Driver License Examiner

State of South Dakota; Huron (SD); On-site; USD 23,000 - 32,000; Full time

Job summary

State of South Dakota is seeking a Driver License Examiner in Huron to handle license applications, exams, and public inquiries. The role involves processing fees, data entry, and maintaining secure records while ensuring professional interactions with applicants.

The job requires administering eye and driving tests, explaining outcomes, and coordinating with the public and agencies. A High School Diploma is preferred and a valid driver’s license is required.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma preferred.
• Ability to interact with the public in a professional and courteous manner.
• Valid driver’s license required.

Responsibilities

• Process license and ID applications and collect fees; issue receipts and maintain records.
• Administer vision, written, and driving tests to ensure qualified residents receive licenses.
• Provide information to the public and other agencies; verify data on applications.

Skills

Public interaction

Customer service

Education

High School Diploma (preferred)

Tools

Driver's license

Job description

Location: 289 Dakota Ave S, Huron SD

Salary: $20.00 Hourly

Pay Grade: E

This is a full-time position with the Department of Public Safety - Driver Licensing.

The hours for this position will be 40 hours a week. This job may require travel to other locations if needed. Traditionally this is for the workday, but it could require overnight stays depending on the needs of the department.

As a Driver License Examiner, you will have substantial contact with the public under potentially stressful conditions, and you are expected to treat the public in a professional and courteous manner at all times. The job also requires you to work with a diverse group of people and situations and you will also handle very sensitive materials.

Examples of Duties

• Process license and identification card applications. Compute and accept license and identification card fees. Issue receipts and maintain records of transactions.
• Administer eye examinations, written exams, and drive/skills tests to ensure that only qualified residents of South Dakota are issued a license to drive on the nation’s highways. During drive/skills tests you must be able to enter and exit the vehicles used in testing and will need to direct applicants through the road test route and evaluate their driving performance during the exam. At the conclusion of the drive/skills test you will need to inform the applicant on their performance and if they passed or failed the test and place appropriate restrictions on drivers' licenses as needed.
• Provide assistance and information to the public and other agencies through direct, telephone, and mail contact.
• Fill in and verify data on license and identification card application forms. Enter information. Compile and tabulate data. Verify accuracy of computations and entries.
• Count and balance cash, credit card, and check payments and run payments against program totals, correcting for errors.
• This position may also have you traveling, and during travel time you may be required to lift equipment that weighs approx 50 lbs.

The Ideal Candidate Will Have

A High School Diploma is preferred.

Knowledge Of

• South Dakota driver's manual requirements pertaining to the safe operation of motor vehicles;
• motor vehicle operation;
• computers.

Skill To

• operate a motor vehicle.

Ability To

• read and understand complex information and explain that information in common terms;
• communicate information clearly and concisely;
• communicate information relating to state laws, policies, and procedures;
• deal tactfully and courteously with the public;
• administer examinations;
• establish applicant identity and eligibility for ID card, permit, or driver license; issue ID cards and licenses to qualified citizens;
• multi-task diverse and complex activities;
• maintain train of thought despite frequent interruptions;
• lift and carry approximately 50 lbs in and out of vehicles and up and down stairs;
• objectively grade an applicant's driving ability;
• conduct assigned duties in a uniform and standardized manner;
• operate computers, cameras, printers, and license processing equipment;
• potentially travel to other exam station locations and be away from home 1 or more days in a week.

Additional Requirements

To be considered, please attach your resume. Selected candidate is required to have a valid driver's license.

Veterans’ Preference

This position is eligible for Veterans’ Preference per ARSD 55:10:02:08.

Background Check

Successful applicant(s) will be required to undergo a background investigation. An arrest/conviction record will not necessarily bar employment.

National Career Readiness Certificate

If you possess a National Career Readiness Certificate, please submit the certificate with your application. For more information on how to acquire a National Career Readiness Certificate contact a South Dakota Department of Labor and Regulation Job Service Office. A certificate is not necessary to be considered.

Work Visa

The State of South Dakota does not sponsor work visas for new or existing employees. All persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States and complete an Employment Eligibility Verification, Form I-9. The State of South Dakota as an employer will be using E-Verify to complete employment eligibility verification upon hire.

Benefits

The State of South Dakota offers $0 premium employee health insurance option plus eleven paid holidays, generous vacation and sick leave accrual, dental, vision, and other insurance options, and retirement benefits. You can view our benefits information here. This position is a member of Class A retirement under SDRS.

South Dakota Bureau of Human Resources and Administration

Telephone: [phone] Email: [e-mail]

http://bhr.sd.gov/workforus

"An Equal Opportunity Employer"