Part - Time Instructor, DOT Transportation - DWED - FY 20277

Nevada System of Higher Education; United States; On-site; USD 66,000 - 72,000; Full time

Job summary

Nevada System of Higher Education seeks a dedicated inspector to ensure public safety and regulatory compliance through vehicle and infrastructure inspections in line with FMCSR, DOT, and OSHA standards.

You will perform pre-trip, en-route, and post-trip inspections, verify Hours of Service and HazMat placarding, document findings in digital systems, and communicate clearly with drivers and the public, applying de-escalation when needed.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of DOT/FMCSR and OSHA regulations.
• Ability to identify safety defects and violations.
• Experience with inspection tools and digital reporting.
• Excellent communication and de-escalation skills.

Responsibilities

• Conduct inspections aligned with FMCSR, OSHA, and DOT regulations.
• Perform pre-trip, en-route, and post-trip vehicle inspections.
• Verify Hours of Service, ELD data, permits, and HazMat placarding.
• Document findings using digital reporting systems.
• Communicate with drivers and the public; apply de-escalation techniques.

Skills

Regulatory knowledge (DOT/FMCSR/OSHA)

Identify safety defects

Inspection tools proficiency

Clear communication

Tools

Digital reporting platforms

Inspection tools/equipment

Job description

Job Description

Ensures public safety and regulatory compliance by inspecting commercial vehicles, transportation infrastructure, and operational practices.

“Ensure public safety, infrastructure integrity, and compliance with DOT standards…”

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct inspections aligned with FMCSR, OSHA, and DOT regulations.

“Federal Motor Carrier Safety Regulations (FMCSR)”

• Perform pre‑trip, en‑route, and post‑tripvehicle inspections.
• Verify Hours of Service, ELD data, permits, and hazardous materials placarding.
• Support roadways, pavement, and NBISbridge inspection activities.

“Bridge inspection standards (NBIS)”

• Document findings using digital reporting systems.
• Communicate clearly with drivers and the public; apply de‑escalation techniques.

Required Nevada Certifications

These are the standard certificationsfor DOT‑aligned inspection roles in Nevada:

• Nevada Commercial Vehicle Safety Alliance (CVSA) Inspector Certification— Required for commercial motor vehicle enforcement and safety inspections.
• Nevada DOT Level I–III Inspector Credentials— Covers full vehicle, driver, and hazardous materials inspections.
• Hazardous Materials (HazMat) Inspection Endorsement— Required for placarding and hazardous materials compliance checks.
• Hazardous material placarding
• NBIS Bridge Inspection Certification— Required for bridge and structural inspections.
• OSHA 10 or OSHA 30— Required for safety compliance roles.
• OSHA safety basics
• ELD/Hours of Service Verification Training— Required for electronic logging device enforcement.
• Optional:FAA airfield safety awareness, rail/transit inspection modules (if assigned).
• FAA compliance awareness

Skills & Competencies

• Strong regulatory knowledge (DOT, FMCSR, OSHA).
• Ability to identify safety defects and violations.
• Proficiency with inspection tools and digital reporting platforms.
• Inspection tools and equipment
• Clear communication and conflict management.

Hourly Rate

$50.00 per hour

Exempt

Yes

Full-Time Equivalent

48.8%

Posting Close Date

06/30/2027

Note to Applicant

This position may require that a criminal background check be conducted on the candidate(s) selected for hire.

As part of the hiring process, applicants for positions in the Nevada System of Higher Education may be required to demonstrate the ability to perform job-related tasks.

Schedules are subject to change based on organizational needs.

CSN is responsive to serving the educational needs of a diverse and ever-changing community. CSN employs only U.S. citizens and aliens authorized to work in the U.S. CSN does not sponsor aliens applying for faculty, professional staff, or management positions (H-1B Visas) in the absence of exceptional circumstances as defined by the USCIS.