Transportation Hearing Officer

Commonwealth of Kentucky; Burlington (KY); On-site; USD 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Join the Kentucky Transportation Cabinet as a Transportation Hearing Officer. Conduct hearings on driving privileges, interpret laws, and ensure compliance. This role involves administrative tasks, customer service, and some travel. A bachelor's degree and relevant experience are required.

Qualifications

• Experience with hearings, court proceedings, and identity verification.
• Experience in money handling and customer service.

Responsibilities

• Conduct informal hearings for license suspensions and probation.
• Research and interpret laws to determine driver eligibility.
• Prepare and submit activity reports and fee receipts.

Skills

Interpretation of records

Knowledge of laws

Conducting hearings

Fee collection

Customer service

Education

Bachelor's degree

Job description

EXECUTIVE BRANCH | FULL TIME | ELIGIBLE FOR OVERTIME PAY | 18A | 37.5 HR/WK

Transportation Cabinet | Department of Vehicle Regulation

Location

6159 1st Financial Drive, Suite 200
Burlington, KY 41005 USA

Description

The Kentucky Transportation Cabinet is committed to meeting or exceeding the needs and expectations of our customers. Our focus is on people: our customers, our employees, and our partners. We aim to improve the delivery of our products and services to provide a safe, efficient, environmentally sound, and fiscally responsible transportation system that promotes economic opportunity and enhances quality of life in Kentucky.

Join the Division of Driver Licensing as a Transportation Hearing Officer in Boone County to conduct informal hearings regarding driving privileges, including suspensions, probations, or other actions under KRS Chapter 186 and related statutes and regulations.

Responsibilities

• Conduct informal hearings for individuals with 12 or more points, or those convicted of racing or speeding 26 mph over the limit. Decide on probation or suspension of licenses and testify in court as a Record Custodian when subpoenaed.
• Research and interpret laws, rules, regulations, and policies to determine driver eligibility using KDLIS; process fees for various driver-related services.
• Review documents for non-US citizens, verify eligibility via SAVE, and process credentials through KDLIS.
• Prepare and submit activity reports, fee receipts, and other operational records; assist in reconciliation of daily collections; supervise in the absence of the supervisor.

Skills and Experience

• Ability to interpret records in KDLIS and process credentials.
• Knowledge of laws and statutes related to driver licensing.
• Experience in conducting hearings in a legal and fair manner.
• Experience in fee collection, reconciliation, and report creation.

Qualifications

• Experience with hearings, court proceedings, and identity verification.
• Experience in money handling and customer service.
• Experience with record analysis and data management systems.
• Ability to provide professional customer service and train subordinates.

Additional details: Minimal physical activity involved; some travel required.

If you seek a rewarding career in a collaborative environment with a focus on performance, consider joining KYTC!

Applicants must be authorized to work in the U.S. and will be verified via E-Verify.

Education & Experience

Graduation from a college or university with a bachelor's degree is required.

Four years of administrative, research, law enforcement, or investigative experience are required. A law degree can substitute for experience, and additional experience can substitute for education on a year-for-year basis.

Additional Requirements

Must hold a valid driver’s license at employment and maintain any required licenses or certifications.

Working Conditions & Probation

Work primarily in an office or court setting; some travel required. Initial and promotional probation period of 6 months.

For questions, contact Jennifer Cardwell at [e-mail] or 502-782-3702.