DMV – Examiner I Driver License - Raleigh West

NCDOT; Raleigh, Northern (NC, KY); Hybrid; USD 39,000 - 69,000; Full time

Job summary

North Carolina Department of Transportation is seeking a Program Coordinator I for the Driver License Associates Program. Salary progression begins at $39,244 and increases to $68,679 upon training milestones and performance," to ensure timely licensing service.

The role requires background checks and orientation at DMV Headquarters in Rocky Mount, NC, with occasional travel to meet operational needs. This is a full-time state government position in Raleigh, NC.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Background check will be conducted prior to employment.
• Employer reserves the right to require additional qualifications as needed.

Skills

Effective communication

Active listening

Problem solving

Patience

Adaptability

Willingness

Integrity

Positive attitude

Education

Bachelor's degree or equivalent

Job description

Agency Dept of Transportation Division Job Classification Title Program Coordinator I (S) Position Number Grade NC08

About Us It’s the mission of the NC Department of Transportation to connect people, products and places safely and efficiently with customer focus, accountability, and environmental sensitivity to enhance the economy and vitality of North Carolina. We encourage you to consider joining NCDOT where our work not only serves the citizens of North Carolina but has an impact on our world through all modes of transportation.

Description of Work

Please note that all positions close at 12:00 AM on the posted closing date. You must apply by 11:59 PM prior to the posted closing date.

Knowledge Skills and Abilities/Management Preferences

This position is part of the Driver License Associates Program, the hiring rate for this position is $47,255. All Driver License Examiner I (DLE I) recommended candidates will be offered a hiring salary of $47,255. After successful completion of 12 months in the position, the employee will be moved to $49,618 if they have completed all the required training for a DLE, have at least a “meets expectations” on their performance review and does not have any active disciplinary actions. After successful completion of 18 months in the position, have at least a “meets expectations” on their performance review and does not have any active disciplinary actions, they will graduate from the Driver License Associates Program and become a Driver License Examiner for North Carolina with a new annual salary of $51,980.

NCDMV Overview

NCDMV is centered on becoming an exceptional customer service organization and a great place to work. This transformation is an ongoing, iterative effort to realign staffing levels, improve service accessibility, reduce excessive wait times, and ensure customers can receive services where they live. Using a data driven methodology, NCDMV deploys staff across its statewide footprint, expands service hours in underserved areas, prioritizes staffing relief for high demand offices, and invests in new or expanded facilities where population growth has outpaced capacity. NCDMV is committed to:

• Identify customer barriers and recommend process improvements.
• Support digital modernization initiatives through testing new workflows and technology.
• Promote self-service and alternative service options when appropriate.
• Participate in continuous improvement activities.
• Support collection of customer feedback.
• Maintain operational readiness before opening each day.
• Participate in cross-training to improve office flexibility.

DMV achieves its values of empowerment, agility, service, and efficiency by fostering collaboration, continuously improving work processes, delivering exceptional customer service, and responsibly stewarding public resources.

The Examiner I – Driver License position requires a strong customer-first mindset, ensuring every transaction delivers timely, respectful, and accurate service while identifying opportunities to enhance service delivery and streamline office operations. This includes anticipating customer needs, recognizing and addressing concerns before they escape, providing clear guidance to help customers navigate the licensing process, and ensuring North Carolinians receive accurate and timely assistance. Examiner I employees will maintain compliance with all North Carolina laws and will interpret regulations as well as Division policies while collaborating with colleagues and stakeholders to maintain consistency and alignment across regions. The candidate selected for this position will maintain professionalism in all customer interactions and uphold high service standards, which is essential to improving customer satisfaction and strengthening the Division’s reputation statewide.

This role requires a customer-first mindset, ensuring that every transaction delivers timely, respectful, and accurate service. This includes anticipating customer needs, recognizing and responding to customer concerns before they escape, and the ability to provide clear guidance to help customers navigate the licensing process. The ability to maintain professionalism in all customer interactions and uphold high service standards is critical to improving customer satisfaction and strengthening the Division’s reputation statewide.

Qualities and Skills

The selected candidate will succeed in this role if they have the following qualities!

• Effective communication
• Active listening
• Problem solving skills
• Patience
• Adaptability
• Willingness
• Integrity
• Positive attitude

To ensure we meet our mission of providing for customers in other offices, flexibility to travel during the day and overnight on short notice may be required. If selected for this position, the candidate will be required to report for orientation and their first week of employment to DMV Headquarters in Rocky Mount, NC. Hotel accommodation will be provided.

This position is covered under the REAL ID Act.

Qualifications

Applicants must meet the required qualifications:

• Must have a valid N.C. Driver License with no suspensions or revocations within the past 10 years in any state for any motor vehicle-related offense and no more than 5 active points. Therefore, pursuant to 6 CFR, 37.45, the selected candidate will be required to undergo a background check which includes a name-based and fingerprint based criminal history record check.
• The candidate that is selected for the position will be given a conditional offer of employment that would allow him or her to begin work subject to the results of the background check.
• Prior to beginning employment, the selected candidate will be required to submit to a name-based and fingerprint-based criminal history record check. There will be a cost associated with this process for new employees. No cost is associated with this process for existing DMV employees.

Recruiter

North Carolina State Government is one of the state’s largest employers, with over 76,000 employees all working toward a common goal: a safer and stronger North Carolina.

RECRUITMENT

Candidates must possess the education and experience that is associated with the classification to be minimally qualified. Additional information regarding Classification and Compensation within North Carolina State Government can be found here: NC OSHR: Classification and Compensation. Classification: Program Coordinator I Salary Grade: NC08 Salary Range: $39,244 - $68,679

Minimum Education and Experience

Some state job postings say you can qualify by an “equivalent combination of education and experience.” If that language appears below, then you may qualify through EITHER years of education OR years of directly related experience, OR a combination of both. See the Education and Experience Equivalency Guide for details. Bachelor’s degree from an appropriately accredited institution; or an equivalent combination of education and experience. In accordance with the Governor’s Executive Order 303, our agency supports second-chance employment for individuals who were previously incarcerated or justice-involved.

Valuing Education and Experience

The State of North Carolina values the knowledge and experience of our jobseekers and current state employees. Approximately 91 percent of state job classifications allow experience to be substituted for education or do not require a post‑secondary degree. Learn more about how you may qualify for a position through education or directly related experience, or a combination of both, with the Education and Experience Equivalency Guide.

Benefits

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Hospital accommodation will be provided.

EEO Statement

The State of North Carolina is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer and dedicated to providing employees with a work environment free from all forms of unlawful employment discrimination, harassment, or retaliation. The state provides reasonable accommodation to employees and applicants with disabilities; known limitations related to pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions; and for religious beliefs, observances, and practices.