VIN Inspector

VIN Inspector

Job Opening ID #: 208416

Location: Topeka / Shawnee County

Job Posting Closes: Open Until Filled

Kansas Highway Patrol www.KHPJobs.org

About the Position:

• Who can apply: Anyone (External)
• Classified/Unclassified Service: Classified
• Full/Part-time: Full-Time
• Work Schedule: 7:30am – 4:00pm
• Eligible to Receive Benefits: YES
• Veteran’s Preference Eligible: YES

Compensation:

• Hourly Pay: $15.03

Note: Salary can vary depending upon education, experience, or qualifications.

Position Summary & Responsibilities:

Position Summary: The VIN Inspector position is an entry level position that works closely with fellow employees receiving constant on-the-job training to gain knowledge and experience. Uniforms are worn for this position.

Job Responsibilities may include but are not limited to the following: Conduct investigations, inspections, and other activities related to the MVE program in accordance with the law and Patrol policies. Examine and confirm the identity of vehicles previously titled in a foreign state or country when applicant desires to obtain Kansas title/registration. Check titles and other VIN related documents for accuracy, authenticity, and evidence of alterations. Provide prompt, courteous, and efficient service to the public. Detect evidence of tampering of vehicle identification numbers and odometer fraud, titling and/or registration law violations, and other fraud associated with vehicles. Notify dispatch when a person, vehicle and/or component part are determined to be wanted or stolen. Maintain complete and accurate fiscal records of all transactions. Constant contact with the public and auto dealer official. Must be able to legally drive KHP vehicles for job related duties. Regular, reliable, dependable, performance is an essential function.

For a full position description email request to KHP.Career@KS.GOV , please include the Job ID #.

Qualifications:

Education: High School Diploma or GED equivalent.

Licensing & Certification: Valid Driver’s License.

Minimum Requirements: Must have the ability to see details up close and at a distance. Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with co-workers, customers, and general public; communicate effectively with internal and external customers both orally and in writing. Able to perform basic mathematical calculations. Incumbent is required to work in all types of weather. Incumbent must be able to bend, stretch, twist, reach with body, arms, and/or legs.

Preferred Qualifications: Possess customer service, and basic computer skills. One year of experience in inspecting vehicle identification numbers, and examining vehicle titles/ownership documents, and registration documents.

Post-Offer, Pre-employment Requirements: Must submit to and pass a background investigation. Must be able to bend. stretch, twist, reach with body, arms and/or legs. Must have the ability to see details up close and at a distance.

Persons applying for positions with KHP will be subject to background investigation, fingerprints, and/or drug screening.

Recruiter Contact Information:

• Name: LT. Josh MacEwan
• Email: Josh.MacEwan@KS.GOV
• Phone Number: 785-213-7109
• Troop V HQ: 785-368-8084

Required documents for this application to be complete:

On the Careers - My Job Applications page, verify these documents are present and valid. Upload or delete and upload new if needed:

• State of Kansas Online Application
• Transcripts
• DD214 (if you are claiming Veteran’s Preference)

Inside this job’s Job Application, upload these documents:

• Resume
• Cover Letter (optional)

Job Application Process

• Sign into your existing account or Register for a new one to apply.
• Complete or review your contact information on the My Contact Information page.
• Upload documents listed in the Required Documents section of the job posting to the appropriate location.

How to Claim Veterans Preference

Veterans’ Preference Eligible (VPE): Former military personnel or their spouse that have been verified as a "veteran"; under K.S.A. 73-201 will receive an interview if they meet the minimum competency factors of the position. The veterans' preference laws do not guarantee the veteran a job. Positions are filled with the best qualified candidate as determine by the hiring manager.

Learn more about claiming Veteran’s Preference

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• Frequently Asked Questions

Equal Employment Opportunity

The State of Kansas is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We value diversity, equity, and inclusion as essential elements that create and foster a welcoming workplace. All qualified persons will be considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, political affiliation, disability or any other factor unrelated to the essential functions of the job.

If you wish to identify yourself as a qualified person with a disability under the Americans with Disabilities Act and would like to request an accommodation, please address the request to the recruiter.

Employment Benefits:

• Comprehensive medical, mental, dental, vision, and additional coverage
• Sick & Vacation leave
• Work-Life Balance programs: parental leave, military leave, jury leave, funeral leave
• Paid State Holidays
• Fitness Centers in select locations
• Employee discounts with the STAR Program
• Retirement and deferred compensation programs
• Kansas Highway Patrol has both KPERS and KP&F eligible positions. If you have retired, you will have a waiting period before you can go back to work for a KPERS/ KP&F employer.

Visit the Employee Benefits page for more information…