Motor Vehicle Clerk

Job Overview
Incumbents in this position are responsible for determining eligibility for various motor vehicle applications, through a review of the application and a variety of supporting documents. They check documents for accuracy and completeness of information, proof of age, conviction record and other required information. Incumbent processes documents by using a computer and related peripheral equipment. Motor Vehicle Clerks work under general supervision on standard assignments in accordance with defined procedures; detailed instructions provided for new or unusual assignments.

Duties

• Reviews and processes applications for all types of licenses and registrations, checking supporting documents for accuracy and compliance with existing laws and procedures;
• Operates computer in the processing of all motor vehicle transaction approvals and determines cause of malfunction or rejection and takes appropriate action;
• Assists customers in resolving all types of questions/issues with Driver Responsibility payments; revoked, suspended, restricted licenses, including Commercial Drivers Licenses; and requirements needed to obtain licenses and/or permits;
• Processes Enhanced and Real ID Licenses, understanding the difference between them;
• Computes, receives and accounts for all motor vehicle fees, including sales tax;
• Takes photos and scans appropriate documents, depending upon license type requested, utilizing 6-point ID system and current procedures;
• Conducts vision tests, schedules written and road tests, as required;
• Assists in the compilation of receipts, expenditures and reports for submission to the State Department of Motor Vehicles;
• Receives, counts, and stores license plates, document stickers and other supplies;
• Advises and assists applicants in the completion of various forms, including providing detailed answers to specific questions;
• Types forms, records and reports;
• Attends and participates in trainings and meetings as required;
• Participates in periodic testing to maintain certifications;
• Answers phone and responds to customer correspondence.

Candidate chosen for the position will be given a provisional appointment, must take a civil service examination, and be in the top three scores to retain position.

Minimum Qualifications: Graduation from high school or possession of a high school equivalency diploma and three (3) years of clerical experience.

NOTE: Study in a regionally accredited college or university or one registered by New York State may be substituted for the experience on a year-for-year basis.

Residency Requirement: Applications accepted from candidates who are residents of a Contiguous County to Hamilton County.

Candidate chosen, is subject to a background check and fingerprinting, prior to appointment to the position.

Proof of minimum qualifications are required at time of application.

Download an application at: https://www.hamiltoncounty.com/personnel.

Hamilton County Personnel, 102 County View Drive, PO Box 174, Lake Pleasant, NY 12108 | (518) 548-6375 / personnel@hamiltoncountyny.gov

APPLICATIONS ACCEPTED UNTIL THE POSITION IS FILLED.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $19.78 - $35.36 per hour

Expected hours: 35 per week

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Retirement plan
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• Day shift

Ability to Commute:

• Lake Pleasant, NY 12108 (Required)

Ability to Relocate:

• Lake Pleasant, NY 12108: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person

Salary : $20 - $35