Driver License Examiner

State of South Dakota•Brookings, SD

3d•Onsite

About The Position

The Driver License Examiner works at the Brookings Driver License Express Station for the South Dakota Department of Public Safety, Driver Licensing. This full-time, onsite position involves substantial public contact, including under potentially stressful conditions, and requires professional and courteous treatment of the public. The examiner works with diverse people and situations and handles sensitive materials. The schedule is 40 hours per week, typically four ten-hour days, Tuesday through Friday. Travel to other examination stations may be required and may involve being away from home for one or more days, potentially up to four days in a week.

Requirements

A valid driver's license is required.
Ability to operate a motor vehicle.
Ability to read and understand complex information and explain it in common terms.
Ability to communicate clearly and concisely, including information about state laws, policies, and procedures.
Ability to deal tactfully and courteously with the public.
Ability to administer examinations and establish applicants’ identity and eligibility for an ID card, permit, or driver license.
Ability to issue ID cards and licenses to qualified citizens.
Ability to multitask diverse and complex activities and maintain a train of thought despite frequent interruptions.
Ability to lift and carry approximately 50 pounds in and out of vehicles and up and down stairs.
Ability to objectively grade applicants’ driving ability and conduct duties in a uniform, standardized manner.
Ability to operate computers, cameras, printers, and license processing equipment.
Ability to travel to other exam station locations and potentially be away from home one or more days in a week.
Applicants must attach a resume and answer job-related questions when submitting an application.
Successful applicants must undergo a background investigation and verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States, including completing Form I-9. The state uses E-Verify upon hire.

Nice To Haves

A high school diploma is preferred.
Knowledge of South Dakota driver's manual requirements related to safe motor vehicle operation, motor vehicle operation, and computers.

Responsibilities

Process driver license and identification card applications, compute and accept fees, issue receipts, and maintain transaction records.
Administer eye examinations, written examinations, and drive/skills tests to determine applicants’ qualifications for driver licenses.
Enter and exit vehicles used for road tests, direct applicants along the test route, objectively evaluate driving performance, explain test results, and apply license restrictions as appropriate.
Provide assistance and information to the public and other agencies through in-person, telephone, and mail contact.
Complete and verify information on license and identification card applications; enter, compile, and tabulate data.
Verify computations and entries; count and balance cash, credit card, and check payments; compare payments with program totals and correct errors.
Travel to other examination station locations when required and transport equipment as needed.