Salary : $71,156.80 - $96,803.20 Annually
Location : Eugene, OR
Job Type: Full-Time Acting-in-Capacity (AIC)
Job Number: 04454
Department: Planning & Development Department
Division: Building & Permit Services Division
Opening Date: 06/15/2026
Closing Date: 6/28/2026 11:59 PM Pacific

General Statement of Duties
Application Deadline: Sunday, June 28, 2026, at 11:59 p.m. P.T.
Accepting Online Applications Only
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.

**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: ;

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

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 summaries as well as see information about all

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
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 will be compensated at their current rate of pay consistent with applicable collective bargaining agreement or APM.

Examples of Duties Performed - Duties may include but are not limited to the following

• Conducts technical review of development plans to assure interface of private and public infrastructure complies with applicable policies, procedures, and regulations. Drafts plan review comments addressing deficiencies and/or potential approval conditions.
• Determines appropriate connection point, materials, and methods of connection of private wastewater systems to the public system. Evaluates applications and issues permits for connections to public sewers and for work within public rights-of-way.
• Evaluates a variety of issues related to destination and water quality requirements for stormwater discharge from private development including availability of public system, method of connection to public system, compliance with adopted stormwater standards, and evaluation of private systems for capacity and stormwater quality elements.
• Performs analysis of transportation issues, including, access connection and sidewalk requirements, traffic circulation, need for Traffic Impact Analysis, other potential on-site or off-site improvements, and potential conflicts within the public right-of-way.
• Identifies presence of Special Flood Hazard Areas on development sites; communicates necessary actions to ensure development meets local, State, and Federal requirements for construction within the floodplain; provides floodplain information to the public; may coordinate the City's floodplain management program, including participation in the National Flood Insurance Program and Community Rating System.
• Evaluates site plans for presence of, and potential impacts to, natural resources including wetlands; determines if development proposal will trigger other local, State, or Federal requirements.
• Determines appropriate use classifications for new development or changes in use for Systems Development Charge review; calculates appropriate Systems Development Charges and credits.
• Participates in meetings with customers, developers, design professionals, and City departments to identify issues and infrastructure-related problems and determine acceptable alternatives during development process; explains Public Works policies and procedures.
• May provide input for land use applications such as Adjustment Review, Conditional Use, and Site Review.
• Research infrastructure maps and records in response to customer inquiries; resolves issues related to plan review.
• Periodically takes on special projects or acts as coordinator or liaison, for work group issues within organization.
• May conduct field site visits to verify or clarify aspects of permit plans.
• Researches and interprets City/County records; verifies boundary and right-of-way location from records and found survey monuments; identifies boundary line problems and makes recommendations for resolution.
• Provides training and guidance to administrative staff and other Engineering Permit Technicians within assigned training and program area.
• May be required to drive to constructions and to meet with contractors.
• Actively supports and respects diversity in the workplace.

Supervision Received and Exercised

• Receives supervision from the Permit and Erosion Supervisor and from other Building and Permit Services supervisory staff.
• Engineering Permit Technician 1 may receive lead direction from Engineering Permit Technician 2.

To view detailed information on the duties, knowledge, and abilities that may be expected for this position, please see the classification: ;
Qualifications
Studies have shown that women and people of color are less likely to apply for jobs unless they believe they are able to perform every task in the job description. We are most interested in finding the best candidate for the job, and that candidate may be one who comes with relevant transferable skills from a variety of sources and experiences. If you are interested in applying, we encourage you to think broadly about your background and skill set for the role.
When screening your application, the City will consider an equivalent combination of relevant education and experience which provides the applicant with the knowledge, skills, and abilities required to meet minimum qualifications for this position.
Engineering Permit Technician 1

Minimum Qualifications

Experience

One year of civil engineering, land surveying, plan review, landscape design, building inspection or construction, or related field experience.
Education

Two years post-secondary education at an accredited college in engineering, survey, landscape architecture, building construction, or related field.
Background

Must pass a background check.
Engineering Permit Technician 2

Minimum Qualifications

Experience

Two years of civil engineering, land surveying, plan review, landscape design, building inspection or construction, or related field experience.
Education

Two years post-secondary education at an accredited college in engineering, survey, landscape architecture, building construction, or related field.
Background

Must pass a background check.

License
Valid Oregon driver's license (or, the ability to obtain by date of hire); must pass driving records check and, if hired, maintain a driving record that meets the City's standard. Oregon law requires that an out-of-state license holder must obtain a valid Oregon license (with appropriate endorsements) within 30 days of becoming domiciled in the state (ORS 803.355).

Supplemental Information

Working Conditions
Regular focus on a computer screen. Daily use of personal computer. Daily standing and sitting for prolonged periods. Occasional attendance at meetings or activities outside of normal working hours. Occasional operation of a motor vehicle on public roads. Occasional physical exposures of inspectors including buildings, lots, and construction sites.

Bilingual Pay Benefit
Per the AFSCME contract, the City shall pay an employee an additional 5% for a required intermediate or advanced level competency. To qualify for bilingual pay, the employee must have demonstrated fluency in the required language and successfully pass a fluency examination administered by the City's Employee Resource Center division.
What to Expect from our Selection Process

Applicants are screened based upon their relevant knowledge, abilities, skills, experience, and training. The selection process varies according to the position and can include such things as screening of supplemental questionnaires, written or skill tests, ability or fitness tests, interviews, and assessment processes. In addition, background investigations and records checks may be required. Marijuana use is evaluated consistent with current state law regulations. PLEASE NOTE: Once the posting closes, the process can take 4-6 weeks to complete.