Federal Programs Entrant Motor Carrier Auditor - Transp Prog Specialist

The Minnesota Department of Transportation employs people of all backgrounds and skill levels to connect members of our communities through a safe, equitable, and sustainable transportation system. We offer many employment opportunities in a wide variety of career fields that support our work. We are committed to giving our employees the tools and resources needed to grow and advance their careers.

To help our workforce thrive, we offer our employees excellent training opportunities and recognize the benefits of cultivating a diverse workforce and an inclusive workplace culture that builds on the perspectives and strengths of all employees. You will be surrounded by a diverse community of colleagues, driven by their work and motivated by the greater good. You will understand the impact of the work you do and see the benefits you provide to Minnesotans and all people using our transportation system such as state highways, railways, and airports.

We hope you will join us to find your purpose in state service!

Working Title:
Federal Programs New Entrant Motor Carrier Auditor
Job Class:
Transportation Program Specialist 1
Agency:
Transportation Dept

• Job : 95113
• Full/Part Time
  :
  Full-Time
• Regular/Temporary
  :
  Unlimited
• Who May Apply
  :
  Open to all qualified job seekers
• Date Posted
  : 06/26/2026
• Closing Date
  : 07/02/2026
• Hiring Agency/Seniority Unit
  :
  Transportation Dept / Transportation-MAPE
• Division/Unit
  : SUSTAIN PLAN & PR MGMT DIV / Comm Vehicle Federal Programs
• Work Shift/Work Hours
  :
  Day Shift
• Days of Work
  :
  Monday - Friday
• Travel Required
  :
  Yes
• Salary Range: $23.98 - $34.69 / hourly; $50,070 - $72,432 / annually
• Classified Status
  :
  Classified
• Bargaining Unit/Union
  : 214 - MN Assoc of Professional Empl/MAPE

At the State of Minnesota, employees play a critical role in developing policies, providing essential services, and working to improve the well-being and quality of life for all Minnesotans. The State of Minnesota is committed to equity and inclusion, and invests in employees by providing benefits, support resources, and training and development opportunities.

Filling two vacancies.

This position is located at Central Office in St. Paul or Golden Valley and may have the flexibility to telework, work a hybrid schedule, or work in the office. The incumbent will be required to make a telework arrangement with their supervisor. The incumbent will be expected to work in the office as determined by policy and discussion with their supervisor.

Occasional out state travel/overnight stays.

This primary purpose of this position is to complete required certification training and, under supervision, perform entry-level professional transportation-specific program responsibilities related to the federal New Entrant Safety Assurance Program (NESAP) on new interstate motor carriers to assess compliance in accordance with the Federal New Entrant Safety Audit (NESA) guidelines. Perform entry-level professional transportation program functions to plan, coordinate and conduct on-site and off-site NESAs of motor carrier records and operations and, with supervision, provide necessary education to the motor carrier to enable the carrier to achieve and maintain compliance with federal regulations.

This position must enforce and assess compliance with federal and state and statutes, laws, rules, and regulations governing the operation of interstate motor carriers and other commercial motor vehicle operations based in the State of Minnesota.

MnDOT does not sponsor applicants for visas or Optional Practical Exam for STEM Students. Individuals must be legally authorized to work in the US at the start of employment.

One year of professional experience in the areas noted below;

OR

Two years of technical or advanced clerical experience in the areas noted below;

NOTE:

A bachelor's degree in business, education, communications, criminal justice, and psychology/sociology may substitute for 1 year of professional experience.

• Ability to work in a regulatory setting applying laws and rules to ensure compliance, document findings in a written format.
• Experience researching and…