Customer Representative Associate II - Bureau of Motor Vehicles

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Position: Customer Representative Associate II

Department: Secretary of State - Bureau of Motor Vehicles
Division: Exams – Driver License Services

Location: Augusta, Maine
Schedule: Monday – Friday, 8:00 am – 5:00 pm

Job Class: 6598

Grade: 13

Salary: $18.08 - $26.03

Closing Date: November 17, 2026

At the Department of the Secretary of State, we are a team dedicated to providing efficient and exceptional service to our community. We prioritize work-life balance and offer excellent benefits to support our team in achieving professional success while maintaining personal well-being. Join a team that fosters a culture of teamwork, integrity, and continuous improvement, offering opportunities for growth and making a meaningful impact on the lives of our citizens. 

We are looking for dedicated and collaborative individuals who thrive in a fast-paced, customer-focused environment. If you are passionate about delivering outstanding public service, contributing to a high-performing team, and supporting the people of Maine every day we want you on our team. 

The Customer Representative Associate II plays a key role in processing over 50,000 annual driver examinations statewide and ensuring compliance with Maine and federal licensing regulations within the Exams Unit. In this fast-paced, customer-focused position, you'll assist the public and 13 branch offices with exam scheduling, application processing, and regulatory requirements, including CDL and FMCSA standards. Ideal candidates are detail-oriented, organized, and committed to delivering outstanding service while supporting the safe and efficient licensing of Maine’s drivers.

• Team Collaboration: Ability to work effectively within a team, contributing to shared goals and helping others succeed.
• Communication Skills: Clear and effective communication with colleagues, management, and stakeholders to ensure alignment and clarity.
• Adaptability: Willingness and ability to adapt to changing priorities, processes, and technologies.
• Problem-Solving: Strong critical thinking skills to identify issues and propose innovative solutions.
• Attention to Detail: A focus on accuracy and thoroughness in completing tasks and managing responsibilities.
• Professionalism: Maintain a positive and respectful work environment through thoughtful, courteous interactions.

• Emotional Intelligence: Empathetic, self-aware, and able to manage high-stress interactions with tact.
• Conflict Resolution: Handle difficult or emotional customer situations with patience and effectiveness.
• Time Management: Prioritize tasks and complete assignments accurately and on time.
• Commitment to Excellence: Dedication to high-quality work, accuracy, and upholding public trust.
• Continuous Improvement: A mindset focused on improving processes, learning new skills, and supporting team development.

• Provide customer service via phone, email, and in person—including handling inquiries and resolving concerns.
• Review and process applications, verify documentation, and ensure regulatory compliance.
• Schedule, reschedule, and cancel exams while maintaining accurate records.
• Perform daily CDLIS checks and ensure medical certifications meet FMCSA requirements.
• Communicate with driving schools and support internal branch operations.
• Interpret and apply policies and procedures to real-world scenarios.

Comfort learning and adopting new technologies, experience streamlining or digitizing paper-based work, clear written communication, curiosity about emerging workplace tools, and the judgment to evaluate and verify their output before relying on it.  ​

• Strong Communication Skills: Ability to provide excellent customer service over the phone, including clear articulation, active listening, and empathy.
• Exceptional Multi-tasking Abilities: Comfortable handling multiple tasks or systems simultaneously while maintaining focus and attention to detail.
• Adaptability and Flexibility: Open to change and able to shift priorities or duties quickly in a dynamic work environment.
• Positive Attitude: Maintains a calm, professional demeanor under pressure and contributes to a supportive team environment.

(Entry level knowledges, skills, and/or abilities may be acquired through, BUT ARE NOT LIMITED TO the following coursework/training and/or experience.)

Training, education, or experience in office and administrative support work that demonstrates 1) competency in applying a solid knowledge of the principles and practices of quality customer service to perform complex work in assisting the public with applications, fees, examinations, or social services that have an eligibility or compliance component; and 2) the ability to use independent decision-making on the appropriate processes to follow, information to process, and actions to take in accordance with standard procedures.

All positions in this classification assume the qualifications of: Customer Representative Assistant I, Customer Representative Assistant II and Customer Representative Associate I.