Vehicle Emissions Inspector Public Service Representative 3
Vehicle Emissions Inspector Public Service Representative 3
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Initial Posting Date:
03/11/2025Application Deadline:
03/18/2025Agency:
Department of Environmental QualitySalary Range:
$3626 $4941Position Type:
EmployeePosition Title:
Vehicle Emissions Inspector (Public Service Representative 3Job Description:
The Oregon Department of Environmental Quality strives to build and sustain an inclusive and equitable environment that embraces and values diversity. Employees at all levels of the agency work together to foster fairness equity inclusion and belonging. We strive to be a workplace where we share our authentic identities while advancing our individual professional goals and while collaborating to protect preserve and enhance the environment for current and future generations. We celebrate and appreciate diversity champion equity and treat each other with respect and dignity. We are an equal opportunity employer and do not discriminate based on race color national origin ethnicity veteran status gender sexual orientation religion age or physical or mental disability.
Candidates from diverse backgrounds are encouraged to apply. We are most interested in finding the best candidate for the job and that candidate may not meet every one of our listed preferred qualifications. Lived experience may count towards the preferred qualification. If you are excited about this position we encourage you to apply. If you are unsure as to whether or not you meet the qualifications of this position please contact us to discuss your application.
Do you have strong customer service skills and enjoy working with a variety of customers Do you work well both independently and as part of a team If so please consider a career with the State of Oregon at the Department of Environmental Quality (DEQ). At DEQ employees have the opportunity to work with a dynamic and supportive team of missionfocused individuals tasked with maintaining restoring and enhancing the quality of Oregons air land and water. Here is a video about DEQ: Oregon Department of Environmental Quality (DEQ) currently has a fulltime opportunity for a Vehicle Emissions Inspector (Public Service Representative 3 at its Sunset Clean Air Station in Hillsboro Oregon. The list of qualified candidates may be used to fill future vacancies at any of the Portland area testing stations located in Clackamas Gresham Hillsboro NE Portland and Sherwood.
This position is limited duration through September 30 2026 with the potential of being extended or made permanent pending Budget and Legislature approval.
About DEQ!
The Oregon Department of Environmental Quality is the primary regulatory agency of the government of the U.S. State of Oregon responsible for protecting and enhancing the states natural resources. Here is a video about DEQ: close to half the population of the State of Oregon the Vehicle Inspection Program (VIP) is one of the signature programs of the Oregon DEQ. The VIP is responsible for ensuring over 1 million vehicles in the Portland and Medford areas have well maintained emission control systems and VIP plays a significant role in the Ozone SIP air toxics reductions and implementation of Oregons low emissions vehicle program for reducing greenhouse gases. Within its testing boundaries the VIP program is responsible for about 2/3 of vehicle registrations and VIN inspections for the Department of Motor Vehicles. VIP staff count for 1/6 of the entire Agency staff.
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What you will do!
This is not your typical customer service job. Our Vehicle Emissions Inspectors are trained to use stateoftheart technology to quickly and efficiently test over 500000 vehicles every year in the Portland metro area to ensure they are compliant with State and Federal emissions standards.
Inspectors provide quality customer service in all aspects of the vehicle emission inspection process including:
- Directing and instructing vehicle drivers on test procedures.
- Entering accurate emission test data and verifying emission control information.
- Attaching test equipment to vehicle systems and conducting testing
- Communicating test results to vehicle owners including information on how to resolve failed tests.
- Processing high volumes of paperwork and financial transactions accurately.
- Completing office duties as assigned including entering financial information into a spreadsheet and preparing bank deposits.
- Working at other station locations on short notice depending on business needs.
Whats in it for you!
The opportunity to work in a productive and creative environment where no two days are ever the same!DEQ cares deeply about employee wellness and benefits. We offer a competitive benefits package that offers comprehensive medical dental and vision plans for the employee and their qualified family members as well as paid sick leave vacation leave personal leave and 11 paid holidays a year addition we offer membership in the Public Employees Retirement System (PERS) and you have the opportunity to potentially receive loan forgiveness under the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program (PSLF). If you are passionate about Oregons environment apply today!
This is a fulltime AFSCME represented position.
This recruitment may be used to fill future vacancies.
What are we looking for
Minimum Qualifications: Two years of experience in customer service. One year must have included the explanation of rules regulations and policies and responsibility for dealing with unique or unusual situations.
Candidates who are most competitive will also reflect the following desired attributes:
- Ability to promote a culture of respect inclusiveness and appreciation of diverse perspectives backgrounds and values.
- Experience providing a high level of professional customer service and performing duties while working effectively with diverse and sometimes difficult clientele.
- Ability to communicate in a friendly open and respectful manner in person over the telephone and via email.
- Ability to work cooperatively and develop effective working relationships with diverse work groups and the general public.
- Experience with monetary transactions that included handling cash and making change as well as processing debit/credit payments.
- Experience entering data or retrieving information from a computer.
- Knowledge and/or experience in a vehicle emissions testing environment.
Working Conditions:
DEQ believes in a diverse and inclusive work environment. All employees are expected to contribute to a work environment that collectively values and benefits from respecting its diversity and promotes a culture of inclusiveness.
Work involves repetitious bending kneeling and stooping; standing and walking for extended periods; and lifting of approximately 25 pounds. Work will occur in an environment that includes vehicle exhaust fumes noise and heat. Work will occur in all weather conditions and involve exposure to outdoor elements.
How to Apply: (complete the application in full)
- External Applicants Click on the Apply button and submit your application. Click this link for the External Candidate job aid and view this video for additional information.
- Internal Applicants (current State of Oregon employees): Apply through your employee Workday account. View this knowledge article for assistance.
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Help Your Application Rise to the Top!
Your application materials are the perfect opportunity to highlight your interest in the position and showcase your amazing skills and experience. In addition to your related work experience and education DEQ will use the desired attributes and minimum qualifications above under the What are we looking for section to determine whom to interview. Please make sure your attributes and minimum qualifications are clearly demonstrated in your application materials.
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Veterans Information:
DEQ provides veterans preference points to all eligible veterans. For more information on veterans preference please visit Veterans Resources or call the Oregon Department of Veterans Affairs at:. For privacy reasons please do not attach veterans preference documents when initially applying. Instead you will be asked to submit those at a later time as part of a future task in Workday.
Equal Pay Analysis:
As an employer the State of Oregon complies with HB 2005 the Pay Equity Bill. We do not discriminate on the basis of protected class in the payment of wages and we do not screen applicants on the basis of their current or past compensation. Please visit for more information. Please note: the salary listed is the nonPERS qualifying salary range. If the successful candidate is PERS qualifying the salary range will reflect an additional 6.95 6 goes to PERS and .95 covers payroll taxes). Please review the Classification and Compensation page for more details.
Work Authorization:
DEQ does not offer visa sponsorships. On the first day of employment all hires will be required to complete the US Department of Homeland Securitys Form I9 confirming authorization to work in the United States. In addition hires will have three business days from their first day of employment to present documents that establish employment authorization and identity. DEQ is an EVerify employer and will use EVerify to confirm that hires are authorized to work in the United States.
Questions/Need Help
If you have questions about the recruitment or need assistance to participate in the application process please contact DEQs Recruitment Team at or. TTY users: please use the Oregon Telecommunications Relay Service at.
Required Experience:
Unclear Seniority
Employment Type
Full-Time
