Motor Carrier Enforcement Inspector

State of Ohio•Delaware, DE

7d•Onsite

About The Position

The Ohio State Highway Patrol is an internationally accredited agency whose mission is to protect life and property, promote traffic safety and provide professional public safety services with respect, compassion, and unbiased professionalism. This position is essential, meaning the duties this job performs are critical to the continued operations of the Ohio Department of Public Safety during a public safety emergency. This position will be required to report for duty during any public safety emergency. The State of Ohio is a drug-free workplace which prohibits the use of marijuana (recreational marijuana/non-medical cannabis). This position may be subject to additional restrictions pursuant to the State of Ohio Drug-Free Workplace Policy (HR-39), and as outlined in the posting. Ohio is a Disability Inclusion State and strives to be a model employer of individuals with disabilities. The State of Ohio is committed to providing access and inclusion and reasonable accommodation in its services, activities, programs and employment opportunities in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and other applicable laws.

Requirements

Successful completion of all required in-service training programs; must maintain annual certification requirements for all North American standard training to conduct inspections of federal regulations (e.g., level I, hazardous materials, motor coach & cargo tank).
Must successfully obtain LEADS certification 6 months after employment.
Must re-certify in LEADS every two years as mandated by Ohio Administrative Code 4501:2-10-03 (C)(4).
Requires travel; may be required to work overtime, work nights or weekends & rotating shifts; subject to call out after hours in emergency situations.
Works outside exposed to weather, dirt, rust, car fumes, burns from hot engines, fast moving vehicles, highway noise; hazardous materials & unpredictable behavior from vehicle owners & operators; conducts inspections in confined spaces.
A BCI and FBI fingerprint check, a background check, including a polygraph examination, may be required on all selected applicants.
A comparative analysis and/or drug-test may be a requirement of the hiring process.
Position is identified as safety sensitive & is subject to random drug & alcohol testing in accordance with DPS 501.24.
6 mos. exp. in enforcing commercial motor vehicle laws or regulations; AND 1 course or 3 mos. exp. in public relations; AND valid driver’s license.
6 mos. trg. or 6 mos. exp. in motor carrier inspection or commercial vehicle maintenance; AND 1 course or 3 mos. exp. in public relations; AND valid driver’s license.
Equivalent of Minimum Class Qualifications for Employment noted above.
Valid Driver’s license required.

Nice To Haves

Automotive

Responsibilities

Documents & reports economic violations with Public Utilities Commission of Ohio (PUCO).
Investigates assigned complaints regarding violation of PUCO rules & regulations.
Utilizes portable laptop & other computer equipment.
Makes on-site recommendation to correct violations.
Provides assistance where possible.
Maintains effective public relations with drivers, company representatives, law enforcement officers & others to ensure compliance with state & federal safety.
Assists other inspectors, troopers & local law enforcement.
Prepares & delivers presentations &/or training related to highway safety & compliance with state & federal rules.
Testifies in court in regards to violations.

Benefits

Medical Coverage
Free Dental, Vision and Basic Life Insurance premiums after completion of eligibility period
Paid time off, including vacation, personal, sick leave and 11 paid holidays per year
Childbirth, Adoption, and Foster Care leave
Education and Development Opportunities (Employee Development Funds, Public Service Loan Forgiveness, and more)
Public Retirement Systems ( such as OPERS, STRS, SERS, and HPRS ) & Optional Deferred Compensation ( Ohio Deferred Compensation )
Multiple pay increases over the first years of service!
Free Parking!
Paid Training
Tools, uniforms, and dry cleaning provided
Primarily weekday shifts
Company vehicle
Voluntary overtime opportunities