CDL VIN Specialist

State of Montana; Helena (MT); On-site; USD 36,000 - 39,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance

Paid Leave & Holidays

Retirement Plan

Job summary

Montana Department of Justice seeks a CDL VIN Specialist to issue commercial driver’s licenses and oversee testing at multiple exam stations. The role involves handling documentation, verifying tests, and ensuring safety standards in various weather conditions.

Outdoor work, day travel 1–2 days weekly, and lifting up to 25 pounds are required. This full-time position in Helena offers public service with a focus on accuracy and safety.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent.
• One year experience working with computerized data systems.
• One year customer service experience.
• One year of cash handling experience.
• Ability to obtain a Commercial Driver License (CDL) within the first year.
• Other combinations of education and experience will be considered on a case-by-case basis.

Responsibilities

• Issue commercial driver’s licenses and oversee license testing.
• Work with several software programs requiring attention to detail.
• Verify identification documents and test completions.
• Occasionally outdoors in inclement weather; travel to other exam stations 1–2 days a week.
• Ability to lift up to 25 pounds.

Skills

One year experience with data systems

One year customer service

One year cash handling

CDL within first year

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Job description

Job Description - CDL VIN Specialist (26142610)

Position Title:

CDL VIN Specialist - ( 26142610 )

Mission:

Every day at the Montana Department of Justice, our employees are dedicated to ensuring the well-being and rights of the people of our great state. At the Department of Justice we do the right thing for the right reason. If you’re looking for an opportunity to be part of a team that builds a culture of character and excellence, demonstrates collaboration and selfless public service, and upholds the law and pursues public safety, the Department of Justice may just be the career for you.

Division Overview:

Motor Vehicle Division’s (MVD) mission is to identify and promote efficient, cost-effective programs that benefit the interests, safety, and well-being of Montana citizens. This occurs through licensing, registering, and regulating the motoring activities of the public. MVD is a critical statewide division responsible to the citizens of Montana. Dedicated staff are committed to public safety through their service, teamwork, and innovation. MVD has offices across the state, as well as over 60 partner locations. MVD continually strives to provide responsive and reliable services for a growing population and with an eye toward the future. If you would like to "Drive Customer Service" with MVD, find out more at https://dojmt.gov/driving/ .

Job Overview:

A CDL VIN Specialist is a public facing, customer service driven position. Duties include issuing commercial driver’s licenses, and overseeing the testing of those licenses. There are multiple software programs that require attention to detail. You would be ensuring the safety and well-being of Montana citizens by confirming proper identification documents, successful completion of tests and determining when additional documentation is required. The incumbent must be willing and able to work outdoors in inclement weather. There will be day travel to other exam stations about 1-2 days a week and requiring the ability to lift up to 25 pounds.

Minimum Qualifications:

• · High School diploma or equivalent.
• · One year experience working with computerized data systems.
• · One year customer service experience.
• · One year of cash handling experience.
• · Ability to obtain a Commercial Driver License (CDL) for testing and training purposes, within the first year.
• · Other combinations of education and experience will be considered on a case-by-case basis.

Special Instructions:

The selection procedures to be used in evaluating the applicant's qualification may include, but are not limited to, an evaluation of the résumé and cover letter, a structured interview, performance test, academic transcripts, reference/background checks and fingerprint checks.

Additional materials, references or information submitted by the applicant, but not requested, will not be considered.

Successful applicant(s) will be subject to:

• · Criminal History Fingerprint Check
• · Driving History

Benefits:

• · Generous paid vacation, sick and holidays

This Organization Participates in E-Verify

Applicant Pool Statement : If another department vacancy occurs in this job title within six months, the same applicant pool may be used for the selection. Training Assignment : This agency may use a training assignment. Employees in training assignments may be paid below the base pay established by the agency pay rules. Conditions of the training assignment will be stated in writing at the time of hire.

Salary: $

26.55 - 26.55

Hourly Telework Eligibility : Not Telework Eligible

Benefits Package Eligibility : Health Insurance, Paid Leave & Holidays, Retirement Plan

Number of Openings

1

Employee Status : Regular

Schedule : Full-Time

Job Type

Standard

Shift

Day Job

Travel

Yes, 5 % of the Time

Primary Location

Helena

Agency : Department of Justice

Union : Montana Federation of Public Employees

Posting Date

Oct 15, 2026, 10:13:12 PM

Closing Date (based on your computer's timezone)

Oct 30, 2026, 5:59:00 AM

Required Application Materials : Resume

Contact Name : Rebecca Tatafu | Contact Email : [e-mail] | Contact Phone : [phone] Anyone who needs to request a reasonable accommodation in the application or hiring process should contact the HR staff identified on the job listing or by dialing the Montana Relay at 711. Montana Job Service Offices also offer services including assistance with submitting an online application.

State government does not discriminate based on race, color, national origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, childbirth or medical conditions related to pregnancy or childbirth, age, physical or mental disability, genetic information, marital status, creed, political beliefs or affiliation, veteran status, military service, retaliation, or any other factor not related to merit and qualifications of an employee or applicant.