What are the responsibilities and job description for the Driver License Examiner (Jeannette) position at State of Pennsylvania?
Salary : $47,883.00 - $72,189.00 Annually
Location : Westmoreland County, PA
Job Type : Civil Service Permanent Full-Time
Job Number : CS-2025-16901-71040
Department : Department of Transportation
Division : TR Drvr Lcnsng
Opening Date : 01 / 22 / 2025
Closing Date : 2 / 5 / 2025 11 : 59 PM Eastern
Job Code : 71040
Position Number : 00181006
Union : AFSCME
Bargaining Unit : G1
Pay Group : ST05
Bureau / Division Code : 00087200
Bureau / Division : Transportation / Jeannette Driver License Center
Worksite Address : 1100 Lowry Ave
City : Jeannette, Pennsylvania
Zip Code : 15644
Contact Email : ra-pddotcentraljobs@pa.gov
THE POSITION
The Department of Transportation is seeking an individual to administer standardized tests aimed at assessing the skills and qualifications of applicants for Non-Commercial Driver Licenses. This role involves evaluating both the physical and driving capabilities of candidates, as well as inspecting vehicles to ensure they meet the required safety standards. The position entails direct interaction with customers, allowing for both independent work and collaboration within a team environment, while reporting directly to the Driver License Center Supervisor.
DESCRIPTION OF WORK
In this role, you will be responsible for conducting standardized on-road assessments to assess the skills and competencies of applicants seeking a Non-Commercial Driver License, ensuring that the process is carried out safely and with courtesy. You will evaluate the physical condition and driving qualifications of each applicant, as well as the mechanical state of their vehicles, adhering to established guidelines and standards. Prior to administering driving tests, you will perform thorough pre-trip inspections of the vehicles, checking for inspection stickers, operational lights, windshield wipers, and other essential mechanical features to guarantee safety and confirm the applicant's familiarity with vehicle controls. Additionally, you will review applications, registrations, and permits to identify any potential irregularities or fraudulent activities. You will also administer both Commercial Driver's License (CDL) and Non-CDL knowledge examinations, which assess applicants' understanding of the motor vehicle code and traffic signs, while evaluating their practical driving skills and adherence to road rules. Furthermore, you will conduct vision tests, including telebinocular and color perception assessments, to ensure that applicants meet the necessary visual standards for safe driving.
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Work Schedule and Additional Information :
- Full-time employment, 40 - hour work week.
- Work hours are 8 : 15 AM to 4 : 45 PM, Tuesday - Saturday, with a 30-minute lunch.
- Overtime and Travel may be required.
- Salary : In some cases, the starting salary may be non-negotiable.
- You will receive further communication regarding this position via email. Check your email, including spam / junk folders, for these notices
REQUIRED EXPERIENCE, TRAINING & ELIGIBILITY
QUALIFICATIONS
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The Commonwealth is an equal employment opportunity employer and is committed to a diverse workforce. The Commonwealth values inclusion as we seek to recruit, develop, and retain the most qualified people to serve the citizens of Pennsylvania. The Commonwealth does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religious creed, ancestry, union membership, age, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, AIDS or HIV status, disability, or any other categories protected by applicable federal or state law. All diverse candidates are encouraged to apply.
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Do you possess a valid driver's license which is not under suspension?
If you answered "yes", please provide the issuing state, Driver's License number, and expiration date in the text box below. If you answered "no", type N / A.
Are you 21 years of age or older?
Have you had any suspensions or revocations of a driver's license during the five year period immediately preceding employment?
Do you possess a current Commercial Driver's License?
If you have a CDL, is the air brakes restriction (L) removed from your license?
Do you have BOTH a P endorsement AND an N endorsement on your CDL?
Do you have BOTH a P endorsement AND an X endorsement on your CDL?
Does your Commercial Driver's License have any of the following restrictions : E, L, N, O, or Z?
Do you have a valid Class M Driver's License?
If you do not have a valid Class M Driver's License, would you be willing to obtain this license within the first 6 months of employment?
Have you been employed by the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania as a Driver License Examiner Assistant for one or more years full-time?
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Do you possess two years of full-time experience obtaining, evaluating, and providing information to the public?
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You must complete the supplemental questions below. These supplemental questions are the exam and will be scored. They are designed to give you the opportunity to relate your experience and training background to the major activities (Work Behaviors) performed in this position. Failure to provide complete and accurate information may delay the processing of your application or result in a lower-than-deserved score or disqualification. You must complete the application and answer the supplemental questions. Resumes, cover letters, and similar documents will not be reviewed for the purposes of determining your eligibility for the position or to determine your score.
All information you provide on your application and supplemental questions is subject to verification. Any misrepresentation, falsification or omission of material facts is subject to penalty. If requested, you must provide documentation, including names, addresses, and telephone numbers of individuals who can verify the validity of the information you provide in the application and supplemental questions.
Read each work behavior carefully. Determine and select which "Level of Performance" most closely represents your highest level of experience / training. List the employer(s) / training source(s) from your Work or Education sections of the application where you gained this experience / training. The "Level of Performance" you choose for each work behavior must be clearly supported within the description of the experience and training information entered in your application or your score may be lowered. In order to receive credit for experience, you must have worked in a job for at least six months in which the experience claimed was a major function.
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WORK BEHAVIOR 1 - CONDUCTS NON-COMMERCIAL AND COMMERCIAL DRIVER LICENSE KNOWLEDGE EXAMINATIONS
Conducts non-commercial and commercial driver license (CDL) knowledge examinations for applicants to ensure they have a knowledge and understanding of the PA Motor Vehicle Code, laws, rules and regulations, operating procedures and practical ability to interpret road signs and signals.
Levels of Performance
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WORK BEHAVIOR 2 - CONDUCTS NON-COMMERCIAL AND COMMERCIAL DRIVER LICENSE PRE-TRIP AND DRIVER SKILLS TESTS
Conducts non-commercial and commercial driver license (CDL) pre-trip and driving skills tests. Determines vehicle characteristics to ensure appropriate tests are administered. Reviews and checks for valid vehicle registration and insurance and conducts appropriate safety inspections prior to administering examinations on specifically constructed test sites, established road-simulation courses, and / or established routes on public roads.
Levels of Performance
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WORK BEHAVIOR 3 - REVIEWS AND PROCESSES IDENTITY DOCUMENTS AND CREDENTIALS
Reviews and processes identity documents and credentials by accessing various tools, systems and databases. If required, authenticates and identifies documents used to establish identity and eligibility for driver license / identification card products and to aid in identifying irregularities and fraud. Identity documents include but are not limited to birth certificates, U.S. Passports, Social Security Cards, court documents, and immigration documents issued by the Department of Homeland Security.
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WORK BEHAVIOR 4 - COMMUNICATION
Communicates information related to driver license applications, required documents, testing procedures, test results, and the complaint process to customers.
Levels of Performance
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Salary : $47,883 - $72,189
