Driver License Examiner I - SR-16

County of Hawai`i•Future vacancies with immediate vacancy in Kailua-Kona, HI

18h•Onsite

About The Position

Administers written and visual acuity tests and conducts road performance tests to determine applicant's eligibility for driver's license; scores written and visual acuity tests and issues and collects fees for driver license and instruction permits; and performs other related duties as required. This level is distinguished by its responsibility for administering and scoring written and visual acuity tests and conducting road performance tests involving applicants for Type 1, 2, and 3 driver licenses. There is one (1) immediate permanent full-time vacancy with the Department of Finance - Vehicle Registration & Licensing Division in Kailua-Kona. Special Working Conditions: Working condition is considered hazardous due to the fact that a major portion of work hours is spent in road testing driver license applicants.

Requirements

Graduation from high school, and two (2) years of supervisory, inspectional, driver training instructional, regulatory, or related experience which shall have included some public contact explaining rules and regulations, and shall be able to operate both a manual and an automatic transmission vehicle.
Possession of a valid State of Hawai‘i Driver License (Class 3) or any other valid comparable driver license for three (3) years immediately preceding appointment at time of filing (you will be required to submit your valid driver's license at time of hire).
Possession of a good driving record certified by a traffic abstract confirming no DUI convictions, license revocations, or suspensions for three (3) years preceding and no moving violations for one (1) year preceding.
Knowledge of laws, ordinances, and regulations governing the licensing of commercial and/or motor vehicle drivers.
Knowledge of the operation of vehicles on public streets and highways.
Knowledge of hazards and safety precautions in operating a motor vehicle.
Knowledge of operating procedures of a variety of motor vehicles.
Knowledge of proper and safe driving techniques.
Knowledge of safety features of motor vehicles.
Knowledge of basic principles and practices of test administration.
Ability to deal tactfully and effectively with the public.
Ability to conduct and evaluate the driving performance of applicants.
Ability to act quickly and calmly in emergencies.
Ability to understand and apply provisions of the laws, ordinances, and regulations, and general principles of traffic and highway safety.
Ability to give oral instructions.
Ability to operate standard office equipment, including a personal computer and various software applications.

Nice To Haves

A current traffic abstract is valid for 30 days from date of issuance by the district court.

Responsibilities

Issues driver license application forms to applicants.
Reviews driver license application forms; reviews documents such as power of attorney, birth certificate, court orders, medical evaluations, and traffic abstracts to determine whether applicant meets requirements for licensure.
Issues written test forms to applicants and instructs applicants on test procedures; monitors testing; scores written tests and informs applicants of their scores; answers questions applicants may have.
Administers vision, hearing, and road sign interpretation tests to applicants who pass written tests.
Maintains applicant data in appropriate logs.
Issues learner's permit to applicants passing the written, hearing, vision, and road sign interpretation tests; collects fees for the permit.
Explains to applicants the procedures and requirements for a road test and the ensuing driving course; conducts pre-trip inspection test to check the mechanical knowledge of the applicant and/or to check the vehicle to ensure that it is in safe operating condition; conducts basic control skills and road tests; passes or fails applicants according to driving skills demonstrated.
Explains to applicants who fail road test the reasons for failure and instructs applicants on ways to improve driving skills, and procedures to follow for another road test.
Issues driver license to applicants who attain passing scores for the various tests.
Administers oath to applicants attesting to the truth of applications.
Fingerprints applicants.
Checks all applicants to determine whether they qualify for a Hawai‘i license; conducts computer inquiries through national driver registers, e.g., Problem Driver Pointer System (PDPS) and Commercial Driver License Information System (CDLIS).
Assists applicants who are unable to understand the tests; conducts oral examinations for applicants unable to read or write
Collects all monies received for each type of license issued and tallies each day's receipts
May supervise and participate in driver licensing activities at a sub-station involving applicants for Categories 1 through 3 driver licenses; instructs subordinates in office procedures, report preparation, and methods of driver license examining; answers licensing inquiries and complaints.
Performs other related duties as assigned.

Benefits

Flexible Working Arrangements: Options may include alternate work schedules (4-10) and flexible working hours. (Not all Departments/Agencies participate and not all positions are eligible.)
Vacation: Start accruing paid vacation time immediately upon hire – up to 21 days per year.
Sick Leave: Start accruing paid sick leave time immediately upon hire – up to 21 days per year.
Holidays: The County provides 13 paid holidays per year (plus General Election Day when applicable).
Training and Development: The County has a variety of training and development opportunities for employees.
County Tuition Reimbursement Program : This scholarship program rewards employees who take the initiative to advance their education and learning.
Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) Program: You may be eligible for this federal program which forgives portions of federal student loans for individuals working in public service.
Retirement Plan: The Employees’ Retirement System is a qualified defined benefit public pension plan that provides retirement, disability, survivor and other benefits to all eligible full-time and part-time county employees in the State of Hawaii as well as their beneficiaries.
Deferred Compensation: Save additional money for retirement - this voluntary supplemental retirement savings plan allows for the investment of tax-deferred contributions.
Flexible Spending Plan: Use pre-tax dollars to pay for qualified dependent care and/or medical expenses, as well as insurance premiums.
Health Benefit Plans: The County of Hawai‘i offers a variety of health benefit plans for eligible employees.
Employee Assistance Program (EAP): This voluntary assistance program provides employees and their family members with free professional and confidential assistance in overcoming personal and work-related problems.
Group Life Insurance: Free life insurance policy for active employees.
Credit Union Membership
Other Leaves: You may be eligible for other leaves, including Family Leave, Funeral Leave, Leave Sharing, Military Leave, Donor Leave, Victims Protection Leave, as well as leave for Parent-Teacher Conferences, Disaster Relief, Blood Bank Donations, and Jury Duty.