Motor Carrier Safety Officer - Highways; Of Kauai

Overview

Recruitment Number: DOT-HWY-2025-17. Salary: 4,054 to 5,133 per month (SR-14, Step C to I). This recruitment will be used to establish a list of qualified candidates to fill immediate and future vacancies located at the Motor Vehicle Safety Office, Department of Transportation - Highways, State of Hawaii. A continuous recruitment may be closed at any time. The notice of the last day to file applications will be posted on the Civil Service Hawaii State Government Jobs page of the State of Hawaii Careers website.

If you have any questions regarding this civil service recruitment, you may contact the DOT - Highways Division Personnel Office by email before the closing date of DOT-HWY-2025-17. The Department of Human Resources Development - State Recruiting Office will refer all inquiries regarding this recruitment to the DOT Personnel Office.

Motor Carrier Safety Officers are responsible for enforcing laws related to commercial vehicles including regulations relating to vehicle registration, safety and vehicle weight limits. Duties include conducting investigations, inspections and compliance surveys. The Motor Carrier Safety Officer I is the entry level worker in the series and receives formal and on-the-job training on motor carrier safety rules and regulations, inspection practices and procedures, and accident investigation techniques;

and perform other related duties as assigned.

To qualify, applicants must meet ALL of the following requirements:

• Legal Authorization to Work Requirement: The State of Hawaii requires all persons seeking employment with the government of the State shall be citizens, nationals, or permanent resident aliens of the United States, or eligible under federal law for unrestricted employment in the United States.
• General
  
  Experience:
  
  One (1) year of work experience which demonstrated knowledge of arithmetic, including multiplication and division; ability to read, understand, and explain rules and regulations; conduct inspections or investigations to check for noncompliance with laws, rules and regulations; follow verbal and written instructions; and prepare clear, concise reports.
• Lifting Requirement: All positions require the ability to lift and carry objects weighing up to 40 pounds unassisted and lift and carry objects weighing up to 50 pounds assisted by another person and/or use of equipment with or without reasonable accommodation.
• Substitutions Allowed: Relevant substitutions as described in the complete Minimum Qualification Requirements, will apply.
• Driver's License Requirement: For all positions, applicants must possess a valid driver's license at the time of appointment.
• State's Measuremaster License: Applicants must possess a valid State's Measuremaster License or be able to obtain such license within the 6-month probationary period.

The information above represents a summary of the complete Minimum Qualification Requirements. To view the Requirements in their entirety, please contact the DOT Personnel Office.

The State of Hawai i complies with federal and state disability laws and makes reasonable accommodations for applicants and employees with disabilities. If you require reasonable accommodation in completing an application, any pre-employment testing, or otherwise participating in the selection process, please call the DOT Personnel Office for assistance. Electronic notification to applicants will be used to notify applicants of important information relating to the status and processing of their applications.

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The examination for this recruitment will be conducted on an unassembled basis and is based on evaluation of education and experience. In-person interviews and/or further testing may be required in Hawaii at the discretion of the hiring agency. Applicants who meet minimum qualifications and are referred to the vacancy must be available in person and at their own expense for this phase if required.

Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) information:
The PSLF Program forgives the balance of federal student loans after 120 qualifying payments while employed by a qualifying employer. For more information, please visit the official PSLF site.