Bus Inspector

Massachusetts Department of Public Utilities; Boston (MA); Hybrid; USD 74,000 - 106,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work schedule

Comprehensive benefits

Job summary

The Massachusetts Department of Public Utilities in Boston is offering an Auditor III position. This full-time role is located at 1 South Station and offers a salary ranging from $73,616 to $106,402 per year. You will audit motor carrier records, prepare technical reports, and assist with policy development.

Candidates should have a degree in accounting or business, validation through FMCSA NASTI certification is required or substituted where applicable. Hybrid work may be available.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of laws, rules and regulations governing the Department of Public Utilities.
• Familiarity with FMCSA and North American Standard of Inspection requirements.
• Experience with motor carrier auditing and compliance assessment.
• Ability to prepare technical reports and respond to inquiries from hearings.
• Understanding of agency forms, policies and procedural manuals.

Responsibilities

• Analyze records of motor carrier companies to ensure compliance with procedures and regulations.
• Audit operational records and verify driver and maintenance documentation.
• Inspect equipment and conduct 14-passenger test evaluations for safety compliance.
• Provide technical guidance to staff and audited entities on regulations and procedures.
• Develop information for regulations, forms, and manuals; testify at hearings as needed.

Skills

Auditing standards

Regulatory knowledge

Analytical skills

Testimony at hearings

Policy development

Education

Bachelor's degree in accounting, business administration or business management

Graduate degree in accounting, business administration or business management

Tools

CVIEW

CDLIS

Inspect

UCR

FMCSA Portal

Job description

Job Description - Bus Inspector (260005KN)

Bus Inspector - (260005KN)

Who We Are:

The Executive Office of Energy and Environmental Affairs (EEA) seeks to protect, preserve, and enhance Massachusetts’ environmental resources and create a clean energy future for all residents. Through the stewardship of open spaces, the protection of environmental resources, and the advancement of clean energy, EEA works tirelessly to make Massachusetts a wonderful place to live, work, and raise a family. Our commitment to environmental justice ensures that every resident, regardless of background or location, can live in a safe, clean environment and shares equally in the benefits of the clean energy transition.

Who We Are As An Employer:

At EEA, we create meaningful, inclusive opportunities that empower our employees to make a real difference in shaping the environmental future of Massachusetts. We foster a workplace culture where diversity is valued, innovation is encouraged, and collaboration thrives. Our employees play a vital role in advancing sustainability, environmental justice, and clean energy solutions, ensuring a positive and lasting impact on Massachusetts and its residents.

DPU:

The Department of Public Utilities (DPU) is the state agency responsible for overseeing investor-owned electric power, natural gas, and water companies in Massachusetts. It regulates the safety of bus companies, moving companies, transportation network companies, and oversees the safety of natural gas pipelines and the MBTA.

Job Description:

DETAILED STATEMENT OF DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Analyzes records, and documents of motor carrier companies through desk reviews to determine compliance with established procedures and regulations.
• Audits motor carrier operational records; verifying the accuracy of driver and maintenance records; and reviewing the policies and procedures of companies audited to ensure compliance with applicable laws, rules and regulations.
• Performs audit control functions by inspecting equipment and/or providing the 14-passenger restricted road test evaluation to ensure compliance with standard safety practices and applicable laws, rules and regulations.
• Provides technical assistance to agency staff and to agencies and companies audited by advising them on such matters as operating compliance with established procedures; by interpreting applicable laws, rules, and regulations; and by explaining agency reports, regulations and procedures.
• Develops information for preparing regulations, report forms, and procedural manuals by analyzing objectives and requirements and conferring with agency personnel to obtain statistical data and supportive documentation to conduct effective and comprehensive examinations of records.
• Testifies at administrative hearings and court proceedings as needed.
• Plan, organize and implement audits of motor carrier company concerns by deciding the scope and format to be used in conducting audits and examinations and by reviewing audit procedures.
• Prepare various statements and reports based on audit findings to reflect compliance with established procedures and standards.
• Coordinate information sharing functions such as executive sessions with Commission.
• Recommend approval of necessary forms for motor carrier companies.
• Investigate and draft response report in response to consumer complaints.
• Review agency policy affecting motor carrier companies’ compliance with applicable laws, rules and regulations.
• Review and evaluate policies and procedures of Agency to ensure proper safeguards and internal controls.
• Develop audit policies and procedures, manuals, and various reporting forms.
• Explain agency reports, regulations, and procedures to public or private organizations.
• Determine the validity of motor carrier company claims.
• Ensure standard performance in conducting audit examinations.
• Provide program and productivity information to agency management for the review, development and implementation.
• Prepare highly technical reports and confidential information for proposed policy changes.
• Prepare investigative research reports for use by law enforcement and/or other regulatory agencies.
• Conduct informal hearings involving staff and consider complaints against motor carrier companies.

QUALIFICATIONS ACQUIRED ON JOB (List knowledge, skills, abilities) - The territory for this position is located in southeastern MA.

• Knowledge of the laws, rules, regulations, policies, procedures, etc. governing the Department of Public Utilities and Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration.
• Knowledge of the North American Standard Out-of-Service criteria.
• Knowledge of commercial vehicle mechanical systems.
• Knowledge of the types and uses of agency forms.
• Knowledge of federal inspection systems.
• Knowledge of CVIEW, CDLIS, Inspect, UCR and FMCSA Motor Carrier Portal.
• Knowledge of the Transportation Database.
• Mandatory requirement to attend and pass FMCSA course North American Standard of Inspection (“NASTI”) Certification class Part A and Part B. As well as the Passenger Vehicle Inspection class.

Qualifications

First consideration will be given to those applicants that apply within the first 14 days.

MINIMUM ENTRANCE REQUIREMENTS: Applicants must have at least (A) three years of full-time, or equivalent part-time, professional experience in accounting or auditing, or (B) any equivalent combination of the required experience and the substitutions below.

Substitutions:

1. I. A Bachelor's degree with a major in accounting, business administration or business management may be substituted for a maximum of one year of the required experience.*
2. II. A Graduate degree with a major in accounting, business administration or business management may be substituted for a maximum of two years of the required experience.*

• Education toward such a degree will be prorated on the basis of the proportion of the requirements actually completed.

Note: Educational substitutions will only be permitted for a maximum of two years of the required experience.

Comprehensive Benefits

When you embark on a career with the Commonwealth, you are offered an outstanding suite of employee benefits that add to the overall value of your compensation package. We take pride in providing a work experience that supports you, your loved ones, and your future.

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An Equal Opportunity / Affine Employer. Females, minorities, veterans, and persons with disabilities are strongly encouraged to apply.

The Commonwealth is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, age, disability, national origin, veteran status, or any other basis covered by appropriate law. Research suggests that qualified women, Black, Indigenous, and Persons of Color (BIPOC) may self-select out of opportunities if they don't meet 100% of the job requirements. We encourage individuals who believe they have the skills necessary to thrive to apply for this role.

Official Title: Auditor III

Primary Location: United States-Massachusetts-Boston-1 South Station

Job: Accounting and Finance

Agency: Department of Public Utilities

Schedule: Full-time

Shift: Day

Job Posting: Aug 12, 2026, 2:33:44 PM

Number of Openings: 1

Salary: 73,615.88 - 106,401.62 Yearly

If you have Diversity, Affinity or Equal Employment Opportunity questions or need a Reasonable Accommodation, please contact Diversity Officer / ADA Coordinator: Melixza Esenyie/[e-mail] - 6178723270

Bargaining Unit: 06-NAGE - Professional Admin.

Confidential: No

Potentially Eligible for a Hybrid Work Schedule: Yes