Driver License Examiner

Job Class Code: 7307
Grade: 19
Salary: $18.17- $24.21 (all new hires start at step 2, $18.94)
Opening: March 10, 2023

Closing: Until Filled

Are you looking for a rewarding career with opportunity for advancement and weekends off? Do you enjoy contributing to a team and providing excellent customer service? If you thrive on quality and contributing to the safety of the roads in Maine, we want you on our team!!

Apply Now, we offer superior benefits (highlighted below) including: 13 paid holidays, 12 sick days and 3+ weeks vacation to start!

Who we are:

he Driver License Examiner for the Bureau of Motor Vehicles in our Portland, ME area is professional services licensing work involving the administration of examinations to applicants for commercial driver licenses, Class A, B, C, motorcycle, and school bus driver licenses. Work activity may be performed outside in all types of weather, including inclement rain/snow conditions or excessive heat. In addition to English language fluency, fluency in any of the following languages: Arabic, Dari, French, Khmer, Lingala, Pashto, Portuguese, Somali, Spanish, Vietnamese, and other central and west African dialects is desirable. Normal work hours are Monday-Friday, 8:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m. Upon successful completion of qualification training, you will be provided a state vehicle for official travel purposes as well as uniforms and an annual uniform maintenance allowance.Statewide travel is required.

A typical day involves:

• Conducting pre-trip vehicle evaluations and administers driving skills test.
• Administering and scoring road skill test for Class A, B, and C vehicles, motorcycles, and school buses, and special examinations to physically challenged and/or adverse driving applicants.
• Administering and scoring written/oral test on traffic laws, explaining test results if necessary, to determine applicant's knowledge of traffic and safety rules.
• Administering vision screening examinations to identify applicant's visual acuity for issuance of operator's license/permit.
• Explaining applicable laws, rules, regulations, policies, and procedures to individuals applying for licensure.
• Answers inquiries from the public to provide accurate information to applicants in areas outside of the central office.

To be successful, you will need:

• Knowledge of motor vehicle law (Title 29).
• Knowledge of traffic and safety rules.
• Knowledge of requisite maneuvers for acceptable driving.
• Ability to work without direct supervision.
• Ability to communicate effectively in a calm, non-judgmental manner and maintain calm in stressful situations.
• Ability to control vehicle during exam.
• Ability to explain test results.
• Ability to lift and carry supplies weighing up to 40 lbs for long distances (200 feet) up and down stair in order to set up and prepare for examinations.
• Ability to use electronic tablet and desktop software.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Possession of a valid Motor Vehicle Driver’s License (you must show proof of license before hire) and have no extensive motor vehicle violations.
• Live or be willing to move within 35 miles of the assigned office.
• Ability to successfully complete all testing requirements to obtain a commercial driver’s license.
• Successfully pass a National Criminal Background check, including fingerprinting.
• Regional travel is required.

Benefits:

No matter where you work across Maine state government, you find employees who embody our state motto—"Dirigo" or "I lead"—as they provide essential services to Mainers every day. We believe in supporting our workforce's health and wellbeing with a valuable total compensation package, including:

• Work-Life Balance – Rest is essential. Take time for yourself using 13 paid holidays, 12 days of sick leave, and 3+ weeks of vacation leave annually. Vacation leave accrual increases with years of service, and overtime-exempt employees receive personal leave.

• Health Insurance Coverage – The State of Maine pays 85%-100% of employee-only premiums ($10,150.80-$11,345.04 annual value), depending on salary. Use this chart to find the premium costs for you and your family, including the percentage of dependent coverage paid by the State.

• Health Insurance Premium Credit – Participation decreases employee-only premiums by 5%. Visit the Office of Employee Health and Wellness for more information about program requirements.

• Dental Insurance – The State of Maine pays 100% of employee-only dental premiums ($350.40 annual value).

• Retirement Plan – The State of Maine contributes 13.16% of pay to the Maine Public Employees Retirement System (MainePERS), on behalf of the employee.

• Gym Membership Reimbursement – Improve overall health with regular exercise and receive up to $40 per month to offset this expense.

• Health and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts – Set aside money pre-tax to help pay for out-of-pocket health care expenses and/or daycare expenses.

• Public Service Student Loan Forgiveness – The State of Maine is a qualified employer for this federal program. For more information, visit the Federal Student Aid office.

• Tuition Reimbursement - Further your career and your education with tuition reimbursement for job-related courses.

• Living Resources Program – Navigate challenging work and life situations with our employee assistance program.

• Parental leave is one of the most important benefits for any working parent. All employees who are welcoming a child—including fathers and adoptive parents—receive four weeks of fully paid parental leave. Additional, unpaid leave may also be available, under the Family and Medical Leave Act.

• Voluntary Deferred Compensation – Save additional pre-tax funds for retirement in a MaineSaves 457(b) account through payroll deductions.

• Learn about additional wellness benefits for State employees from the Office of Employee Health and Wellness.

There's a job and then there's purposeful, transformative work. Our aim is to create a workplace where you can learn, grow, and continuously refine your skills. Applicants demonstrate job requirements in differing ways, and we appreciate that many skills and backgrounds can make people successful in this role. As an Equal Opportunity employer, Maine State Government embraces a culture of respect and awareness. We are committed to creating a strong sense of belonging for all team members, and our process ensures an inclusive environment to applicants of all backgrounds including diverse race, color, sex, sexual orientation or gender identity, physical or mental disability, religion, age, ancestry, national origin, familial status or genetics. If you’re looking for a great next step, and want to feel good about what you do, we’d love to hear from you. Please note reasonable accommodations are provided to qualified individuals with disabilities upon request.

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