Drive Test Examiner (SOS Temporary)

State of Nebraska • Bellevue, NE

1d • Onsite

About The Position

The State of Nebraska Department of Motor Vehicles is seeking a temporary Drive Test Examiner through the SOS Temporary Program, the State’s in-house staffing service for limited-term assignments. The role conducts automobile drive tests to evaluate whether applicants can operate a motor vehicle safely and in accordance with Nebraska laws and DMV standards. The examiner verifies vehicle equipment, explains testing procedures, observes and scores applicant performance, records results, and provides re-examination instructions when needed. The role requires professionalism, impartiality, confidentiality, and a commitment to safety when working with applicants of varying experience and ability. This temporary assignment is limited to drive-testing duties and does not include processing or issuing licenses, permits, or identification cards. The position requires travel and regular, reliable attendance.

Requirements

• Experience working with the public in a customer service capacity or working with motor vehicle laws.
• Must be able to present a valid driver’s license or another form of reliable transportation because the position requires travel.
• Regular and reliable attendance is required.

Responsibilities

• Conduct scheduled automobile drive tests in accordance with Nebraska DMV procedures and scoring standards.
• Confirm that each applicant is authorized and eligible to take the drive test.
• Inspect the test vehicle for required equipment and basic operational safety.
• Explain drive-test procedures, expectations, and safety requirements.
• Observe and evaluate applicants’ ability to safely control and operate a vehicle.
• Assess compliance with traffic laws, signs, signals, right-of-way rules, and safe-driving practices.
• Accurately score and document drive-test results.
• Inform applicants whether they passed or failed and explain re-examination procedures when applicable.
• Maintain applicant confidentiality and safeguard testing records.
• Remain professional, impartial, and calm when interacting with inexperienced, nervous, or difficult applicants.
• Perform other duties as assigned and within the scope of the classification.

Benefits

• Some temporary assignments are eligible for health, dental, and long- and short-term disability benefits; eligibility may vary by position, agency, and employment status.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed