Motor Vehicle Examiner (Part-Time)

Introduction

\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\nThe State of Connecticut, Department of Motor Vehicles (DMV)�is currently accepting applications for a part-time�Motor Vehicle Examiner�position within the�Vehicle Business Regulation division. This division consists of 7 operational areas: Business to Business Unit, Core Customer Operations, Copy Records, Compliance, Records Update, Support Services and Relationship Management Unit, and Specialized Registry Services.�\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\nWhat We Can Offer You:\r\n\r\n\r\n Visit our new State Employee Benefits Overview page!\r\n Professional growth and development opportunities\r\n A healthy work/life balance to all employees\r\n Benefits are on a prorated basis for permanent part-time employees\r\n \r\n \r\n \r\n Position Details:\r\n \r\n \r\n Schedule: Part-Time, First Shift, Monday (9 A.M. - 1:30 P.M.), Tuesday - Thursday (8:00 A.M. - 4:00 P.M.), Friday (8:30 A.M. - 3:30 P.M.)\r\n Location: Wethersfield, CT\r\n \r\n \r\n The Role:\r\n \r\n \r\n \r\n Provides a wide range of customer services to the public and support services to other DMV operations.\r\n Processes paperwork for the Dealer On-Line Registration Program and is charged with monitoring and assuring�the compliance of several functions, and the processing of several transactions related to the compliance�function.\r\n Oversees marine vessel mailed in transactions and central repository for all boat registration transactions.\r\n Is responsible for the documentation of standards relating to the title and registration issuance process.\r\n Connecticut is a participant in the National Motor Vehicle Title Information System (NMVTIS), ensuring�vehicle compliance safety and customer protection, and VBR operates a NMVTIS help desk.\r\n Is responsible for the approval of vanity and special interest plates, the issuance of parking placards for�disabled individuals, and for providing customers with copies of DMV documents.\r\n \r\n \r\n \r\n \r\n \r\n \r\n \r\n \r\n \r\n \r\n \r\n \r\n \r\n About Us:\r\n At the DMV, we are dedicated to protecting the health and safety of the motoring public through education, outreach and enforcement in the areas of vehicle weight and safety inspections, heavy duty diesel emission testing, traffic enforcement and investigations of any motor vehicle related complaints.\r\n \r\n \r\n Please watch the video below to hear a message from our Commissioner at the CT DMV!\r\n \r\n \r\n \r\n \r\n \r\n \r\n \t\t\t\t\t\t\r\n \r\n \r\n \r\n \r\n \r\n \r\n \r\n \r\n \r\n

Selection Plan

FOR ASSISTANCE IN APPLYING:�\r\nCheck out our Applicant Tips on How to Apply! Need more resources?� Visit our Applicant Toolkit for additional support throughout the recruitment process.�\r\nPlease Note:��In order to receive educational credits toward qualification for this job posting, the institution must be accredited.� If the institution of higher learning is located outside of the U.S., you are responsible for providing documentation from a recognized USA accrediting service which specializes in determining foreign education equivalencies to the recruiter listed on this job posting by the closing date listed on the job posting.�\r\nBEFORE YOU APPLY:�\r\n\r\n Meet Minimum Qualifications: Ensure you meet the Minimum Qualifications listed on the job opening by the job closing date. You must specify your qualifications on your application. The minimum experience and training requirements listed must be met by the close date on the job opening, unless otherwise specified. �\r\n Educational Credits: List your earned credits and degrees from accredited institutions accurately on your application. To receive educational credits towards qualification, the institution must be accredited. If the institution of higher learning is located outside of the U.S., you are responsible for providing documentation from a recognized USA accrediting service which specializes in determining foreign education equivalencies to the contact listed below by the closing date listed on the job posting.�\r\n Resume Policy: Per Public Act 21-69, resumes are not accepted during the initial application process. As the recruitment process progresses, candidates may be required to submit additional documentation to support their qualification(s) for this position. This documentation may include: a cover letter, resume, transcripts, diplomas, performance reviews, attendance records, supervisory references, licensure, etc., at the request and discretion of the hiring agency.�\r\n Preferred Shift/Location: Select all location(s) and shift(s) you are willing to work on your application. Failure to do so may result in not being considered for vacancies in that specific location or shift.�\r\n Timely Submission: All application materials must be received by the job posting deadline. You will be unable to make revisions once you officially submit your application to the State. �Late submissions are rarely accepted, with exceptions only for documented events that incapacitate individuals during the entire duration of the job posting. Request exceptions by emailing DAS.SHRM@ct.gov.�\r\n Salary Calculations: For current state employees, salary calculations are not necessarily comparable from one of the three branches of state government (i.e., Executive, Legislative, Judicial) to the other.�\r\n\r\n\r\n Note: The only way to apply to this posting is via the ‘Apply’ or ‘Apply Online’ buttons on the official State of Connecticut Online Employment Center job posting.\r\n\r\nAFTER YOU APPLY:�\r\n\r\n Some email providers may experience delays or issues delivering messages. To avoid missing important updates—such as referral questionnaires or interview scheduling links—please check your Personal Status Board regularly.\r\n For added convenience, you can also enable text (SMS) notifications. To do this, log in to your Personal Status Board and select “Update My Contact Information.”\r\n Referral Questions: This posting may require completion of additional Referral Questions (RQs), which must be completed by the questionnaire’s expiration date. If requested, RQs can be accessed via an email sent to you after the job close date or by visiting your JobAps Personal Status Board (Certification Questionnaires section).� �\r\n\r\n\r\n Prepare For An Interview: Interviews are limited to those whose experience and training are most aligned with the role. To prepare, review this helpful Interview Preparation Guide to make the best impression!�\r\n Stay connected! Log in daily to your JobAps Personal Status Board to track your status and check email (including spam/junk folders) for updates and tasks.��\r\n The immediate vacancy is listed above, however, applications to this recruitment may be used for future vacancies in this job class.��\r\n Note: This position will be filled in accordance with contractual language, reemployment, SEBAC, transfer, promotion and merit employment rules. Candidates who are offered and accept a position with the State of Connecticut are bound by the State Code of Ethics for Public Officials and State employees, available at www.ct.gov/ethics.\r\n This employer may participate in E‑Verify and will provide the federal government with your Form I‑9 information to confirm work authorization.\r\n\r\nQUESTIONS? WE’RE HERE TO HELP:�\r\nDue to high volume, we are unable to confirm receipt or provide status updates directly. For recruitment updates, please check your Personal Status Board and review our Frequently Asked Questions. If you have additional questions about the recruitment process, reach out to Nicole Frascatore via Nicole.Frascatore@ct.gov.\r\nJoin the State of Connecticut and take your next career step with confidence!\r\n

