NEOGOV · 1 month ago
Permit Services Reviewer (Associate Civil Engineering Specialist)
Seattle, WA
Full-time
Hybrid
Entry Level
$53.60/hr - $62.40/hr
2+ years expNEOGOV is part of the Seattle Department of Transportation, seeking a Permit Services Reviewer to enhance Seattle's transportation system. The role involves reviewing construction and utility permit applications, ensuring compliance, and coordinating with various stakeholders to maintain safety and efficiency in the public right-of-way.
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Responsibilities
Manage use of the public right-of-way, minimizing impacts to City residents, neighborhoods, and infrastructure
Review permit applications, ensuring compliance and issuing approvals as appropriate
Keep detailed documentation of decisions and communications
Respond timely to customer questions and concerns based on Street Use expectations
Coach applicants on the permitting process via Microsoft Teams meetings, WebEx phone, email, and in-person based on the team’s counter, coaching schedule or pre-application coaching meetings
Maintain shift coverage as scheduled for in person counter coverage as well as electronically based meetings. Provide backup coverage for shifts as scheduled
Attend and support in-person meetings, site visits, trainings, and customer coaching sessions
Acts as a liaison among consultants, contractors, subcontractors, and the city
Host and facilitate construction project management related meetings including agenda development and follow-up meeting notes
Check document compliance against various agencies requirements
Provide technical support, including interpreting code
Validate fee calculations and oversee efforts to coordinate with other workgroups related to disputes and withdrawals of permits
Identify and coordinate with impacted stakeholders
Work closely with SDOT district inspectors to ensure customer issues are addressed and tracked
Adapt to changing codes and requirements, maintaining flexibility
Work collaboratively with other divisions and departments
Promote equity, diversity, and race and social justice at SDOT
Qualification
Required
Requires two (2) years of Civil Engineering experience and an Associate Degree in Civil Engineering Technology or two (2) years of college level coursework in engineering and construction technology (or a combination of education and/or training and/or experience which provides an equivalent background required to perform the work of the class)
Current Washington State driver's license or evidence of equivalent mobility
Preferred
Familiarity with technology including Microsoft products, email management, and electronic plans review
Understanding of construction means and methods
Experience in construction
An ability to understand and interpret code and policy
An ability to be an independent self-starter
An ability to effectively work in a multi-cultural workplace with a diverse customer base
Benefits
Comprehensive benefits package including vacation, holiday, and sick leave
Medical, dental, vision, life and long-term disability insurance for employees and their dependents
Company
NEOGOV
NEOGOV is the leading provider of workforce management software uniquely designed for the public sector, education, and public safety.
501-1000 employees
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Funding
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2025-07-28Secondary Market· $700M
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