Administrative Specialist II / Titling & Licensing Specialist III - 194111

State of South Carolina; Lexington (SC); On-site; USD 38,000 - 58,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

15 days annual leave

15 days sick leave

Job summary

The Department of Motor Vehicles in South Carolina seeks a Titling & Licensing Specialist III to process driver licenses, registrations, and titles. You will handle customer inquiries, verify documents, and support business customers with licensing needs in a busy Lexington office.

Responsibilities include issuing credentials, maintaining records, handling payments, and ensuring adherence to SC DMV policies.

Qualifications

• Experience in customer service and working with the public.
• Ability to follow procedures and guidelines accurately.
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy in data entry.

Responsibilities

• Examine, accept, prepare, enter and print documents for issuing licenses, permits, registrations and titles.
• Process motor vehicle registrations and related license/ID issuance tasks.
• Manage customer needs including banks, lienholders, insurance companies and dealerships.
• Verify policy compliance and determine license restrictions based on SC laws.
• Administer knowledge tests for drivers and verify medical/eye screening as required.

Skills

Customer service

Teamwork

Detail oriented

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Job Responsibilities

Do you have experience in customer service? Do you enjoy working with the public? Are you detail- oriented? If so, the Department of Motor Vehicles may have a position for you as a Titling & Licensing Specialist. The SCDMV values teamwork, commitment, and excellent customer service. Come join us and find the keys to your future!

This position is located in the Lexington DMV Branch Office in Lexington, SC.

• There will be (2) two positions filled from this posting***

Responsibilities Of The Titling & Licensing Specialist III

• Examines, accepts, prepares, enters and prints all documents required in issuing drivers' licenses, beginner permits and identification cards for all classes; original, duplicate, transfers, temporary and replacement vehicle registrations, license plates, handicap placards, golf cart permits and/or titles. This includes requests for repossessed, abandoned, salvaged, homemade and rebuilt vehicles. Create and performs edits of the customer's name and address fields.
• Manages business customer (banks, lienholders, insurance companies, dealerships) needs such as licensing, insurance issues and/or verifying for correct customer numbers.
• Processes motor vehicle registration requests. Research suspension inquiries, modifies registration credentials and issues automobile dealership licenses.
• Determines services eligibility from understanding of established guidelines from SC legislation and SC DMV policies.
• Administers knowledge tests to drivers requesting to operate Class A, B, C, D, E, F, G, M and CDL licenses.
• Knowledgeable to verify visual eye screening by physicians' eye statement or a SCDMV eye test machine, reviews applications for fraud and medical cases to determine license restrictions and/or reviews to meet requirements set forth by SCDMV policy and SC legislation. Processes motor voter applications.
• Answers customer inquiries pertaining to driver, vehicle, registration, titling and insurance requirements. Greets and directs customers to appropriate areas in the office.
• Operates camera system to issue credentials, fax machine, SCDMV software and equipment necessary to assist customer.
• Collects all required fees and donations for the Donate Life Fund. Reconciles and prepares individual daily reports and refund request documents. Computes vehicle sales taxes and makes weight adjustments to the vehicle record file. Receives, codes and issues receipts for surrendered license plates; boxes surrendered plates and completes pick-up requests. Performs routine maintenance on equipment. Keeps work area clean, neat and fully stocked. Resolves customer problems and inquiries through customer record research.
• Manages and maintains transaction payments via cash, credit card, check or money order. Maintains records of products and documentation that are issued and destroyed per SCDMV policy.
• Performs other related duties as requested by manager, such as but not limited to IRP/IFTA, LiveScan and International Customer transactions.

The person holding this position may be required to relocate to an office within 30 miles of their home office if business needs require. This move cannot exceed 30 miles from the current office.

Agency Requirements

Minimum and Additional Requirements

• A high school diploma or equivalent plus clerical experience.
• Before being certified to administer CDL knowledge skill tests must complete a formal CDL test examiner trainer course and examination that includes Introduction to CDL Licensing System, Overview of the CDL Tests, Vehicle Inspection Tests and Knowledge Tests.
• Must complete a nationwide criminal background check to include fingerprints prior to being certified to administer CDL knowledge skill tests.

Additional Requirements

• The ability to retain knowledge of DMV policies and procedures. Has ability to explain policy and procedure to customers.
• Able to pass New Employee Training and to have a working knowledge of the Phoenix System and related hardware.
• Has the ability to work under pressure during peak workload periods.
• The Titling & Licensing Specialist III reports directly to the Assistant Branch Supervisor.
• The incumbent requires regular supervision where the Manager defines the actions, work products, and processes necessary to complete assigned tasks.
• Tasks are completed in a climate-controlled office setting.
• The work requires sitting and/or standing for prolonged periods of time, walking, and constant talking.
• Limited overtime may be required to meet departmental deadlines or to serve all customers. Must attend required training.

What’s in it for you?

At the SCDMV you get to be part of an exceptional team and diverse culture that nurtures mutual success for our customers, employees and our communities. We give you the tools to be successful; all you need to do is bring your best ideas, your energy and a desire to develop your skills, experience and career.

The South Carolina DMV offers a robust and competitive benefits program.

• Health, dental, vision, long term disability, and life insurance for employees, spouse and children (also available for temporary employees working over 30 hours per week)
• 15 days annual (vacation) leave per year
• 15 days sick leave per year
• 13 paid holidays
• State Retirement Plan and Deferred Compensation Programs (optional for Temporary Employees)
• An exceptional Employee Assistance Program (EAP) at no cost to the employee or members of their household

So what are you waiting for?

Come be a part of a fast-growing, dynamic agency, and join a team that offers an opportunity for accelerated professional growth!

Additional Comments

The Department of Motor Vehicles is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all applicants and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions, including, but not limited, to lactation), national origin, age (40 or older), disability or genetic information.

Supplemental questions are considered part of your official application. Any misrepresentation will result in your disqualification from employment. Please complete the state application to include all current and previous work history and education.

Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States without the need for employer sponsorship, now or at any time in the future.

Benefits For State Employees

The state of South Carolina offers eligible employees generous benefits, including health and dental insurance; retirement and savings plan options; and paid vacation and sick leave. Plus, work-life balance programs such as telecommuting and flexible work schedules are available to employees of some state agencies.

Insurance Benefits

Eligible employees may enroll in health insurance, which includes prescription coverage and wellness benefits. Other available insurance benefits include dental, vision, term life insurance, long term disability and flexible spending accounts for health and child care expenses.

Retirement Benefits

State employees are also offered retirement plan options, including defined benefit and defined contribution plans. Additionally, eligible employees may elect to participate in the South Carolina Deferred Compensation Program, which is a voluntary, supplemental retirement savings plan offering 401(k) and 457 plan options.

Workplace Benefits

State employees may also be eligible for other benefits, including tuition assistance; holiday, annual and sick leave; and discounts on purchases, travel and more.

Note:

The benefits above are available to most state employees, with the exception of those in temporary positions. Employees in temporary grant and time-limited positions may be eligible for all, some or none of these benefits as benefits are associated with each position type. For these positions, contact the hiring agency to determine what benefits may be available.