Vehicle Emissions Inspector (Public Service Representative 3)

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**Note: Effective Feb. 1 2026 the compensation plan for this position will be increased to reflect a Cost-of-Living Adjustment (COLA) of 2.5%. The salary listed in this posting does not reflect the COLA.**

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 gender identity sexual orientation religion marital status age or physical or mental disability in the administration of our programs and activities. Visit DEQsCivil Rights and Environmental Justice page.

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 mission-focused 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 full-time opportunity for a Vehicle Emissions Inspector (Public Service Representative 3) at its Sherwood Clean Air Station in Sherwood Oregon. The list of qualified candidates may be used to fill future limited duration and permanent vacancies at any of the Portland area testing stations located in Clackamas Gresham Hillsboro NE Portland and Sherwood.

This position is limited duration through June 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.

Affecting 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.

For a visual representation of DEQs offices and their locations view our DEQ Offices and Vehicle Inspection Testing Stations map.

What you will do!

This is not your typical customer service job. Our Vehicle Emissions Inspectors are trained to use state-of-the-art 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 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 full-time 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 accurately 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)

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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 candidate preference points to all eligible veterans and Oregon National Guard servicemembers (current and former). For more information on candidate preference please visit Veterans Resources. For privacy reasons please do not attach candidate 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. All finalists have an equal pay analysis completed to determine their placement on the salary scale. Please note: the salary listed is the non-PERS 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 I-9 confirming authorization to work in the United 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 E-Verify employer and will use E-Verify 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 including an accommodation request under the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) please contact DEQs Recruitment Team at or . TTY users: please use the Oregon Telecommunications Relay Service at 1-.