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Driver License Examiner w/CDL - South 70th Street

Commonwealth Of Pennsylvania
$48,968.00 - $73,817.00 Annually
dental insurance, vision insurance, parental leave, vacation time, paid time off, paid holidays, sick time, retirement plan
United States, Pennsylvania, Philadelphia
2904 South 70th Street (Show on map)
Sep 18, 2025
THE POSITION Are you interested in a position that plays a key role in public safety and assists individuals in achieving their driving goals? Pursuing a career as a Driver License Examiner with the Department of Transportation could be an excellent opportunity to fulfill your journey. In this role, you will be a vital component of our team as well as the community, making sure everyone who leaves is a safe, competent driver on the roads. Drive into the next chapter of your career with the Commonwealth while serving the community! We have a continuing need for Spanish speaking applicants. Individuals fluent in both English and Spanish are highly encouraged to apply. Individuals hired for these positions will be responsible for providing information and assistance to Spanish-speaking customers. DESCRIPTION OF WORK In this role, you will carry out standardized road tests to assess the skills and abilities of applicants in a safe and courteous manner. You will be advocating for the bureau's agenda to deliver service excellence that matches the highest industry standards. This includes ensuring adherence to the Baldrige Criteria, ARBOR standards, and the customer service policy of Driver Vehicle Services, among other benchmarks. Work involves evaluating the applicant's physical condition and driving qualifications, as well as checking the mechanical state of vehicles according to set guidelines. You will conduct pre-trip vehicle inspections before the driving tests, ensuring that vehicles have valid inspection stickers and functioning lights, wipers, and other essential features for safety. Additionally, you will review applications, registrations, and permits for any signs of irregularities or fraud. You will also have the opportunity to administer knowledge tests for both CDL and Non-CDL applicants to gauge their understanding of motor vehicle laws and traffic signs, while assessing their practical driving skills and adherence to road rules. Vision tests, including tele-binocular and color perception assessments, will also be part of your duties. Interested in learning more? Additional details regarding this position can be found in the position description. Work Schedule and Additional Information: Full-time employment, 40 hours per week Work hours are 8:15 AM to 4:45 PM, Tuesday - Saturday, with a 30-minute lunch. Overtime and travel to other Driver License Centers may be required as needed. Telework: You will not have the option to telework in this position. Salary: In some cases, the starting salary may be non-negotiable. You will receive further communication regarding this position via email. Check your email, including spam/junk folders, for these notices. REQUIRED EXPERIENCE, TRAINING & ELIGIBILITY QUALIFICATIONS Minimum Experience and Training Requirements: One year of experience as a Driver License Examiner Assistant (Commonwealth job title or equivalent Federal Government job title, as determined by the Office of Administration); or Two years of experience obtaining, evaluating, and providing information to the public. Special Requirements: This position requires an active Pennsylvania non-commercial Class C Driver's License or equivalent and twenty-one years of age at the time of application. This position requires no suspensions or revocations of a driver's license during the five year period immediately preceding employment. All employees in this job hired after February 28, 2022, are required to obtain an active unrestricted Class M driver's license within the first six months of employment or before the end of the probationary period and maintain it during employment. This position requires possession of an active Class A Pennsylvania Commercial Driver's License or equivalent with the following endorsements: P and N. The Commercial Driver License cannot have any of the following restrictions: E, L, N, O, or Z. Other Requirements: You must meet the PA residency requirement. For more information on ways to meet PA residency requirements, follow the link and click on Residency. You must be able to perform essential job functions. Legal Requirements: This position requires the selected candidate to undergo and pass a Fingerprint and Name-Based Criminal History Check prior to employment. How to Apply: Resumes, cover letters, and similar documents will not be reviewed, and the information contained therein will not be considered for the purposes of determining your eligibility for the position. Information to support your eligibility for the position must be provided on the application (i.e., relevant, detailed experience/education). Your application must be submitted by the posting closing date. Late applications and other required materials will not be accepted. Failure to comply with the above application requirements may eliminate you from consideration for this position. Veterans: Pennsylvania law (51 Pa. C.S. 7103) provides employment preference for qualified veterans for appointment to many state and local government jobs. To learn more about employment preferences for veterans, go to www.pa.gov/agencies/employment/how-to-apply.html and click on Veterans. Telecommunications Relay Service (TRS):* 711 (hearing and speech disabilities or other individuals). If you are contacted for an interview and need accommodations due to a disability, please discuss your request for accommodations with the interviewer in advance of your interview date. The Commonwealth is an equal employment opportunity employer and is committed to a diverse workforce. The Commonwealth values inclusion as we seek to recruit, develop, and retain the most qualified people to serve the citizens of Pennsylvania. The Commonwealth does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religious creed, ancestry, union membership, age, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, AIDS or HIV status, disability, or any other categories protected by applicable federal or state law. All diverse candidates are encouraged to apply. EXAMINATION INFORMATION Completing the application, including all supplemental questions, serves as your exam for this position. No additional exam is required at a test center (also referred to as a written exam). Your score is based on the detailed information you provide on your application and in response to the supplemental questions. Your score is valid for this specific posting only. You must provide complete and accurate information or: your score may be lower than deserved. you may be disqualified. You may only apply/test once for this posting. Your results will be provided via email.