Driver License Examiner w/CDL (Selinsgrove)

Commonwealth Of Pennsylvania; Selinsgrove (Snyder County); On-site; USD 50,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Commonwealth of Pennsylvania's Department of Transportation is seeking a Driver License Examiner for CDL candidates in Selinsgrove. This role offers dependable daytime hours, a stable workweek, and the chance to serve local communities by evaluating new CDL drivers against licensing standards.

The position involves safety evaluations, knowledge testing, road examinations, document review, and processing licenses, with workweek Tuesday-Saturday and 8:15 AM to 4:45 PM; telework not available;

Qualifications

• One year of experience as a Driver License Examiner Assistant or two years of public-facing experience.
• Active PA non-commercial Class C driver's license and 21+ at application.
• Must obtain Class M license within six months and Class A CDL with endorsements P and N.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate driver skills and assess physical qualifications during examinations.
• Administer knowledge tests to confirm understanding of traffic laws.
• Conduct road examinations for commercial and non-commercial applicants.
• Review identity documents for authenticity and fraud prevention.
• Issue licenses/ID cards and provide accurate program information.
• Ensure compliance with REAL ID, fee waivers, and customer service policies.

Skills

Public safety

Customer service

Communication

Job description

Salary

$49,948.00 - $75,298.00 Annually

Location

Snyder County, PA

Job Type

Civil Service Permanent Full-Time

Job Number

CS-2026-55920-71040

Department

Department of Transportation

Division

TR Drvr Lcnsng

Opening Date

08/10/2026

Closing Date

9/6/2026 11:59 PM Eastern

Job Code

71040

Position Number

00180797

Union

AFSCME

Bargaining Unit

G1

Pay Group

ST05

Bureau / Division Code

00087200

Bureau / Division

TR Bureau of Driver Licensing

Worksite Address

1015 US-522

City

Selinsgrove, Pennsylvania

Zip Code

17870

Contact Email

[e-mail]

The Position

Looking for a change from long hours behind the wheel? Ready to step away from traffic delays, rising fuel costs, and the pressure of tight delivery schedules? If you are seeking more stability and time for the people and activities you enjoy, this opportunity may be the perfect fit! Join the Pennsylvania Department of Transportation's (PennDOT) Bureau of Driver Licensing as a Driver License Examiner for Commercial Driver License (CDL) candidates. This role offers dependable daytime hours, a consistent workweek, and the chance to stay close to home. You will play an important part in public safety by evaluating new CDL drivers and ensuring they meet Pennsylvania licensing requirements and standards. If you are ready for a meaningful career with better work-life balance, we welcome you to apply!

Description of Work

This position evaluates driver skills, reviews identity documents, and supports customer transactions to ensure safe and lawful licensing practices. As a Driver License Examiner, you will perform the following duties:

• Safety Evaluation: Assess physical qualifications, driving skills, and vehicle conditions during examinations
• Knowledge Testing: Administer written tests to confirm that applicants understand traffic laws and road signs
• Road Examination: Conduct pre-trip, skills, and driving tests for commercial and non-commercial applicants
• Document Review: Examine identity documents to confirm authenticity and prevent fraud
• Customer Processing: Issue licenses and identification cards while providing accurate program information
• Regulation Compliance: Follow REAL ID, fee waiver, and customer service policies during all licensing activities

Interested in learning more? Additional details regarding this position can be found in the position description.

Work Schedule and Additional Information:

• Full-time employment, 40 hours/week
• Work hours are 8:15 AM to 4:45 PM, Tuesday - Saturday, with a 30-minute lunch.
• Overtime and travel to other driver license centers may be required as necessary.
• Telework: You will not have the option to telework in this position
• Salary: In some cases, the starting salary may be non-negotiable.
• You will receive further communication regarding this position via email. Check your email, including spam/junk folders, for these notices.

Required Experience, Training & Eligibility

Qualifications

Minimum Experience and Training Requirements:

• One year of experience as a Driver License Examiner Assistant (Commonwealth job title or equivalent Federal Government job title, as determined by the Office of Administration); or
• Two years of experience obtaining, evaluating, and providing information to the public.

Special Requirements

• All positions require an active Pennsylvania non-commercial Class C Driver's License or equivalent and twenty-one years of age at the time of application.
• All positions require no suspensions or revocations of a driver's license during the five year period immediately preceding employment.
• All employees in this job hired after February 28, 2022, are required to obtain an active unrestricted Class M driver's license within the first six months of employment or before the end of the probationary period and maintain it during employment.
• This position requires possession of an active Class A Pennsylvania Commercial Driver's License or equivalent with the following endorsements: P and N. The Commercial Driver License cannot have any of the following restrictions: E, L, N, O, or Z.

Other Requirements

• You must meet the PA residency requirement. For more information on ways to meet PA residency requirements, follow the link and click on Residency Guidelines.
• You must be able to perform essential job functions.

Legal Requirements

• A conditional offer of employment will require submission of criminal history reports. See hiring agency contact information.
• This position requires the selected candidate to undergo and pass a Fingerprint and Name-Based Criminal History Check prior to employment.

Veterans

• Pennsylvania law (51 Pa. C.S. *7103) provides employment preference for qualified veterans for appointment to many state and local government jobs. To learn more about employment preferences for veterans, go to www.pa.gov/agencies/employment/how-to-apply.html and click on Veterans.

Telecommunications Relay Service (TRS)

• 711 (hearing and speech disabilities or other individuals).

If you are contacted for an interview and need accommodations due to a disability, please discuss your request for accommodations with the interviewer in advance of your interview date.

The Commonwealth is an equal employment opportunity employer and is committed to a diverse workforce. The Commonwealth values inclusion as we seek to recruit, develop, and retain the most qualified people to serve the citizens of Pennsylvania. The Commonwealth does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religious creed, ancestry, union membership, age, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, AIDS or HIV status, disability, or any other categories protected by applicable federal or state law. All diverse candidates are encouraged to apply.

Examination Information

• Completing the application, including all supplemental questions, serves as your exam for this position. No additional exam is required at a test center (also referred to as a written exam).
• Your score is based on the detailed information you provide on your application and in response to the supplemental questions.
• Your score is valid for this specific posting only.
• You must provide complete and accurate information or:
  1. your score may be lower than deserved.
  2. you may be disqualified.
• You may only apply/test once for this posting.
• Your results will be provided via email.