License Examiner II / License Examiner I - 190599

Job Responsibilities

The License Examiner I administers road test examinations in various class vehicles, determines applicant's physical and mental fitness, and performs administrative tasks such as document preparation, customer inquiries, and routine maintenance.

Responsibilities

• Determines applicant's physical and mental fitness and competency to safely operate motor vehicles.
• Administers written, oral, and automated examinations to determine applicant's knowledge of laws and driving procedures.
• Performs pre-trip inspection on the general working condition of vehicle operated by the applicant.
• Examines, accepts, prepares, enters, and prints all documents required in issuing driver licenses, beginner permits, and identification cards for all classes; original duplicate transfers, temporary and replacement vehicle registrations, license plates, permits, and/or titles.
• This includes requests for repossessed, abandoned, salvaged, homemade, and rebuilt vehicles.
• Processes Motor Vehicle Registration Requests.
• Researches suspension inquiries, modifies driver International Registration Plan, registration credentials, and issues automobile dealership licenses.
• Answers customer inquiries pertaining to driver, vehicle, and registration, titling, and insurance requirements by phone and in person.
• Greets and directs customers to appropriate areas in the office.
• Collections all required fees and donations for the Donate Life Fund.
• Reconciles and prepares individual daily report and refund request documents.
• Computes vehicle sales taxes and makes weight adjustments to the vehicle record file.
• Receives, codes, and issues receipts for surrendered license plates; boxes surrendered plates and completes pick up requests.
• Performs routine maintenance on equipment.
• Faxes, mails documents, and runs errands for the branch office that may include trips to the post office and making bank deposits.

Minimum Requirements

• A high school diploma and relevant experience.
• A valid South Carolina driver's license and be at least 21 years old with one year driving experience.
• To be certified to administer CDL knowledge skill tests, must complete a formal CDL test examiner trainer course and examination that includes Introduction to CDL Licensing System, Overview of the CDL Tests, and Knowledge Tests.
• Ability to communicate in a professional and effective manner with internal and external customers.
• Excellent customer service skills.
• Thorough knowledge of driver licensing eligibility requirements.

Agency Requirements

• A high school diploma or equivalent.
• Must complete a nationwide criminal background check to include finger printing.

Additional Requirements

• Knowledge of driver licensing eligibility requirements.

Working Conditions

• Road tests are conducted throughout the year in a variety of weather conditions including rain, wind, summer heat, and cold winter days.
• Testing begins in the early morning hours and continues through the early evening hours.
• The work requires sitting and/or standing for prolonged periods of time, walking, and constant talking.
• Exposure to warm or cold temperatures when working outside.
• Exposure to processing chemicals used in development of driver's license.

Additional Comments

What’s in it for you? At the SCDMV you get to be part of an exceptional team and diverse culture that nurtures mutual success for our customers, employees, and our communities. We give you the tools to be successful; all you need to do is bring your best ideas, your energy, and a desire to develop your skills, experience, and career. The South Carolina DMV offers a robust and competitive benefits program.