BMV Investigator

State of Ohio; Columbus (OH); On-site; USD 33,000 - 47,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Multiple pay increases over the first

Free Parking

Job summary

State of Ohio's Bureau of Motor Vehicles – Investigations District 2 in Columbus is seeking a BMV Investigator. Report directly to location at 1583 Alum Creek Drive, Columbus, with 8:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m. hours, full-time status, and OCSEA union.

Primary duties include conducting investigations of fraud and violations of ORC and BMV policy, enforcing motor vehicle laws, and collaborating with prosecutors as needed.

Qualifications

• Technical skills in criminology and criminal justice.
• Professional skill: attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Conduct criminal investigations related to fraud, abuse or policy violations; file charges and enforce motor vehicle laws.
• Investigate acts such as odometer tampering, forgeries, license or plate issues, and related crimes.
• Enforce motor vehicle laws and agency guidelines.
• Locate and contact individuals with suspended driving/registration privileges; confiscate licenses/plates; interview individuals.
• Investigate hardship license or medical restriction cases and submit recommendations.
• Collaborate with law enforcement and prosecutors; present reports and testify in court.

Skills

Criminology/Criminal Justice

Attention to Detail

Job description

Job Description - BMV Investigator (260006MC)

Organization

Organization: Public Safety

Agency Contact Name and Information : Jennifer Pletcher, HCM Sr. Analyst - [e-mail]

Unposting Date

Unposting Date: Sep 10, 2026, 3:59:00 AM

Work Location

Work Location: Alum Creek Facility 1583 Alum Creek Drive Columbus 43209

Primary Location

Primary Location: United States of America-OHIO-Franklin County-Columbus

Compensation : $28.76 per hour

Schedule

Schedule: Full-time

Work Hours : 8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.

Union : OCSEA

Primary Job Skill

Technical Skills : Criminology/Criminal Justice

Professional Skills : Attention to Detail

Agency Overview

Bureau of Motor Vehicles
Oversees driver and motor vehicle licensing and registration and continues to make services more convenient, efficient and cost-effective.

Job Description

Ohio Department of Public Safety – Bureau of Motor Vehicles/Investigations District 2 Columbus
Report in Location: 1583 Alum Creek Drive, Columbus, 43209
Work Hours: Monday - Friday, 8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.

Perks of Working for the Ohio Department of Public Safety

• Multiple pay increases over the first years of service!
• Free Parking!

What You'll Do as a BMV Investigator

• Independently, or as a lead investigator, conduct criminal investigations related to allegations of fraud, abuse or other violations of ORC, OAC & BMV policy, file criminal charges & enforce Ohio motor vehicle laws & agency guidelines
• Investigate criminal acts (e.g., odometer tampering, forgeries & falsifications, possession of criminal tools, selling motor vehicles without a license, illegally obtained driver licenses, license plates, vehicle registrations & handicap parking permits)
• Enforce Ohio motor vehicle laws & agency guidelines
• Locate & contact individuals whose driving &/or registration privileges have been suspended, confiscate driver licenses &/or license plates, interview individuals
• Perform investigations concerning hardship driver license &/or medical restriction cases & submit recommendations
• Participate with law enforcement & other government agencies in investigations & criminal prosecution of violators of motor vehicle laws (e.g., consult with prosecutors, file charges, present investigative case reports as a witness before the Dealer Board & testify in court)

Why Work for the State of Ohio

At the State of Ohio, we take care of the team that cares for Ohioans. We provide a variety of quality, competitive benefits to eligible full-time and part-time employees*. For a list of all the State of Ohio Benefits, visit our Total Rewards website ! Our benefits package includes:

• Medical Coverage
• Free Dental, Vision and Basic Life Insurance premiums after completion of eligibility period
• Paid time off, including vacation, personal, sick leave and 11 paid holidays per year
• Childbirth, Adoption, and Foster Care leave
• Education and Development Opportunities (Employee Development Funds, Public Service Loan Forgiveness, and more)
• Public Retirement Systems ( such as OPERS, STRS, SERS, and HPRS ) &Optional Deferred Compensation ( Ohio Deferred Compensation )

*Benefits eligibility is dependent on a number of factors. The Agency Contact listed above will be able to provide specific benefits information for this position.

