SAFETY EXAMINER

Job Information

State of Tennessee Job Information

Opening Date / Time 10 / 23 / 2025 12 : 00AM Central Time Closing Date / Time 11 / 05 / 2025 11 : 59PM Central Time Salary (Monthly) $2,581.00 - $3,870.00 Salary (Annually) $30,972.00 - $46,440.00 Job Type Full-Time City, State Location Nashville, TN Department Safety and Homeland Security

LOCATION OF (1) POSITION(S) TO BE FILLED : DEPARTMENT OF SAFETY & HOMELAND SECURITY, DRIVER LICENSE ISSUANCE DIVISION, DAVIDSON COUNTY

Qualifications

Education and Experience : Education equivalent to graduation from a standard high school.

Substitution of Education for Experience : Qualifying experience in clerical and / or customer service work may substitute for the required education to a maximum of four years (e.g., experience equivalent to one year of full-time work in one or a combination of the above listed fields may substitute for one year of the required education).

Necessary Special Qualifications : Applicants for this class must :

• Complete a background clearance application which includes releasing all records involving any criminal history;
• Submit a fingerprint sample in a manner prescribed by the TBI;
• Agree to a fingerprint-based, name-based criminal history records check;
• Never have been convicted or found not guilty by reason of insanity in a civilian or military jurisdiction of any Permanent disqualifying criminal offense listed in section 1572.103(a) of the Code of Federal Regulations (CFR) - Title 49 (disqualifying offenses);
• Never have been convicted or found not guilty by reason of insanity in a civilian or military jurisdiction within the 7 years preceding the date of application of any Interim disqualifying criminal offense listed in section 1572.103(b) of the Code of Federal Regulations (CFR) -Title 49 (disqualifying offenses);
• Not have been released from incarceration within the 5 years preceding the date of application for any Interim disqualifying criminal offense listed in section 1572.103(b) of the Code of Federal Regulations (CFR)-Title 49 (disqualifying offenses);
• Not be under want or warrant for a felony listed in section 1572.103( a) or section 1572.103(b) of the Code of Federal Regulations (CFR) -Title 49 (disqualifying offenses).

Overview

This classification provides customer service and support by interpreting laws and policies, answering inquiries, resolving complaints, and guiding individuals through licensing processes. In addition, this classification reviews, processes, and maintains license and driver records, ensuring accuracy and compliance through data entry, verification, and communication with stakeholders. This classification also performs various administrative tasks including document preparation, mail handling, reporting, and staying up to date on regulations, while seeking supervisory input as needed. This class differs from Safety Examiner Supervisor in that incumbents of the latter supervise incumbents of this class and are responsible for managing all aspects of the licensing and permit process.

Responsibilities

Competencies (KSA's)

Competencies :

Knowledge :

Skills :

Abilities :

Tools & Equipment

TN Driver Standards

State of Tennessee positions that may involve driving responsibilities require candidates to meet the following minimum driver qualifications :

Please include your Driver's License Information under the Licenses and Certifications section of your application.