Motor Carrier Auditor

State of Oregon; Oregon; On-site; USD 55,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Work/life balance

11 paid holidays a year

Flexible work schedules

Paid leave

Job summary

Oregon Department of Transportation is seeking a Motor Carrier Auditor to join the Commerce and Compliance Division in Umatilla. Perform audits of weight-mile tax, IRP, IFTA, and related registrations, analyze records, interview drivers and explain regulations to ensure compliance.

Travel is required about 25% with hybrid work options available with manager approval. Strong analytical and communication skills are essential to interpret laws and prepare clear audit findings.

Qualifications

• Four years of experience doing administrative research that included compiling and evaluating facts to recommend management action or decide compliance with program guidelines and regulations.
• Two of the four years must be above the technical support level.
• Note: college-level course work may substitute for experience on the basis of 45-quarter units per year, up to a maximum of three years.

Responsibilities

• Organize, examine and analyze carrier mileage and fuel records and file information to determine accuracy of carrier tax reports and registrations.
• Interview carriers to determine their internal controls for recording, processing and reporting vehicle operations.
• Explain audit findings and applicable laws, rules and international agreements to carriers.

Skills

Administrative research

Regulatory interpretation

Interviews with drivers

Travel planning

Job description

Motor Carrier Auditor

Compliance Specialist 2 – Motor Carrier Auditor, Oregon Department of Transportation Commerce and Compliance Division Commercial Vehicle Tax Audit / Eastern Oregon Audit Umatilla. The role: Join our Commerce and Compliance team in Umatilla as a motor carrier auditor. In this role, you will independently perform audits to ensure compliance with Oregon weight-mile tax, over-dimension fees, Oregon commercial registration, International Registration Plan (IRP), and International Fuel Tax Agreement (IFTA) regulations by analyzing commercial motor carrier records. You will interview drivers and help them understand better methods of record keeping, interpret and explain various regulations, and make recommendations for further action if warranted. If you are passionate about safety and compliance and have the ability to explain complex information in a simplified manner.

Not sure what this means? Visit the Commerce and Compliance Division (CCD) laws and rules website. If you are a current State of Oregon employee, you must apply through your employee Workday profile.

Organize, examine and analyze carrier mileage and fuel records and file information to determine the accuracy of carrier tax reports and registration applications. Investigate sources of information as required when carrier records are incomplete. Research and interpret laws, rules and international agreements and apply these to motor carriers for compliance purposes. Assess under or over-reported taxes and fees and impose penalties for non‑compliance. Complete computerized schedules and exhibits using flow charts, narratives, spreadsheets and comparisons to support all fees, late payments, penalties and interest charges assessed in the audit. Document audit findings and recommendations in a clear and concise manner. Interview carriers to determine their system of internal controls for recording, processing and reporting vehicle operations. Communicate findings and recommendations to the carrier by fully explaining the audit and applicable laws, rules and international agreements.

Travel is required approximately 25% of the time for field audits and includes overnight and extended travel to all parts of the U.S. and Canada. Ability to obtain proper travel documentation is required. Hybrid work options available with manager approval.

Salary and Compensation

Salary Range: $4,952 - $7,587. Comprehensive and equitable base salary offer within the listed range. Through an equal pay assessment, we will determine the salary offer using the information you provide in your submitted application materials. Please ensure your application materials are detailed, accurate and reflect your skills, experience (paid and unpaid) and education as they relate to the position when applying. The salary range listed is the non-PERS monthly salary range. If you are already a participating PERS member or once you become PERS eligible, the salary range will increase by 6.95%. Public Service Loan Forgiveness opportunity!

• Work/life balance
• 11 paid holidays a year
• flexible work schedules
• paid leave
• and so much more

Minimum Qualifications

• Four years of experience doing administrative research that included compiling and evaluating facts to recommend management action or decide compliance with program guidelines and regulations.
• Two of the four years must be above the technical support level.
• Note: college-level course work may substitute for experience on the basis of 45-quarter units per year, up to a maximum of three years.

Special Qualifications

• Driving is an essential function of this position. You must have a valid U.S. driver license and an acceptable driving record. We will conduct pre‑employment driving records checks on our final candidate(s). Your license does not have to be issued in Oregon to be considered.

Additional Information

We do not offer visa sponsorship. If you are hired, you will be required to fill out the US Department of Homeland Security’s I‑9 form confirming you are able to work in the US. We are not an E‑Verify participating employer, and we are unable to proceed if E‑Verify participation is required (e.g., STEM Optional Practical Training (OPT) Extension).

The State of Oregon does not request or require your age, date of birth, attendance or graduation dates from an education institution during the application process. We may use this recruitment to fill multiple or future vacancies. We will conduct name-based criminal background checks on final candidates, including current ODOT employees. All applicants may be subject to additional pre‑employment check(s) such as driver license, LEDS (Law Enforcement Data System), and/or education verification as required for the position. This position is not represented by a union (unrepresented).

Equal Employment Opportunity

ODOT is an Equal Employment Opportunity and affirmatively action employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, sex, age, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, or any other class protected by state or federal laws in admission or access to our programs, services, activities, hiring, and employment practices. Applicants with a disability may request a reasonable accommodation during the application process. For questions, concerns, or complaints regarding EEO/AA/ADA, contact 1‑877‑336‑6368 (1‑877‑EEO‑ODOT). This information can be made available in an alternative format by contacting ODOT Recruitment at 503‑986‑3700. Oregon Relay Service can be reached by calling 7‑1‑1.

Contact & Support

Need help? For questions, call 503‑931‑1206 or email [e-mail].