Driver License Examiner 1

Driver License Examiner 1

About Us:

Our mission is to save lives, reduce injuries and economic loss, administer Ohio's motor vehicle laws and preserve the safety and wellbeing of all citizens.

What You'll Do as a Driver License Examiner 1:

Ohio Department of Public Safety - Bureau of Motor Vehicles/Driver Exam Services/District 6 Alum Creek

Work Hours: Tuesday - Friday 8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. & Saturday 8:00 a.m. - 2:30 p.m.

Report in location: 1583 Alum Creek Drive, Columbus, OH 43209

Conducts examination of applicants for vehicle operator's license by means of physically accompanying applicant in vehicle during road testing over a prescribed course; Instructs applicant in maneuvers to be performed during testing; Administers driving tests to applicants for class D license, motorcycle license, moped license, restricted license & other exams as required by the Bureau of Motor Vehicles; Evaluates & grades applicant's ability to drive; Utilize BMV computer systems to enter applicant information (e.g., name, date of birth, social security number, medical information, out of state driver license information, test scores, test appointments, etc.) & to administer knowledge tests for various license classes (e.g., Class D, moped & CDL - Class A, B, C) & endorsements (e.g. motorcycle, passenger, school bus, hazmat, doubles & triples, etc.).

Conducts written & oral tests to determine applicant's knowledge of laws & signs; Conducts eye tests to determine visual acuity; Grades tests to determine applicant's scores; Responds to inquiries concerning the examination process; Makes driving test appointments, either by phone, computer or by personal appearance at the facility; Prepares required forms, processes applications for licenses, maintains files & orders needed supplies; Helps to maintain the cleanliness of the facility; Performs other related duties as required.

What’s in it for you:

At the State of Ohio, we take care of the team that cares for Ohioans. We provide a variety of quality, competitive benefits to eligible full-time and part-time employees. For a list of all the State of Ohio Benefits, visit our Total Rewards website! Our benefits package includes:

Medical Coverage

• Quality, affordable, and competitive medical benefits are offered through the available Ohio Med plans.

Dental, Vision and Basic Life Insurance

• Dental, vision, and basic life insurance premiums are free after completed eligibility period. Length of eligibility period is dependent on union representation.

Time Away From Work and Work/Life Balance

• Paid time off, including vacation, personal, and sick leave
• 11 paid holidays per year
• Childbirth/Adoption leave

Employee Development Funds

• The State of Ohio offers a variety of educational and professional development funding that varies based on whether you are a union-exempt employee or a union-represented employee.

Ohio Public Employees Retirement System

• OPERS is the retirement system for State of Ohio employees. The employee contributes 10% of their salary towards their retirement. The employer contributes an amount equal to 14% of the employee’s salary. Visit the OPERS website for more information.

Deferred Compensation

• The Ohio Deferred Compensation program is a 457(b) voluntary retirement savings plan. Visit the Ohio Deferred Compensation website for more information.

Formal education in arithmetic that includes calculating fractions, decimals & percentages & in reading, writing & speaking English; 1 course or 3 mos. exp. in human/public relations valid Ohio Class 'D' Driver License; must be 21 years of age per Section 4507.05 (A) (2) (B).

• Or equivalent of Minimum Class Qualifications for Employment noted above.

Job Skill: Customer Service

Technical Skill: Customer Service

Professional Skill: Customer Focus

Ohio is a Disability Inclusion State and strives to be a Model Employer of Individuals with disabilities. The State of Ohio is committed to providing access and inclusion and reasonable accommodation in its services, activities, programs and employment opportunities in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and other applicable laws.

The State of Ohio is a drug-free Workplace which prohibits the use of marijuana (recreational marijuana/non-medical cannabis). Please note, this position may be subject to additional restrictions pursuant to the State of Ohio Drug-Free Workplace Policy (HR-39), and as outlined in the posting.

Major Worker Characteristics

KNOWLEDGE: Safety Practices (e.g., laws & signs applicable for operation of motorized vehicles, driver education); Public Relations; Human Relations; (*) Agency Policies & Procedures (i.e., BMV policies & procedures governing testing for & issuing of driver licenses); Government Structure & Process; Interviewing; Law (e. g., motor vehicle laws).

SKILL: Word Processing (Microsoft Office applications, Business Application Services System (BASS)); Equipment Operations (e.g., personal computer, vision machine, other testing equipment* & other office equipment {e.g., xerox, telephone}; Telebinocular visual activity tester.

ABILITY: Reasoning: deal with problems involving several variables in familiar context; deal with problems involving few variables in familiar context; Numerical: calculate fractions, decimals & percentages; Verbal: maintain accurate records; administer & score examinations in accordance to prescribed guidelines; handle routine telephone & in-person contact with applicants, public & other government representatives & resolve controversy with fairness; demonstrate agility, strength & dexterity to conduct vehicle inspections & dexterity in use of hands, arms, legs & feet in all vehicles for which examinations are given.

(*)Developed after employment.

Supplemental Information

TRAINING AND DEVELOPMENT REQUIRED TO REMAIN IN THE CLASSIFICATION AFTER EMPLOYMENT: Must maintain valid Ohio Class 'D' Driver License. Successful completion of agency driving training course required before end of probationary period.

UNUSUAL WORKING CONDITIONS: Required to ride in automobiles with inexperienced drivers; exposed to dust, dirt & exhaust fumes; exposed to weather conditions when working outside; required to travel from one examination facility to another as assigned; must provide own transportation; may be required to work flexible hours.

• This position may be filled by a layoff or certification eligibility list.
• This position will be filled in accordance with the applicable bargaining agreement.
• Position is identified as safety sensitive & is subject to random drug & alcohol testing in accordance with DPS 501.24.

• A BCI and FBI fingerprint check, tax check and background check, may be required on all selected applicants.
• A comparative analysis and/or drug-test may be a requirement of the hiring process.