"Alerted.org

The Montana Department of Transportation is recruiting for a License and Permit Technician. Licensing and Permitting Technicians issue licensing and permitting credentials to the Motor Carrier Industry, in compliance with state and federal regulations. Licensing activities may include processing new applications as well as processing renewal applications. Processing permitting applications will include review of permit applications in relation to issuance of permits for permits to individuals and companies with oversize, over-weight and excess axle weights in relation to statutory regulations. Technicians are responsible for account management, registration, certification, application and permitting processing activities. This position involves substantial customer service activity and phone interaction with customers. Communication/customer focus skills are essential. *This position is part of a career ladder with career advancement opportunities. * For a full job description, please contact Angela Murolo at [email protected] Benefits of working for the Montana Department of Transportation and the State of Montana include: • Culture of public service and a commitment to work/life balance • Potential hybrid remote work arrangement available (if applicable) • Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance *Benefits apply on first day of employment *Access to Montana Health Centers, low-cost clinics for state employees and their families • State Retirement plan and additional savings opportunities (deferred compensation) • Paid vacation, sick leave, and holidays • Eligibility for Public Service Student Loan Forgiveness About Helena: Situated roughly halfway between Yellowstone and Glacier National Parks, Helena is the capital of Montana. Famous for its historic downtown that abuts miles of hiking and biking trails in its South Hills, it is an excellent place to live, work, and recreate. https://helenamt.com/ For information on the Montana Department of Transportation’s mission, vision, and values, please visit our website: https://www.mdt.mt.gov/about.aspx#values House Bill 13, passed by the 2025 State Legislature, will include an increase to the base pay for this position by $1.00 per hour or 2.5%, whichever is greater, beginning July 1, 2025. *Minimum Qualifications:* High School Diploma or equivalent plus one (1) year experience in an occupation which requires communication skills and direct customer service. Experience in a field directly involving motor vehicle permitting and licensing is preferred. Alternatively, any other licensing or permitting experience; business, accounting, bookkeeping, or administrative experience which also requires public contact and customer assistance may substitute for experience requirements on a year-for-year basis. Only electronic applications will be accepted. All required additional materials must be submitted by closing date. If you need assistance in completing the online application, please contact your local job service. If you need an accommodation with the application process, please contact the HR office. The Montana Department of Transportation (MDT) is committed to continuous improvement of our employee safety program, our safety and health processes, and to achieving an injury-free workplace. This agency may use a training assignment. Employees in training assignments may be paid below the base pay established by the agency pay rules. Conditions of the training assignment will be stated in writing at the time of hire. *Required Application Materials:* * Resume and Cover Letter Your online application and all required additional materials must be submitted before midnight on the closing date. Ensure all materials submitted are selected as “Relevant.” Applications that do not have the attached resume will be considered an incomplete application. If you need an accommodation with the application process, please contact the HR representative listed below. *Other Information:* The Montana Department of Transportation (MDT) is committed to continuous improvement of our employee safety program and our safety and health processes, and to achieving an injury-free workplace. The Montana Department of Transportation is an equal opportunity employer. Women, racial and ethnic minorities, people with disabilities, and veterans and disabled veterans are encouraged to apply. People with disabilities needing assistance in the application process, or those needing this job announcement in an alternative format may call the Human Resources and Occupational Safety Division, at 406.444.6054. House Bill 13, passed by the 2025 State Legislature, increased state employee base pay for by $1.00 per hour or 2.5%, whichever is greater, beginning July 1, 2025. The advertised pay rate includes this increase. **Title:** *License Permit Technician 1* **Location:** *Helena* **Requisition ID:** *25141296*