Motor Vehicle License Examiner, G-12 (NY HELPS) - Utica Road Testing

Motor Vehicle License Examiner

Under the supervision of a Senior or a Principal Motor Vehicle License Examiner, Motor Vehicle License Examiners conduct road tests to ensure that only qualified persons are licensed to operate motor vehicles. They examine applicants for all categories of motor vehicle driver licenses including passenger vehicles, motorcycles, commercial driver licenses (tractor trailers and buses), certified examiners, and commercial driving school instructors at various locations to determine fitness based upon standard rating guidelines.

Examines and evaluates forms and documents for authenticity; verifies the identity of the applicant; and may confiscate suspicious documents.

Inspects test vehicle for conformance with Department of Motor Vehicles requirements.

Directs applicants through the road test route and evaluates driving performance.

Provides applicants with immediate feedback regarding their road test performance; discloses road test results at the conclusion of the road test; and explains reasons for failure and makes recommendations.

Determines if restrictions such as corrective lenses, hearing aids, etc. are to be applied on the license.

Enters all information into a computerized tablet (electronic scoring device) to indicate license class-driving school vehicle, restrictions and client identification and test results; performs routine maintenance of electronic equipment; and troubleshoots and resolves electronic device problems.

Working Conditions : You would have substantial contact with the public under stressful conditions and may be required to effectively de-escalate tense situations. You would be required to work outdoors, year-round, including during inclement weather and be required to provide your own transportation because the job may involve traveling to various remote assignments and locations where you would be working independently. You must be able to enter and exit the vehicles used in testing throughout the day including commercial vehicles such as tractor trailers, buses, and trucks that require the examiner to climb up into the driving compartment. You would be required to walk around vehicles while carrying a computerized tablet (electronic scoring device), and to position obstacles prior to a road test. You must be able to stand for long periods of time, during and / or between road tests. In order to be successful in these positions, other important traits include interpersonal skills, friendliness, courtesy, accuracy, teamwork, respect, punctuality, and good attendance.

To be eligible for appointment, candidates must meet one of following conditions as detailed below :

NY HELPS

• : To be eligible for NY HELPS appointment, candidates must have :

Graduated from high school or have earned a high school equivalency diploma AND you must have :

Either

1 : One year of experience that involved extensive face-to-face interaction with the general public

OR

2 : 30 semester credit hours of college-level study AND six months of extensive face-to-face interaction with the general public

Transfer : One year of permanent, contingent-permanent, or 55b / c service allocated to a G-12 or higher eligible for transfer and deemed administrative under Section 52.6 of the Civil Service Law; OR in a title approved for transfer under Section 70.1 of Civil Service Law. The transfer cannot be a second consecutive transfer resulting in an advancement of more than two salary grades. Reinstatement : If you previously served in this title or in a title otherwise transferable to this title, you may be reinstated pursuant to Civil Service Law. If you left state service less than one year ago, the reinstatement request from a state agency will usually be approved by the Department of Civil Service. If you left state service more than one year ago, the reinstatement must also be approved by the Civil Service Commission.

Transfer :

One year of permanent, contingent-permanent, or 55b / c service allocated to a G-10 or higher eligible for transfer and deemed administrative under Section 52.6 of the Civil Service Law; OR in a title approved for transfer under Section 70.1 of Civil Service Law. The transfer cannot be a second consecutive transfer resulting in an advancement of more than two salary grades. Reinstatement : If you previously served in this title or in a title otherwise transferable to this title, you may be reinstated pursuant to Civil Service Law. If you left state service less than one year ago, the reinstatement request from a state agency will usually be approved by the Department of Civil Service. If you left state service more than one year ago, the reinstatement must also be approved by the Civil Service Commission.

55b / c Appointment :

This position is eligible for 55b / c designation and candidates with 55b / c eligibility are encouraged to apply. Candidates must possess the minimum qualifications and a current 55b / c eligibility letter. For 55b / c consideration, candidates must satisfy at least one of the Open Competitive qualifications listed.

A FULL BENEFITS PACKAGE is available. Please visit https : / / oer.ny.gov / employee-benefit-programs to learn more about the exceptional benefits we offer.

You must currently have full license privileges to drive an automobile and must have had full continuous license privileges to drive an automobile for the three-year period immediately preceding the date of your appointment and continuously thereafter. Evidence of reckless driving, multiple moving violations, a disregard for New York State Vehicle and Traffic Law, and / or drug or alcohol related offenses, etc. may bar you from appointment. Prior to appointment, you may be required to demonstrate acceptable driving ability. Loss of your driving license will result in suspension or termination of your employment. In addition, your driving record is subject to review at any time. Some positions require that you be assigned a state vehicle which you will be required to use to perform the duties of the position. You must possess a driver's license valid in New York State at the time of appointment and continuously thereafter.

PLEASE NOTE : Each Road Testing Unit (RTU) covers multiple surrounding counties. Utica RTU covers : CAYUGA, CLINTON, CORTLAND, FRANKLIN, HERKIMER, JEFFERSON, LEWIS, MADISON, ONEIDA, ONONDAGA, OSWEGO, OTSEGO, ST. LAWRENCE, SENECA