Transportation DMV Agent 1 - Raleigh Co.

State of West Virginia; Beckley (WV); On-site; USD 42,000 - 56,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Flexible Benefits

Life Insurance

Retirement Plan

Deferred Compensation

Holidays

Vacation

Paid Sick Leave

Training & Development

Wellness Programs

Job summary

The State of West Virginia's Division of Motor Vehicles in Beckley seeks a DMV Agent 1 to perform full public contact work, processing and issuing drivers’ licenses, vehicle registrations, titles, and related documents. Knowledge of motor vehicle laws, policies, and procedures is essential, with supervision at the Beckley Regional Office.

The role requires a high school diploma, at least one year of relevant paid experience, and the ability to obtain fingerprinting and a criminal background

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• One year of paid experience in bookkeeping, cashiering, or related public contact work.
• Substitution: college credit may substitute for required experience.

Responsibilities

• Process, record, and issue drivers’ licenses, vehicle registrations, titles, and related documents.
• Interpret and apply motor vehicle laws, policies, and procedures.
• Work under supervision in DMV regional office.

Skills

Public contact

Motor vehicle laws knowledge

Record processing

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

• Disclaimer-this position will be considered classified-exempt and “at will.” The Transportation DMV Agent 1 will report to the Beckley Regional Office of the Division of Motor Vehicles. Under general supervision, this position performs full-performance level public contact work involving the processing, recording, and issuance of drivers’ license, vehicle registration, vehicle titles, and related documents in a Division of Motor Vehicles (DMV) regional office. Work involves knowledge, interpretation, and the application of motor vehicle laws, policies, and procedures. Other duties as required.

Minimum Qualifications

Preference may be given to Candidates with these qualifications**

Training/Education

Graduation from standard high school or the equivalent.

Experience

One year of full time or equivalent part time paid experience in bookkeeping, cashiering, or related public contact work.

Substitution: College credit from an accredited college or university, business school, or vocational training may be substituted through an established formula for the required experience.

Additional Requirements

A valid driver's license is required and must be maintained. Work schedules are assigned and rotated on a regular basis. Overtime Hours may be required.

Special Requirements

All applicants must consent to fingerprinting and a criminal background investigation.

Other Information

• Candidate Contact Name: Brenda Hill
• Phone Number: 304-352-5944
• Email Address: [e-mail]

Salary and Wages

Direct deposit (twice a month) Promotion Opportunities - With over 20,000 classified positions in state government, there are many opportunities to compete for transfer or promotional appointment.

Medical Insurance

Major medical, surgical, prescription drug, and other medical expenses. Choice of plans. The state pays the major part of the premium.

Mountaineer Flexible Benefits (Optional Insurance)

The Mountaineer Flexible Benefits program allows tax-free deductions for dental, vision, and disability insurance, as well as medical expenses not reimbursed by regular insurance coverage.

Life Insurance

The state provides a $10,000 decreasing term life policy with accidental death and dismemberment benefits. Additional group insurance is available.

Retirement Plan

The state offers an outstanding defined benefit pension plan. Employee contributes 4.5% of salary (tax-deferred).

Deferred Compensation

State employees have a unique opportunity to build retirement savings and reduce today's taxes by participating in a Section 457 deferred compensation plan. A 457 plan is similar to the 401K plans offered by private companies.

Annual Increment Pay

The annual increment is $60 for each full year of qualifying service, and is paid in July of each year. This is available to employees with 3 or more years of service.

Holidays

Twelve (12) paid holidays in each year.

Vacation

15 to 24 days per year depending on length of service.

Paid Sick Leave

We offer an outstanding paid sick leave benefit. Employees earn 1.5 days each month or 18 days per year. There is no limit to the amount of sick leave an employee can accumulate. Full compliance with Family Medical Leave and WV Parental Leave Act. Employee to Employee Leave Donation Program.

Military Leave - Paid Military Leave

Training, and Developmental Opportunities

We offer many formal in-house training classes. Many agencies also offer tuition reimbursement for job-related training and education provided by approved technical schools and colleges.

Suggestion Award Program

Employees may receive monetary award up to 20% of the first year savings for any approved and implemented work improvement suggestion.

Credit Union

Flexible Working Hours and Alternate Work Schedules

Day Care - State approved child Day Care facilities are located at the Capitol Complex.

Wellness Programs

Many state agencies provide special wellness and health related services to employees. Examples include: free health screening, special seminars and presentations, organized health related activities, health contact information, wellness promotion events, and healthy lifestyle information.

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