CDL Skills Test Examiner (LSR3)
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Thurston County, WA - USA
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Job Summary
- Description
We are dedicated to growing a culture of belonging through our values:
Respect Trust Diversity Inclusion Equity
At the Department of Licensing (DOL)we recognize the importance of work life harmony and work hard to create a culture where employees feel valued and respected. Our employees are trusted and encouraged to be a part of process improvements that impact their work create value for our customers and help build trust in our government.
Our Programs and Services Division is seeking to add two (2) CDL Skills Test Examiners to join our Parkland and Everett offices!
As one of the most visible state agencies and the second-largest revenue generator in Washington State we engage with over 6 million residents each year and collect nearly $3 billion in taxes and fees. We understand that our services are vital to the daily lives of our customers enabling them to live work drive and thrive. We take this responsibility to heart and are dedicated to providing equitable and meaningful access to our services for every resident.- Duties
As a CDL Skills Test Examiner you will play a vital role in promoting roadway safety by ensuring commercial driver license (CDL) skills examinations are conducted fairly consistently and in compliance with all applicable regulations and this role you will deliver professional customer-focused testing services that provide every applicant with an equitable and positive testing experience. Using your expertise and sound judgment you will evaluate candidates driving abilities and ensure that only qualified applicants advance through the licensing process. This is an opportunity to make a meaningful impact on public safety by helping ensure that commercial drivers possess the knowledge skills and abilities necessary to operate commercial vehicles safely and responsibly on our roadways.
Some of what you will do:- Ensure examinations support accurate license classifications endorsements and restrictions.
- Determine applicant eligibility and competency.
- Deliver equitable professional and customer-focused testing services.
- Maintain accurate and compliant licensing records and examination documentation to support timely and accurate CDL issuance.
- Support operational readiness of CDL testing locations by maintaining safe secure valid and functional testing sites and work environments.
- Support statewide CDL testing operations through independent travel to assigned testing locations to assist with statewide testing needs as assigned.
- Qualifications
What you will bring:
Three (3) years of experience evaluating individuals qualifications against established criteria and program requirements
Experience must include:
Five (5) years of driving experience two years of which must include driving class A vehicles.
A valid Washington State class A Commercial Drivers License.
Two (2) years of customer service experience which includes explaining policies/procedures and state and/or federal regulations.
- Experience with Microsoft Word Outlook Excel and web based applications.
- The ability to:
- Understand and follow agency values of respect trust diversity equity and inclusion through behaviors and decisions.
- Promote and support a respectful equitable and inclusive workplace for all employees.
- Promote and support respectful equitable and inclusive delivery of services to customers.
- Take action to learn and grow.
- Take action to meet the needs of others.
What may help set you apart:- Experience in personal driver license training programs scoring practices or test administration.
- Experience with CDL training programs scoring practices or evaluating commercial driver skills training.
- Knowledge and experience in the operation of various types of commercial vehicles including Class A and Class B vehicles with Passenger and School Bus endorsements.
- Knowledge of Federal regulations (40CFR) Revised Code of Washington (RCW) Washington Administrative Codes (WAC) AAMVA standards and DOL policies and procedures regarding commercial driver licenses.
- Proven ability to conduct evaluations and make sound independent decisions in difficult or stressful situations or under pressure.
Additional Conditions of Employment:Pre-hire requirements:
Abstract Driver Record and criminal record history
Drug/Alcohol Screening
Drug and Alcohol History Records Request
Valid Medical Examiners Certificate
Safety and Performance History Records Request
Post-hire requirements:
Fingerprint-based Background Check
Ongoing random Drug/Alcohol Screening
The Federal Motor Carrier Safety Regulations (49 CFR 391.21) require that all applicants wishing to drive a commercial vehicle list all employment for the last three addition if they have driven a commercial vehicle previously they must provide employment history for an additional seven years (for a total of ten years). Any gaps in employment in excess of one month must be explained.
Prior to new hire a preemployment check including criminal record history will be conducted. Information from the background check will not necessarily preclude employment but will be considered in determining the applicants suitability and competence to perform in the position.
In addition an acceptable fingerprint based criminal history background check is also required for this position as a condition of employment. Fingerprints will be used to check the criminal history records of the FBI. You will have the capability to review and challenge any record through the FBI.
Valid WA driver license or CDL without restriction.
The ability to travel statewide based on business needs.
DOL is committed to the full inclusion of all qualified keeping with our commitment we will take the steps to ensure that people with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodations.For information about the position available accommodations or the interview process contactNicole Walters.- Supplemental Information
- How to Apply:
Come join us in changing the way government delivers services and help build a legacy of commitment to and excellence in diversity equity and inclusion!
- Select the apply button at the top of this job announcement.
- Attach a current:
- A cover letter explaining your experience as it relates to this position and why you are interested in this opportunity.
Incomplete applications may disqualify you from eligibility for the position. You must ensure all application areas including supplemental questions and attachments are completed in full.Candidates who are offered a job with DOL must possess work authorization that does not require sponsorship by the employer for a visa now or in the future.You are welcome to include the name and pronoun you would like to be referred to in your materials and we will honor this as you interact with our award-winning diverse and inclusive organization.To take advantage of veteran/military spouse preference please notify the Talent Acquisition Team.Please include the title of this position in the subject line.The Washington State Department of Licensing is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of age sex (including gender identity) marital status sexual orientation race religion creed color national origin honorably discharged veteran or military status or the presence of any sensory mental or physical disability or the use of a trained dog guide or service animal by a person with a disability.
Persons requiring accommodation in the application process during the recruitment process or who need this job announcement in an alternative format may contact the Human Resources Office at or may email Applicants who are deaf or hard of hearing may call our ASL interpreter via Video Phone at 360.339.7344.The candidate pool certified from this recruitment may be used to fill future similar vacancies for up to sixty days.
We do not use the E-Verify system; therefore we are not eligible to extend STEM Optional Practical Training (OPT). For more information please visit.
