DVS Exam & Insp Spec / Driver & Vehicle Services Examining & Inspection Specialist

About the role

The Department of Public Safety (DPS) is seeking a Driver & Vehicle Services Examining & Inspection Specialist to promote public roadway safety by administering vision screening, knowledge, oral, road, and skills tests for motor vehicle operators.

Responsibilities

• Administer vision screening, knowledge, oral, road, and skills tests for motor vehicle operators.
• Ensure compliance with driving and motor vehicle laws.
• Resolve issues and negotiate with applicants during testing.
• Provide customer service in a high-volume, stressful environment.
• Manage multiple duties independently while prioritizing tasks.
• Maintain a professional demeanor and communicate effectively with diverse groups.
• Work outdoors in various weather conditions.

Requirements

• Unrestricted driver’s license.
• Ability to work cooperatively with individuals from diverse backgrounds and underserved communities.
• Physical ability to move and transport light and heavy items.
• Pass background investigation, including criminal history, reference check, fingerprinting, credit check, and driver’s license check.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Two years of experience in a customer service role.
• Knowledge of driving and motor vehicle laws.
• Ability to speak a second language (e.g., Spanish, Hmong, Somali).

Skills

• Excellent oral and written communication skills.
• Strong customer service and interpersonal skills.
• Basic math skills for cashiering and transaction processing.
• Effective problem-solving and decision-making abilities.
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple tasks.

Benefits

• Paid vacation and sick leave.
• 12 paid holidays each year.
• Low-cost medical, dental, vision, and prescription drug plans.
• Fertility care, including IVF.
• Dental and orthodontic care for adults and children.
• 6 weeks paid leave for parents of newborn or newly adopted children.
• Pension plan for income upon retirement.
• Employer-paid life insurance.
• Short-term and long-term disability insurance.
• Tax-free expense accounts for health, dental, and dependent care.

Pay

$23.31 - $32.94 per hour; $48,671 - $68,778 annually.

Schedule

Day shift: 8:00 AM - 4:30 PM, Monday - Friday.

Benefits

• Paid vacation and sick leave.
• 12 paid holidays each year.
• Low-cost medical, dental, vision, and prescription drug plans.
• Fertility care, including IVF.
• Dental and orthodontic care for adults and children.
• 6 weeks paid leave for parents of newborn or newly adopted children.
• Pension plan for income upon retirement.
• Employer-paid life insurance.
• Short-term and long-term disability insurance.
• Tax-free expense accounts for health, dental, and dependent care.