Motor Vehicle Control Inspector Ii
Listed on 2026-02-12
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Government
Government Administration
Overview
Setting the standard for motor vehicle safety. The Department of Customer Services, Division of Motor Vehicles, Driver License Branch, Motor Vehicle Control Section is hiring for a Motor Vehicle Control Inspector II located at the Kapahulu Vehicle Reconstruction Inspection Station. This is a working supervisory position in which you will supervise and work alongside Motor Vehicle Control Inspectors to perform inspectional and investigative duties.
This position is also responsible for ensuring that businesses engaged in transporting passengers comply with safety and operating requirements and that abandoned and derelict vehicles are removed from Honolulu streets.
- Supervise and work alongside Motor Vehicle Control Inspectors to conduct inspections and investigations.
- Assign and review daily inspection and investigative work.
- Investigate complaints related to passenger transportation and abandoned/derelict vehicles.
- Oversee enforcement actions related to abandoned and derelict vehicles.
- Prepare reports and correspondence, respond to inquiries, and appear in court as required.
- Advance your career as you sharpen your inspectional and investigative skills relating to the safety and operating practices of motor vehicles.
- Experienced and knowledgeable Motor Vehicle Control Inspector II may qualify to apply for the Supervising Motor Vehicle Control Inspector (division chief) based on satisfactory work experience and demonstrated knowledge and skill.
- Motor Vehicle Control Inspector I SR-17 $ 4,563
- Motor Vehicle Control Inspector II SR-19 $ 4,933
- Supervising Motor Vehicle Control Inspector SR-22 $ 5,767
- Excellent employment benefits including generous time off (up to 21 vacation days, 21 sick leave days, and holidays), comprehensive health coverage, retirement plan, career development, and more.
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Minimum Qualification RequirementsAt the time of application, you must be a citizen, national or permanent resident alien of the United States or a non-citizen eligible under federal law for unrestricted employment.
Education RequirementEquivalent to graduation from high school. Responsible work experience which demonstrated the ability to perform the essential functions of the job may be substituted for education.
Experience RequirementThree (3) years of experience in inspectional, investigative, instructional or repair work which shall have included ascertaining the overall mechanical, operating and safety condition of motor vehicles, including or supplemented by one year of experience in the inspection and/or investigation of businesses engaged in transporting passengers or goods for hire.
Applicable Skills Needed- Knowledge of state and local laws, rules and regulations pertaining to traffic safety and to common carrier operations
- Knowledge of mechanical functioning of motor vehicle safety devices and equipment
- Knowledge of motor vehicle safety test equipment
- Knowledge of inspectional and investigative methods and techniques
- Knowledge of principles and practices of supervision
- Ability to interpret and explain laws, rules and regulations
- Ability to assign, supervise and coordinate the work of others
- Ability to review reports and make recommendations
- Ability to deal tactfully and effectively with the public
- Ability to prepare clear and concise reports
Possession of a valid appropriate driver's license (automobile/Type
3), prior to appointment.
Possession of a special police commission prior to completion of probation. During the probationary period, selectees shall be fingerprinted, photographed, and subject to a background investigation by the Honolulu Police Department.
Examination ProcessIf you qualify for the position, your name will be eligible for consideration for current vacancy and future job openings with this job title. Screening will be based on the education, experience, and other job-related information provided in your application. Failure to provide sufficient information may result in your application being rejected or your receiving a lower rating. All information provided on an application is subject to verification.
As applicable, false or misleading statements or omissions of material facts are grounds for disqualification and/or termination of employment with the City and County of Honolulu.
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