accuracy of definitions.
• Enter data into ARPARS accurately and maintain records.
• Determine the most appropriate route for travelers through the state.
• Prepare permits with attached restrictions and routings.
• Maintain documentation and respond to inquiries from carriers.

Skills

Microsoft Office (Word, Outlook)

ARPARS

Data entry

Route planning

Reading highway maps

Communication (oral & written)

Customer service

Attention to detail

Multi-tasking

Office equipment (fax, scanner)

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Tools

ARPARS

Job description

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 .

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