Assistant District Permits Manager (Civil Engineer (Transportation)) - Carbon/Monroe County

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Assistant District Permits Manager (Civil Engineer (Transportation)) - Carbon/Monroe County

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Assistant District Permits Manager (Civil Engineer (Transportation)) - Carbon/Monroe County

Salary

$69,203.00 - $90,211.00 Annually

Location

Lehigh County, PA

Job Type

Civil Service Permanent Full-Time

Job Number

CS-2026-47086-1112T

Department

Department of Transportation

Division

TR Dstr Off 500

Opening Date

04/14/2026

Closing Date

5/13/2026 11:59 PM Eastern

Job Code

1112T

Position Number

00091240

Union

AFSCME

Bargaining Unit

B4

Pay Group

ST07

Bureau / Division Code

080500

Bureau / Division

TR District Office 500

Worksite Address

1002 W Hamilton Street

City

Allentown, Pennsylvania

Zip Code

18101

Contact Name

Angie Devers

Contact Email

angdevers@pa.gov

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THE POSITION
Are you seeking a meaningful opportunity to apply your engineering expertise while supporting essential services across the Commonwealth? The Department of Transportation is searching for a talented and motivated professional to serve as a Civil Engineer (Transportation). In this role, you will provide specialized technical guidance to the Permits Offices in Carbon and Monroe Counties, ensuring that engineering principles and sound judgment are consistently applied to complex permitting decisions. If this opportunity aligns with your professional goals, we encourage you to submit your application today.
DESCRIPTION OF WORK
In this role, you will support the Highway Occupancy Permit (HOP) Unit by applying engineering principles to ensure that all permit applications meet established standards, policies, and timelines. You will review designs for new driveways and access points, evaluate field conditions, and collaborate with applicants and local officials to ensure safe and compliant access to state highways. Your work will involve both office-based analysis and field visits throughout Carbon and Monroe Counties, as well as regular work at the District Office in Allentown.Key ResponsibilitiesReview Highway Occupancy Permit applications to ensure compliance with engineering standards, regulations, and Department policies.Evaluate driveway and access designs for safety, drainage, sight distance, and overall engineering suitability.Conduct field visits and attend meetings with applicants, consultants, municipal officials, and internal staff to discuss access to highway rights-of-way.Support Carbon and Monroe County Maintenance Organizations by addressing driveway-related safety concerns, including issues caused by water or ice accumulation.Process occupancy permits, maintain accurate records, manage associated fees, and prepare detailed engineering reports.Determine the need for security instruments, such as bank letters of credit, based on project scope and engineering estimates.Review insurance documentation for permitted activities to ensure compliance with Department requirements.Provide training to staff on the use of engineering and measuring instruments.Assess the potential impacts of proposed developments on adjacent properties and determine when access or drainage releases are required.Interested in learning more? Additional details regarding this position can be f