CDL Examiner

State of Oklahoma; Stillwater (OK); On-site; USD 45,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Benefits package

Retirement match up to 7%

Paid holidays

Annual leave

Job summary

The CDL Examiner position with Service Oklahoma is responsible for conducting CDL skills examinations while maintaining rigorous safety, quality, and regulatory standards across the state. You will work to verify ELDT requirements, schedule tests, and ensure proper documentation and compliance in all activities.

This full-time role offers a comprehensive benefits package, competitive salary around the stated range, and opportunities to contribute to a high‑quality driver licensing program

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in any field or four years of technical clerical office work.
• Equivalent combination of education and experience acceptable.

Responsibilities

• Inspects equipment and ensures safety and compliance with testing standards.
• Oversees day‑to‑day CDL skills examinations and ELDT compliance.
• Manages scheduling, documentation, and test administration.
• Communicates testing procedures, results, and procedures to applicants and staff.

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in any field

Four (4) years of technical clerical office work

Equivalent combination of education and experience

Job description

Job Posting End Date

Refer to the date listed at the top of this posting, if available. Continuous if date is blank.

Job Posting Title

CDL Examiner

Agency

640 SERVICE OKLAHOMA

Supervisory Organization

D&S - CDL Services

Full/Part-Time

Full time

Job Type

Regular

Compensation

The Service Oklahoma (SOK) mission is to ease the stress in navigating government services by providing a best-in-class customer experience. We are Oklahomans helping Oklahomans by providing driver license and motor vehicle services on behalf of the state. This position has an annual rate of $SALARY.

Agency Summary

The Service Oklahoma (SOK) mission is to ease the stress in navigating government services by providing a best-in-class customer experience. We are Oklahomans helping Oklahomans by providing driver license and motor vehicle services on behalf of the state. This position has an annual rate of $50,000. The Service Oklahoma offers a generous benefits package, including a benefits allowance to offset the costs of medical, dental, vision, life and disability insurance plans. The Service Oklahoma will match up to 7% towards an employee’s Defined Contribution retirement plan. Our employees receive 11 paid holidays, 15 days of paid annual leave, which increases with every 5 years of service, and 15 days of paid sick leave. Additionally, employees will receive longevity payments based on their years of service with the State of Oklahoma.

Position Summary

The CDL Examiner is responsible for conducting CDL skills examination for licensing commercial drivers. CDL Examiners will maintain the highest level of quality, uniformity and reliability while keeping the highest safety standards in all situations. This role involves working closely with applicants and Service Oklahoma employees, staying within compliance of all state and federal regulations.

Position Responsibilities

This job description describes the general nature and level of work performed by the employee assigned to this position. It should not be construed as an exhaustive list of all required duties, responsibilities and skills.

Safety and Compliance

• Inspects equipment for safety and compliance with State and Federal testing standards.
• Determines the physical and driving qualifications of customers for conformance to the established standards necessary for safe driving.
• Determines vehicle characteristics to ensure appropriate tests are administered and checks for valid registration and insurance.
• Actively participates in all training events of new regulations and reviewing current regulations regularly.
• Lead – Enforces all safety protocols within state and federal regulations to ensure the highest standards of safety for both the staff and applicants.
• Lead – Actively participates in all new state or federal regulations and/or requirements.
• Lead – Develops operational procedures and guidelines as well as trains CDL examiners in all new state or federal regulations and/or requirements.

Operational Management

• Inputs CDL skills test appointments in reporting/scheduling programs and confirms all ELDT requirements have been met.
• Regular verifies CDL skills pad/drive route are within State and Federal regulations.
• Reviews documents for eligibility for CDL skills test.
• Verifies prospective applicants have completed or are exempt from required ELDT requirements prior to administering a CDL Skills test(s).
• Lead – Oversees day-to-day compliance and scheduling of CDL skills examinations.
• Lead – Monitors CDL examiners’ schedules to ensure proper coverage across the state.
• Lead – Review examiner documentation/examinations for accuracy.
• Lead – Monitors all CDL equipment to maintain operational excellence.

