Driver License Examiner

South Dakota AG; Pierre (SD); On-site; USD 23,000 - 32,000; Full time

Job summary

South Dakota Department of Public Safety seeks a full-time Driver License Examiner in Pierre, SD. You will process license and ID applications, conduct eye, written, and driving tests, and provide information to the public and agencies.

The role involves cash handling, data entry, and occasional travel. The ideal candidate has a high school diploma, strong communication skills, and the ability to multitask under pressure.

Qualifications

• Process license and identification card applications and fees.
• Administer eye, written, and drive/skills tests to ensure qualified applicants.
• Provide information to the public and other agencies.
• Enter data and verify accuracy of computations and entries.
• Balance cash and payments and handle receipts.
• Occasional travel and the ability to lift about 50 lbs.

Responsibilities

• Process license and ID applications and fees.
• Administer driving tests and evaluate applicants' performance.
• Provide assistance to the public and other agencies by phone, mail, or in person.
• Verify data on license applications and maintain accurate records.
• Balance payments and reconcile program totals.
• Travel to other exam station locations as needed.

Skills

Customer service

Exams administration

Communication

Multitasking

Attention to detail

Safety conscious

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Job ID: 38204  Agency: Public Safety  Location: Pierre, SD  Salary: $20.00 Hourly  Pay Grade: E  Closing Date: 11/06/2026

NOTE*: This position is located at the Pierre Exam Station - located at 420 S Garfield, Ste 700, Pierre, SD 57501

This is a full-time position with the Department of Public Safety. For more information on the Department of Public Safety, please visit https://dps.sd.gov/ .

As a Driver License Examiner , you will have substantial contact with the public, under potentially stressful conditions. 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. You will also handle very sensitive materials.

The hours for this position will be 40 hours a week. This job may require travel to other locations if needed. Typical y this is for the work day but might review overnight stays depending on the needs of the department.

Examples Of Duties

• Process license and identification card applications. Compute and accept license and identification card fees. Issue receipts and maintain records of all 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. Then you would place the appropriate restrictions on the drivers' license 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 cards, and check payments. Run payment against program totals, correcting for errors.
• This position may require occasional travel. During travel you may be required to lift equipment that weighs approx 50 lbs.

Licenses And Certifications

Valid driver license.

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 applicants 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 approx. 50 pounds or more 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

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

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

NCRC: 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.

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.

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

Telephone: [phone] Email: [e-mail] http://bhr.sd.gov/workforus

"An Equal Opportunity Employer"