Permits Coordinator

requisition no: 881926
agency: department of transportation
working title: permits coordinator i
- pay plan: career service
position number:
salary: $52,073.10 - $67,388.71
posting closing date: 09/01/2026
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state of florida department of transportation

job posting description

690 / south dade maintenance

anticipated vacancy / open competitve

career service

full-time

contact person: brian k. Jimmerson

contact phone number:

contact email address: brian.jimmersonte.fl.us

hiring salary range: $2,002.81 - $2,591.87 biweekly range / $52,073.10 - $67,388.71 annual range
join fdot and be part of the team that works as one to improve safety, enhance mobility and inspire innovation in the florida transportation system.
to ensure honesty and transparency, all applicants must provide their own work. Unless explicitly requested, the use of artificial intelligence (ai) tools to assist with qualifying questions, work samples, or interviews is strictly prohibited, and any breach of this requirement will lead to the applicant being removed from consideration.
candidates must be united states (u.s.) citizens or lawfully authorized alien workers. Visa sponsorship is not available.
our mission
the mission of the florida department of transportation is to provide a safe statewide transportation system that promotes the efficient movement of people and goods, supports the state’s economic competitiveness, prioritizes florida’s environment and natural resources, and preserves the quality of life and connectedness of the state’s communities.
our vision
as a onefdot team, we serve the people of florida by providing a transportation network that is well planned, supports economic growth, and has the goal of being congestion and fatality free.
the work you will do
permits coordinator i / district six / director of operations / district maintenance / south dade maint – administration
this position supports fdot by coordinating and administering utility, access, drainage, and special use permits to ensure compliance with department standards and regulations. The role conducts inspections, reviews plans, and collaborates with stakeholders to promote safe, efficient, and compliant work within the transportation right-of-way.
the difference you will make
through cooperation, coordination and collaboration among the onefdot team, you will be contributing to a strong and empowering culture of trrec: trust, relationships, respect, empowerment, and communication.
how you will grow
fdot encourages our team members to grow through engagement, empowerment, training, and professional development. Through our agency’s learning management system, you have access to hundreds of computer-based training and instructor-led courses.
where you will work
district six / south dade maintenance office / administration / 14655 sw 122nd ave. Miami fl. 33186
annual salary range
$52,073.10 - $67,388.71
a competitive area differential (cad) additive in the amount of $1,976.00 will be added to the annual salary.
your specific responsibilities
assist supervisor to coordinate plans and construction review processes. This includes, but is not limited to, assisting with the resurfacing program, attending and representing unit in construction pre-work conference, scope meetings, plans review meetings, construction reviews, walk-throughs, and communicating this information of these processes to others.
coordinate the utility permits ensuring compliance with department procedures, florida administrative code rules and the department's utility accommodation manual. This includes, but is not limited to, field related engineering skills, planning, coordinating between customers and other involved parties, processing and administering proper documentation, resolving conflicts and deficiencies, and ensuring all inspections and safety standards are maintained.
prepares and processes permit related information. This includes, but is not limited to preparing all aspects of permit project inspections in a clear and professional manner, maintaining files, reviewing plans, documenting and organizing items, coordinating meetings, conducting project walk-throughs, and…