Engineering Permit Technician

Position: Engineering Permit Technician 1/2
Final date to receive applications:
Sunday, June 28, 2026, at 11:59 p.m. P.T.

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The Planning & Development Department is seeking up to two detail-oriented, collaborative professionals 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 regular full-time Engineering Permit Technician 1/2. Additionally, this posting may be used to fill a second position as a Limited Duration, Acting-in-Capacity, or Career Development assignment, to be determined at the time of offer.

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, 8:00 a.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.

About the Acting in Capacity Assignment:

* This Acting in Capacity position could last up to 12 months per business need. At the end of the assignment, you will return to your regular position.

* You must meet the minimum qualifications for the Acting in Capacity position.

* You must receive permission from your supervisor to apply.

* If you are on probation, it may impact supervisory approval to apply for this opportunity.

* If you are currently a member of a union, you will continue to be represented during this AIC position.

About the Career Development Assignment:

* This Career Development opportunity could last up to 12 months per business need. At the end of the assignment, you will return to your regular position.

* You must receive permission from your supervisor to apply.

* If you are on probation, it may impact supervisory approval to apply for this opportunity.

* If selected, candidates considered for a career development opportunity…