Motor Vehicle Inspector 2 - Minimum Qualifications Waived

State of Nevada•Reno, NV

4d•Onsite

About The Position

This position is located in the Reno DMV Office within the Compliance Enforcement Division, VIN Inspection Section. The Motor Vehicle Inspector 2 performs vehicle inspections, checking public and confidential vehicle identification numbers (VIN). This role assigns VINs to vehicles that are homemade or where the number has been damaged, removed, or obliterated. Incumbents research vehicle ownership through State-owned programs and/or the National Crime Information Center (NCIC) or other entities. They also perform a variety of safety inspections to enforce laws and regulations specified in chapters 482, 484, and 486 of the NRS. Under the authority of NRS 239B.010.1(b), the DMV utilizes specific NRS and CFR sections as criteria to obtain an FBI fingerprint clearance check on current and prospective employees. Applicants must be authorized to work for any employer in the U.S., as the DMV is unable to sponsor employment visas at this time.

Requirements

Graduation from high school or equivalent education and two years of related work experience that involved the application of semi-skilled automotive maintenance and/or inspection work which included public contact; OR an equivalent combination of education and experience; OR one year of experience as a Motor Vehicle Inspector I in Nevada State service.
Applicants must be authorized to work for any employer in the U.S.
Ability to research and obtain vehicle registration information utilizing law enforcement databases.
Ability to thoroughly inspect vehicles for appropriate safety equipment.
Ability to interact diplomatically with vehicle owners to explain policies and resolve complaints.
Ability to determine the make, model, and year of vehicles inspected.
Ability to prepare all required forms and paperwork to process inspected vehicles.
Ability to maintain and submit accurate monthly transaction reports with limited assistance.
Ability to work independently and follow through on assignments with limited direction.
Ability to analyze a situation and take a logical course of action.

Nice To Haves

Working knowledge of the location of public serial numbers on a wide variety of motor vehicles.
Working knowledge of State laws, department regulations, and appropriate documentation required regarding the registration of vehicles.
Working knowledge of the different divisions of the department to obtain information and/or direct questions.
Working knowledge of the proper procedure to apply Nevada assigned vehicle identification numbers.
Working knowledge of vehicle equipment laws and regulations.
Working knowledge of vehicle appraisal techniques.
Working knowledge of vehicle safety inspection procedures.
Working knowledge of vehicle equipment laws and regulations including locations of confidential vehicle identification numbers (CVIN).
Skill in stamping numbers and letters in trailer and vehicle frames to include applying State-controlled VIN tags.

Responsibilities

Inspect VINs to ensure authenticity and that neither the VIN nor fasteners have been compromised to reduce theft and sale of stolen vehicles and parts.
Assign VINs to vehicles that are homemade or where the number has been damaged or obliterated.
Ensure proper identification of the vehicle’s origin through research of ownership and registration information.
Verify safety inspections completed by Nevada registered garages, licensed body shops, or rebuilders of rebuilt, reconstructed, salvaged, and homemade vehicles to determine compliance with State laws regarding safety requirements and verify safety equipment has been deemed operational.
Assist by inspecting and verifying repairs made following minor mechanical vehicle citations issued by law enforcement agencies.
Perform appraisals of vehicles for sales tax, bankruptcy, and lien sales purposes utilizing established guidelines.
Operate a computer and peripheral equipment for data entry to create, review, change, store, or update vehicle information, documentation, and statistical reports.
Perform related duties as assigned.
Perform the full range of duties in the series concept and may perform in a lead capacity for lower-level inspectors to provide training and direction in the absence of the immediate supervisor.
Work closely with the supervisor and assist with difficult inspections and help resolve customer complaints.
On a limited basis, assist Motor Vehicle Appraiser(s) and conduct off-site appraisals of abandoned vehicles for lien sale purposes or to issue junk certificates.