Permit Technician - Development Services (Portland, Tx)

Between $10.55 and $29.80 Per Hour DOE (Depends on Experience) Position range in Coastal Bend $12.94

• $21.37 Per hour Permit Technician
• Development Services (Portland, Tx)

PORTLAND

• CITY OF

Occupation:

Office and Administrative Support Workers, All Other

Location:

PORTLAND, TX

• 78374-3705 Positions available: 1 Job #: 17002094

Source:

WorkInTexas

Posted:

04/14/2026

Updated:

04/17/2026

Expires:

06/12/2026

Web Site:

WorkInTexas Onsite /

Remote:

Work onsite all of the time

Job Type:

Regular, Full Time (30 Hours or More), Permanent Employment, Day Shift Job Requirements and Properties Help for Job Requirements and Properties. Work Onsite Full Time Education Associate's Degree Experience 60 Month(s) DL Required Schedule Full Time Job Type Regular Duration Permanent Employment Shift Day Shift Benefits Help for . Job Details Category Development Services Status Open Non-Exempt Salary $20.55

• $29.80 DOQ Posted March 2, 2026 5:00 PM Closing Open Until Filled Permit Technician
• Development Services The City of Portland is currently recruiting for the position of Permit Technician.

The Permit Technician performs a variety of responsible technical and specialized administrative duties in support of Building Department operations. This position is responsible for processing permits, maintaining records and legal documentation, and managing related correspondence, plans, and data. The Permit Technician also provides professional, efficient, and customer-focused assistance to residents, contractors, and the general public while ensuring compliance with department procedures and regulations. This position is subject to the City of Portland's Background Investigation and Drug Testing Policy. New hires are required to provide proof of identity and legal authority to work in the United States per Federal law.

THE CITY OF PORTLAND IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

The City of Portland offers a generous benefits package that includes paid health, dental, vision, life insurance and disability insurance, paid vacation, sick leave and holidays. Portland is a TMRS City at 7%, 2:1 match. Optional 457, Roth IRA and Cafeteria Plans available. Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent
• Two year of related work experience.
• Ability to obtain a Permit Technician Certification within 6 months of hire.

Miscellaneous Information Applications available online at portlandtx.gov. Completed applications may be emailed to humanresources@portlandtx.gov, hand-delivered, or mailed to the City of Portland, Human Resources, 1900 Billy G. Webb Drive, Portland, Texas 78374. Resumes not accepted in lieu of a complete City of Portland application. EOE