DMV Specialist

Lithia-; Calabasas (CA); On-site; USD 41,000 - 44,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Medical, Dental and Vision plans

PTO 80 hours front-loaded on day 1

Short and Long-Term Disability

401(k) Retirement Plan

Employee Stock Purchase Plan

Vehicle Purchase Discounts

Job summary

Audi Calabasas powered by Lithia & Driveway is seeking a DMV Specialist to ensure accuracy and timeliness of out-of-state title processing. This in-person role is based in Calabasas, Monday–Friday, with a pay range of $30–$32 per hour.

You will coordinate DMV paperwork, communicate with vendors and state DMVs, and handle plate shipments while providing regular status updates to customers and internal teams.

Qualifications

• Sense of urgency and customer service background required.
• Time management and attention to detail essential.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills required.
• Working knowledge of nationwide DMV processes and requirements.

Responsibilities

• Ensure DMV paperwork is completed accurately before submission.
• Coordinate delivery of DMV paperwork to vendors or state DMVs.
• Process correction requests and obtain necessary documents from customers/internal partners.
• Communicate with vendors and DMVs to obtain status updates.
• Follow up with internal partners for missing items for DMV submissions.
• Coordinate shipment of plates to customers and provide timely updates.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Sense of urgency

Customer service

Time management

Attention to detail

Excellent communication

DMV knowledge

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Job description

Dealership:L0605 Southwest Finance CenterAccounting Processing Centers (APC) | DMV SpecialistAudi Calabasas is powered by Lithia! Lithia & Driveway (LAD) is a Fortune 500 company and one of the largest automotive retailers in North America, with nearly 450 dealerships across the U.S., Canada, and the U.K. Our Dealership Accounting teams are essential partners in our success, ensuring accuracy, consistency, and compliance across all financial operations. With a strong focus on collaboration, growth, and continuous improvement, we offer the tools and support you need to build a rewarding accounting career. Join us and be part of a team where your impact truly drives our goal of Auto Done Easy!The DMV Specialist has a working knowledge of multiple state DMV processes and guidelines. The DMV Specialist is responsible for preparing out of state title work accurately and ensuring that out of state title work is submitted within a timely manner.The DMV Specialist reports to the Title and Registration Supervisor.Location: Calabasas, CAMonday- Friday 8am - 5 pm In-PersonCompensation Range: A typical starting range of $30/hr -$32/hr . Actual pay offered may vary depending on skills, experience, job-related knowledge, and physical location. Final compensation will be established through the interview process in accordance with applicable pay equity and transparency laws.What You'll DoResponsible for ensuring paperwork is completed accurately before submitting to DMVCoordinates delivery of DMV paperwork to appropriate vendors or state DMVProcesses correction requests, communicating with customers and/or internal partners to obtain necessary documentsCommunicates with vendors and/or state DMVs to obtain status updatesFollows up with internal partners regarding missing items required to submit DMV documents for processingCoordinates shipment of plates to customerCommunicates timely, regular status updates as requiredOther duties as assignedSkills and QualificationsSense of urgencyCustomer service backgroundTime managementStrong attention to detailExcellent communication (written & verbal)Working knowledge of nationwide DMV processes and requirementsPhysical DemandsThe physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of the job. *Up to 2/3 of time: standing, walking, lifting up to 25 poundsUp to 2/3 of time: sitting, kneeling, reaching, talking, hearingUp to 1/3 of time: transport or place up to 25 poundsReasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals to perform the essential functions.NOTE: This is not necessarily an exhaustive list of responsibilities, skills, or working conditions associated with the job. While this list is intended to be an accurate reflection of the current job, the company reserves the right to revise the functions and duties of the job or to require that additional or different tasks be performed.Total RewardsWe offer a comprehensive benefits package designed to support you and your family, including:Competitive payMedical, Dental and Vision PlansPaid HolidaysPTO: 80 hours front-loaded on day 1Short and Long-Term DisabilityPaid Life Insurance401(k) Retirement PlanEmployee Stock Purchase PlanLithia Learning CenterVehicle Purchase DiscountsWellness ProgramsAdditional information about our Total Rewards benefits can be reviewed on our careers site at totalrewards.lithiadriveway.comHigh School graduate or equivalent, 18 years or older required. We are a drug-free workplace. We are committed to equal employment opportunity (regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, gender identity or Veteran status). We also consider qualified applicants regardless of criminal histories, consistent with legal requirements.Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals to perform the essential functions.