Customer Service

• Communicates information related to driver license applications, testing procedures, test results, and complaint processes to customers.
• Connects with customers regarding location of test, test scheduling process, and eligibility in a professional and timely manner.
• Lead – Investigates and addresses all inquiries, complaints, concerns, and feedback in an effective and timely manner.
• Lead – Works closely with team to ensure best practices are implemented at Service Oklahoma CDL locations.

Quality Assurance

• Continually reviews the CDL Examiner’s Manual, State and Federal testing/training materials.
• Participates in mandatory refresher training to stay in compliance with State and Federal regulations.
• Lead – Conducts yearly AAMVA overt/covert co-score/audits for all Service Oklahoma CDL Examiners to ensure adherence to testing protocols and procedures.
• Lead – Ensures CDL examiners maintain federal CCE certifications and requirements.
• Lead – Oversees and performs training to CDL examiners, as necessary.
• Lead – Verifies compliance in Entry Level Driver Training/applicant qualification.
• Lead – Verifies compliance in CDL issuance.
• Lead – Reviews and reports pass/fail rates to CDL team.

Reporting and Documentation

• Maintains accurate records of tests conducted.
• Daily monitors State-issued equipment and maintenance of all applications necessary to perform daily functions.
• Reports tests administered, no shows, walk-ins, deviation from drive route, etc. in a timely manner.
• Lead – Maintains accurate records of tests conducted, customer feedback and staff performance.
• Lead – Generates reports necessary to maintain best quality practices across the state and reviews with the CDL team.
• Other duties as assigned.

Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities

• Demonstrates knowledge of and supports mission, vision, value statements, standards, policies and procedures, operating instructions, confidentiality standards, and the code of ethical behavior.
• In-depth knowledge of both State and Federal regulations pertaining to the CDL program and how to reference such regulations.
• Ability to work with sensitive materials and maintain confidentiality and appropriate discretion.
• Proficient in technology and software relevant to conducting CDL skills examinations.
• Works effectively in team environment, participating and assisting their peers.
• Participates in the development and evaluation of program objectives and procedures.
• Effective problem-solving, critical thinking, analytical, oral and written communication, and organizational skills.
• Flexibility with assigned working hours.
• Lead – Strong leadership, organizational, and communication skills.
• Lead – Ability to make sound decisions under pressure and resolve conflicts effectively.

LEVEL DESCRIPTORS

Specialist

• The Specialist is a professional-level position where employees are responsible for performing routine duties related to commercial driver licensing processes and procedures.

Lead

• The Lead Specialist is an advance-level position where employees are assigned responsibilities as a subject-matter-expert or team leader. Duties may include planning and coordinating work activities, training staff, and managing and creating scheduled reports.

Education & Experience

The preferred minimum qualifications for this position are:

Specialist

• A Bachelor’s Degree in any field / specific field
• OR four (4) years of technical clerical office work
• OR equivalent combination of education and experience

Lead

• A Bachelor’s Degree in any field; PLUS one (1) year of technical clerical office work or closely related field
• OR five (5) years of technical clerical office work or closely related field
• OR equivalent combination of education and experience

Special Requirements

• The schedule for this position may vary and require flexibility, including some early or late shifts, weekends, and occasional overtime, based on the needs of the agency.
• This position may require occasional travel. The employee must be willing and able to perform all job-related travel. State vehicles may be available, but reliable transportation may be required for local travel. Possession and maintenance of a valid Oklahoma Driver License is required.
• This position works in a comfortable office setting with a computer for a large percentage of the workday.
• This position may also work in a storefront setting with a mild noise level, depending on customer traffic in the store.
• This position requires employees to be able to stand up to eight hours a day in all weather conditions and lift 10-50 pounds on a regular basis, with assistance as needed.

This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

I acknowledge that I have read and understand this job description in its entirety and can perform all the stated requirements with or without reasonable accommodation. I understand that reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of this position.

Equal Opportunity Employment

The State of Oklahoma is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of genetic information, race, religion, color, sex, age, national origin, or disability.