License Examiner II / License Examiner II - 192487
This position is located at the Gaffney Department of Motor Vehicles (DMV) Branch Office in Gaffney, SC.
Responsibilities
- Administer road test examinations in all of the following class vehicles:
- Class A: Any combination of vehicles with Gross Vehicle Weight Rating (GVWR) of 26,001 pounds provided the GVWR of vehicle being towed is in excess of 10,000 pounds.
- Class B: Any single unit vehicle with a GVWR of 26,001 or more pounds, or any such towing vehicle not in excess of 10,000 pounds.
- Class C: Any single unit vehicle or combination of vehicles that does not meet the definition of A or B, but that is either designed to transport 16 or more passengers including the driver or is placarded for hazardous materials.
- Class D: Passenger vehicles and all non-commercial vehicles that do not exceed 26,000 pounds gross vehicle weight.
- Class E: Non-commercial single unit vehicles and all non-commercial vehicles that do not exceed 26,000 pounds gross vehicle weight.
- Class F: Non-commercial combination vehicles that exceed 26,000 pounds gross vehicle weight.
- Class M: Motorcycles and CDLs if in a CDL Office.
- Determine applicant's physical and mental fitness and competency to safely operate motor vehicles.
- Administer written, oral and automated examinations to determine applicant's knowledge of laws and driving procedures.
- Perform pre-trip inspection on the general working condition of vehicle operated by the applicant.
- Examine, accept, prepare, enter, and print 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.
- Perform edits of the customer's name and address fields.
- Process Motor Vehicle Registration Requests.
- Research suspension inquiries, modify driver International Registration Plan, registration credentials and issue automobile dealership licenses.
- Answer customer inquiries pertaining to driver, vehicle, and registration, titling, and insurance requirements by phone and in person.
- Greet and direct customers to appropriate areas in the office.
- Collect all requirement fees and donations for the Donate Life Fund.
- Reconcile and prepare individual daily report and refund request documents.
- Compute vehicle sales taxes and make weight adjustments to the vehicle record file.
- Receive, code and issue receipts for surrendered license plates; box surrendered plates and complete pick up requests.
- Perform routine maintenance on equipment.
- Fax, mail documents, and run errands for the branch office that may include trips to the post office and making bank deposits.
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.
Tasks are completed in a climate-controlled office setting but the incumbent is required to be outdoors and, on the road, to conduct tests. 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.
The person holding this position may be required to relocate to an office within 30 miles of their home office if business needs require. This position is in a Tier Two office location.
Minimum and Additional Requirements
- A high school diploma or equivalent and relevant experience.
- Must have a valid South Carolina driver's license and be at least 21 years of age with one year driving experience.
- Before being 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.
- Application of DMV organizational competencies.
The License Examiner II reports directly to the Branch Manager or Asst. Branch Manager and is responsible for administering road test examinations. Under limited supervision, the incumbent evaluates the skills and abilities of applicants to operate a motor vehicle for all classes of driver license by means of road demonstration testing.
Benefits
- Health, dental, vision, long term disability, and life insurance for employees, spouse and children (also available for temporary employees working over 30 hours per week)
- 15 days annual (vacation) leave per year
- 15 days sick leave per year
- 13 paid holidays
- State Retirement Plan and Deferred Compensation Programs (optional for Temporary Employees)
- An exceptional Employee Assistance Program (EAP) at no cost to the employee or members of their household
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.