Job Abstract

Are you looking for an exciting opportunity in the Department of Transportation? We have a fantastic opening for a Driver License Examiner! In this role, you will play a crucial part in evaluating the knowledge and skills of both non-commercial and Commercial Driver License (CDL) applicants. Your expertise will be utilized to conduct standardized examinations, ensuring that only the most competent individuals receive their driver's licenses. If you are ready to make a difference and contribute to road safety, do not hesitate to apply today!

As part of this role, you will be responsible for assessing the physical conditions and driving qualifications of applicants, as well as evaluating the mechanical condition of vehicles. This will involve following established guidelines and standards to ensure compliance and safety.

Before conducting the driving tests, you will need to perform pre-trip inspections on the vehicles. This includes checking for inspection stickers, lights, windshield wipers, and other mechanical features to ensure that they are in proper working order. This is crucial to ensure the safety of both the applicant and other road users, as well as to assess the applicant's familiarity with the vehicle controls.

Another important aspect of this position is examining applications, registrations, and permits for any signs of irregularities or potential fraud. This is done to maintain the integrity of the licensing process and ensure that only qualified individuals are granted driving privileges.

You will also be responsible for administering both the CDL and Non-CDL knowledge examinations. These tests assess the applicant's understanding of the motor vehicle code and traffic signs. Additionally, you will evaluate the applicant's practical demonstration of motor vehicle operation and their adherence to the rules of the road.

At times, you may be required to conduct audits of Third Party Examiners to ensure contract compliance. This may involve having the Third Party Examiner administer a CDL skills test to a Department Examiner in a representative vehicle, or scoring alongside the Third Party Examiner while they administer a CDL skills test to an applicant. This helps to maintain the quality and consistency of the examination process.

In addition, you will be responsible for administering various vision tests, such as telebinocular and color perception tests. These tests are important for assessing an applicant's visual acuity and ensuring that they meet the necessary requirements for safe driving.

Finally, it is essential that you strictly adhere to all aspects of the Driver and Vehicle Services Customer Service Policy. This policy outlines the standards and expectations for providing excellent customer service to all individuals interacting with the Driver License Division.

Interested in learning more? Additional details regarding this position can be found in the position description.

Work Schedule and Additional Information:

• Full-time employment, 80 hours bi-weekly
• Work hours are 8:15 AM to 4:45 PM, Tuesday - Saturday, with a 30-minute lunch
• Overtime and travel required
• Salary: In some cases, the starting salary may be non-negotiable.
• You will receive further communication regarding this position via email. Check your email, including spam/junk folders, for these notices.

QUALIFICATIONS
Minimum Experience and Training Requirements:

• One year of experience as a Driver License Examiner Assistant (commonwealth title); or
• Two years of experience obtaining, evaluating, and providing information to the public.

• All positions require an active Pennsylvania non-commercial Class C Driver’s License or equivalent and twenty-one years of age at the time of application.
• All positions require no suspensions or revocations of a driver’s license during the five year period immediately preceding employment.
• All employees in this job hired after February 28, 2022, are required to obtain an active unrestricted Class M driver’s license within the first six months of employment
  or before the end of the probationary period and maintain it during employment.
• Possession of an active Class A Pennsylvania Commercial Driver's License or equivalent with the following endorsements: P and N. The Commercial Driver License cannot have any of the following restrictions: E, L, N, O, or Z.

• You must meet the PA residency requirement. For more information on ways to meet PA residency requirements, follow the link and click on Residency.
• You must be able to perform essential job functions.

• A conditional offer of employment will require submission of criminal history reports. See hiring agency contact information.
• This position requires the selected candidate to undergo and pass a Fingerprint and Name-Based Criminal History Check prior to employment.

How to Apply:

• Resumes, cover letters, and similar documents will not be reviewed, and the information contained therein will not be considered for the purposes of determining your eligibility for the position. Information to support your eligibility for the position must be provided on the application (i.e., relevant, detailed experience/education).

• If you are claiming education in your answers to the supplemental application questions, you must attach a copy of your college transcripts for your claim to be accepted toward meeting the minimum requirements. Unofficial transcripts are acceptable.
• Your application must be submitted by the posting closing date. Late applications and other required materials will not be accepted.
• Failure to comply with the above application requirements may eliminate you from consideration for this position.

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If you are contacted for an interview and need accommodations due to a disability, please discuss your request for accommodations with the interviewer in advance of your interview date.

• Completing the application, including all supplemental questions, serves as your exam for this position. No additional exam is required at a test center (also referred to as a written exam).
• Your score is based on the detailed information you provide on your application and in response to the supplemental questions.
• Your score is valid for this specific posting only.
• You must provide complete and accurate information or:
  • your score may be lower than deserved.
  • you may be disqualified.
• You may only apply/test once for this posting.
• Your results will be provided via email.