Chief Transportation Inspector

Announcement Number: 2111114328

JOE LOMBARDO

Governor

STATE OF NEVADA KRISTOPHER SANCHEZ

Director B&I

VAUGHN HARTUNG

Chairman

DAWN GIBBONS

Commissioner

R. DAVID GROOVER

Commissioner

DEPARTMENT OF BUSINESS AND INDUSTRY

NEVADA TRANSPORTATION AUTHORITY

Las Vegas: 3300 West Sahara Avenue, Suite 200, Las Vegas, Nevada 89102 (702) 486-3303

• Fax (702) 486-2590
  
  

Reno: 1755 East Plumb Lane, Suite 229, Reno, Nevada 89502 (775) 687-9790

• Fax (775) 688-2802
  
  

Website: nta.nv.gov

Unclassified Job Announcement

Posted - March 19, 2025

CHIEF TRANSPORTATION INSPECTOR

Recruitment

The Nevada Transportation Authority ("Authority") is seeking qualified applicants for the position

of Chief Transportation Inspector ("Chief Enforcement Investigator"). This is an unclassified, at

will, full-time exempt position within Nevada State government. This is an open competitive

recruitment, open to all qualified applicants, appointed by and serving at the pleasure of the Deputy

Commissioner.

Agency Responsibilities

The Nevada Transportation Authority (NTA) administers and enforces state laws pertaining to

passenger transportation, household goods movers, storage of household goods, and tow cars. The

NTA has been charged with the responsibility of providing fair and impartial regulation to promote

safe, adequate, economical, and efficient service, and to foster sound economic conditions in motor

transportation. The NTA encourages the establishment and maintenance of reasonable charges for

intrastate transportation by fully regulated carriers and non-consent towing services. The NTA also

has responsibility for the taxicab industry throughout the State except in Clark County. Statutory

Authority: NRS 706, NRS 706A, NRS 706B and NRS 712.

Position Description

Under the direction of the Deputy Commissioner, the Chief Transportation Inspector is responsible

For Managing Statewide Functions, Including

• Working with public officials and law enforcement at the national, state, and local levels
  
  

to maintain a comprehensive compliance and enforcement program.

• Monitoring compliance, investigating, and enforcing violations of state and federal laws
  
  

and regulations relative to motor carriers regulated by the NTA.

• Developing, implementing, monitoring, and maintaining enforcement and compliance
  
  

objectives, priorities, policies, and procedures.

• Supervising and coordinating the activities of the Enforcement and Compliance units to
  
  

meet agency goals and objectives. Responsible for investigative, law enforcement and

program-related activities of investigative staff.

• Coordinating and recording POST training for sworn investigators and ensuring annual
  
  

POST re-certification of all investigators.

• Reviewing and making recommendations for the Enforcement Procedure manual.
• Reviewing and updating Essential Functions and Performance Standards for positions to
  
  

ensure job description accurately reflects the current responsibilities and skill requirements

needed to perform the positions effectively.

• Creating and updating the training manual.
• Maintaining statistics and tracking investigations, citations, backgrounds of applicants,
  
  

operational inspections, and all other enforcement activities for the Chairman.

• Develop a strategic plan to ensure the safety of the riding public while at the same time
  
  

decreasing illegal transportation throughout the State of Nevada. Regularly monitor

enforcement's progress and refine strategies to ensure alignment with the key objectives

outlined in the strategic plan. Conduct regular evaluations to measure effectiveness and

implement necessary adjustments, maintaining focus on achieving the overarching goals

set forth in the organization's long-term vision.

• Overseeing the vehicle maintenance program and smog testing.
• Acting as Safety Coordinator for the agency and advising the Safety Committee on related
  
  

topics and regulations. Maintains safety records for OSHA and compiles the yearly report

to Nevada's Risk Management. Develops, updates, and maintains program plans for the

agency e.g., safety plan, evacuation plan, fire prevention plan, etc. Conducts all accident

and injury investigations.

• Conducts oral boards and oversees background investigations for new hire investigators
  
  

and promotions.

• Occasional travel to Northern Nevada offices.
  
  

To Qualify

• Three or more years of increasing responsibility in law enforcement with management
  
  

level experience.

• Must meet current Category 2 or higher Peace Officer Standards & Training (P.O.S.T.)
  
  

requirements as established in the Nevada Revised Statutes and Nevada Administrative

Code.

• A quarterly qualifying score of 70 or better with a firearm will be required.
• Pursuant to NRS 284.4066, this position has been identified as affecting public safety.
  
  

Persons offered employment in this position must submit to a pre-employment screening

for controlled substances.

• A valid driver's license is required at the time of appointment and as a condition of
  
  

continued employment.

• A pre-employment criminal history check and fingerprinting are required. Persons offered
  
  

employment in this position will be required to pay for these items.

• Provide an example of a strategic plan that would benefit the safety of the riding public
  
  

and reduce illegal transportation throughout the State of Nevada.

Skills Required: Must be able to work independently with minimal supervision as well as in a team

environment in collaboration with Commissioners, Deputy Commissioner, agency managers, and

other staff members. Must be able to objectively engage in work procedures, products, and

processes. Must have excellent oral and written communication skills and possess a high degree of

organizational professionalism and leadership abilities. Must be able to direct, mentor and motivate

personnel; research, analyze, produce, review, and edit work product; compile and summarize

information in periodic or special reports related to assignments; and contribute effectively to the

successful accomplishment of Authority goals, objectives, and activities. May be expected to

perform additional job- related duties and develop additional specific job-related knowledge and

Skills As Required.

APPROXIMATE ANNUAL SALARY AND Benefits:

Up to $131,718.00 USD. *Salary range reflects retirement (PERS) contributions by both the

employee and employer. An employer paid contribution plan is also available with a reduced gross

salary. The State benefits package includes a retirement system, paid health, vision, dental, life and

disability insurance, 12 paid holidays, and paid sick and annual leave. Other employee paid benefits such

as deferred compensation plans are available.

Position Location: Las Vegas, Nevada

APPLICATIONS WILL BE ACCEPTED UNTIL THE POSITION IS FILLED.

To Apply, Submit

• Cover Letter
• Resume
• P.O.S.T. Certificate
• Professional References (minimum three)
• Provide an example of a strategic plan that would benefit the safety of the riding public and reduce
  
  

illegal transportation throughout the State of Nevada.

Submit Resume And Required Information To

Department of Business and Industry

c/o Sandy Nunnelee

1830 E. College Parkway

Carson City, NV 89701

SNunnelee@business.nv.gov

Subject: Chief Transportation Inspector

Failure to provide the resume with all the required information listed above will deem the

application incomplete. Resumes will be accepted on a first come, first served basis. Hiring may

occur at any time during the recruitment process. Resumes must include a detailed description

of employment history to include names and addresses of employers, reasons for leaving and

scope of responsibility.

The State of Nevada is an equal opportunity employer dedicated to building diverse, inclusive, and

innovative work environments with employees who reflect our communities and enthusiastically

serve them. All applicants are considered without regard to race, color, national origin, religion

or belief, age, disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy,

domestic partnership, genetic information (GINA), or compensation and/or wages.

Closing Date/Time: Until recruitment needs are satisfied