PURPOSE OF JOB CLASS (NATURE OF WORK)

In the Department of Motor Vehicles central and branch offices this class is accountable for examining forms, applications and supporting documentation before granting issuance of a title, operator's license and/or registration.\r\n

EXAMPLES OF DUTIES

\r\n\r\n Reviews and examines applications and supporting documents for operator licenses, vehicle registrations and certificates of title to ensure clear, complete and accurate information;\r\n Performs limited restorations of driver licenses or motor vehicle registrations;\r\n Verifies data such as insurance coverage, year, make, model, vehicle identification number, property tax liability and suspension records;\r\n Determines proof of ownership and existence of encumbrances from information submitted;\r\n Contacts municipal collectors of revenue to obtain clearance;\r\n Prepares appropriate form letters advising of specific reasons for rejection or requesting additional information regarding correction of submitted data;\r\n Compares data elements with automotive reference manuals and manufacturer's publications for verification;\r\n Checks for erasures or omissions in typing;\r\n Responds to inquiries from the public and co-workers and provides correct information on requirements and procedures;\r\n Issues motor vehicle operator licenses containing photograph of applicant;\r\n Collects fees;\r\n Verifies and validates applications and supporting documentation;\r\n Operates camera;\r\n Die cuts and laminates photographs to licenses;\r\n Makes minor adjustments to and performs routine maintenance on equipment;\r\n Operates cash register and other office equipment such as calculators and computer terminals;\r\n Schedules appointments;\r\n Prepares financial documents and reports;\r\n Balances cash and documents;\r\n Processes registration renewals;\r\n Examines title applications, ensures its completion and may process disposition requests submitted by garage owners;\r\n Receives training in and may perform on a limited fill in basis full scale registration activities such as issuance of motor vehicle and boat registrations, toll plates, collection of title fees and sales tax, verification of proof of ownership and determination of appropriate registration transaction, etc;\r\n May maintain records including approved and rejected applications;\r\n May perform specific research assignments such as chain of ownership or lien information;\r\n May clear duplicate identification lists;\r\n May type;\r\n Performs related duties as required.\r\n\r\n\r\n

KNOWLEDGE, SKILL AND ABILITY

\r\n\r\n Knowledge of office systems and procedures;\r\n Skills\r\n \r\n interpersonal skills;\r\n oral and written communication skills;\r\n in performing arithmetical computations;\r\n \r\n \r\n •\tAbility to\r\n \r\n handle and count money;\r\n read, comprehend and apply laws, policies and procedures;\r\n maintain records;\r\n examine documents for completeness and accuracy;\r\n operate personal computer, computer terminals and office equipment;\r\n operate office suite software;\r\n use reference manuals.\r\n \r\n \r\n\r\n\r\n

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS - GENERAL EXPERIENCE

Three (3) years of clerical experience.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS - SPECIAL EXPERIENCE

One (1) year of the General Experience must have included clerical experience where a majority of the time involved face-to-face contact with the general public involving personal explanation or interpretation of products, policies or procedures or telephone customer service where the primary responsibility included providing information concerning or explaining programs/services or resolving problems.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS - SUBSTITUTIONS ALLOWED

College training may be substituted for General Experience on the basis of fifteen (15) semester hours equalling one-half (1/2) year of experience to a maximum of two (2) years.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

\r\n\r\n Experience processing cash, checks, credit card transactions and balancing a cash drawer.\r\n Experience applying policies, procedures and making decisions independently.\r\n Experience operating computers and standard office equipment.\r\n Experience communicating with customers and resolving escalated customer issues.\r\n\r\n\r\n

CHARACTER REQUIREMENTS

In addition to the checking of references and of facts stated in the application, a thorough background investigation of each candidate may be made before individuals are certified for appointment.

Conclusion

AN AFFIRMATIVE ACTION/EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER\r\n\r\nThe State of Connecticut is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer and strongly encourages the applications of women, minorities, and persons with disabilities.\r\n

ACKNOWLEDGEMENT

As\r\ndefined by Sec. 5-196 of the Connecticut General Statutes, a job class is a\r\nposition or group of positions that share general characteristics and are\r\ncategorized under a single title for administrative purposes.� As such, a job class is not meant to be\r\nall-inclusive of every task and/or responsibility.\r\n