Qualifications

Option 1
24 mos. exp. as law enforcement officer;
AND valid driver's license.

Option 2
-Or completion of associate core program in criminology, criminal justice or law enforcement;
AND 18 months experience in conducting criminal investigations. (Note: conducting criminal investigations is defined as performing field interviews & interrogation, field surveillance, field information& evidence gathering techniques while conducting investigations involving violations of criminal law(i.e., special emphasis on theft& fraud cases) as well as researching various administrative laws, policies & procedures related to commission of possible criminal offenses);
AND valid driver's license.

Option 3
-Or 24 months experience as a Motor Vehicle Investigator Associate, 24320;
AND valid driver’s license.

-Or equivalent of Minimum Class Qualifications For Employment noted above. Note: Pursuant to Ohio Administrative Code Chapter 4501 users of system shall adhere to policies& guidelines published in NCIC operating manual, CJIS security policy, LEADS operating manual, LEADS security policy, newsletters, & administrative messages from LEADS, all of which are either available on ODPS/LEADS intranet or disseminated to LEADS agencies; pursuant to LEADS, state& national fingerprint-based record checks must be conducted within 30 days of initial employment or assignment of all personnel, having access to LEADS, or to records storage areas containing CCH data; minimum check must include submission of both a State of Ohio BCI& I card & an FBI applicant fingerprint card; both completed applicant fingerprint cards must be submitted by employing agency to State of Ohio Bureau of Criminal Identification & Investigation for processing & forwarding to Federal Bureau of Investigation; record of this check must be kept by employing agency & made available to LEADS upon request; fingerprint card returned by Ohio BCI&I is sufficient documentation. Pursuant to Ohio Administrative Code Chapter 4501 terminal agency shall conduct a complete background investigation of all terminal operators including, but not limited to: an applicant fingerprint card submission to BCI &I & FBI, an inquiry of state& national arrest& fugitive files; terminal agency is required to notify CTO of any applicant’s criminal record; existence of a criminal record may result in denial of access.

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Job Skills: Investigation

Supplemental Information

TRAINING AND DEVELOPMENT REQUIRED TO REMAIN IN THE CLASSIFICATION AFTER EMPLOYMENT
Must successfully obtain LEADS certification 6 months after employment. Must re-certify in LEADS every two years as mandated by Ohio Administrative Code 4501:2-10-03 (G) (3).

UNUSUAL WORKING CONDITIONS
Requires travel; may be exposed to angry, hostile, or violent persons; exposed to inclement weather and elements; may work in remote rural or metro areas; may work in high-crime, hazardous &/or unsanitary environments. May conduct surveillance for extended periods of time in extreme temperatures.

• This position will work the following counties utilizing a state vehicle: Franklin, Pickaway, Madison. Greene, Montgomery, Preble, Darke, Miami, Clark, Union, Marion, Morrow, & Delaware

This position is essential, meaning the duties this job performs are critical to the continued operations of the Ohio Department of Public Safety during a public safety emergency (OAC 123: 1-46-01 & DAS Directive HR-D-11). This position will be required to report for duty during any public safety emergency.

Background Check Information

• A BCI/FBI fingerprint check, and background check, may be required on all selected applicants.
• A comparative analysis and/or drug-test may be a requirement of the hiring process.

To request a disability accommodation, please email [e-mail] as soon as possible, or at least 48 hours prior to the above referenced testing or interview date so any necessary arrangements may be made in a timely manner.

ADA Statement

Ohio is a Disability Inclusion State and strives to be a model employer of individuals with disabilities. The State of Ohio is committed to providing access and inclusion and reasonable accommodation in its services, activities, programs and employment opportunities in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and other applicable laws.

Drug-Free Workplace

The State of Ohio is a drug-free workplace which prohibits the use of marijuana (recreational marijuana/non-medical cannabis). Please note, this position may be subject to additional restrictions pursuant to the State of Ohio Drug-Free Workplace Policy (HR-39), and as outlined in the posting.