Driver's License Examiner; part-time

Driver’s License Examiner (part-time)

Qualified candidates will act as the first line of homeland security for the State of Oklahoma by conducting driver’s license interviews, examinations, and inspections to determine eligibility for driver’s licenses or state identification cards in compliance with state and federal regulations.

$19.06 per hour, limited to a maximum of 24 hours per work week. Part‑time employees may not exceed 999 hours each year. Selected candidates may be required to work on Saturdays, if needed.

• Interviews applicants to determine the type of license or identification required; reviews, inspects, and verifies legality of qualifying documents; verifies identity and determines eligibility for driver’s license or identification card.
• Advises applicants as to reasons an application cannot be accepted and procedures to resolve any disqualifying issues, including providing expert testimony related to medical disqualifications.
• Evaluates medical, physical, or mental information provided by an applicant based on state and federal standards; determines requirements for waivers or restrictions to driving privileges; advises on waiver application procedures or requirements for additional evaluation.
• Conducts in‑depth vehicle safety inspections of vehicles, buses, and commercial vehicles to be used in completing required tests and tests operators’ knowledge and ability to safely operate required systems and equipment.
• Administers vision, written, pre‑trip and skills tests as appropriate; evaluates applicant’s performance to determine knowledge and ability to safely operate a motor vehicle and comply with existing state and federal laws; determines areas of improvement and advises the applicant.
• Establishes driver’s license records while maintaining the confidentiality and security of information in compliance with state and federal laws.
• Assists the Legal Division in gathering evidence to prepare for potential legal action on fraudulent applications, as requested.
• Responds to inquiries from motor license agents in verifying the identity of an applicant, provides information concerning specific laws and procedures to law enforcement agencies and the general public, and makes recommendations on changes in driver’s license laws, policies and procedures.
• Conducts other interviews and hearings, both formal and informal, as required, concerning all aspects of driver’s license suspensions, revocations, and restrictions, modifications to allow driving to and from work and in the course of employment, temporary licenses, and other issues; reviews and analyzes accident reports and other information; renders final decisions as to appropriate actions based on individual cases; issues set‑aside or stay orders, modification orders, and temporary licenses and completes other required forms and documents.
• Other duties as assigned.

• Knowledge of state and federal laws regarding driving privileges, physical requirements, exemptions and the issuance of driver’s licenses; of various types of commercial vehicles, related safety and operating equipment and licensing requirements; of the different types of driver’s licenses; and of interviewing principles and practices.
• Ability to conduct interviews; to inspect and evaluate motor vehicles and related equipment; to operate all types of motor vehicles; to administer written and performance tests; to determine authenticity of identification documents to verify that the individual is legally within the United States and the state of Oklahoma; to communicate effectively; to operate computers; and to type accurately.

Preferred minimum qualifications:

• A Bachelor’s Degree in any field.
• OR four (4) years of technical clerical office work.
• OR an equivalent combination of education and experience.

Preference may be given to candidates who:

• Have previous customer service experience.
• Have familiarity with DMV processes and procedures.
• Can type at least 50 words per minute with minimal errors.

• The schedule may vary and require flexibility, including some early or late shifts,…