DPS - THP - Compliance Review Program Investigator

DPS - THP - Compliance Review Program Investigator - 1354

*** THIS IS A GRANT FUNDED POSITION AND IS SUBJECT TO RENEWAL***

Perform highly complex (senior-level) investigative work. Work involves planning, organizing and conducting investigations and inspections for compliance, as required by applicable regulations, federal and state statutes, and report findings to the carriers. May supervise the work of others. Work under limited supervision, with considerable latitude for the use of initiative and judgment.

The following Military Occupational Specialty codes are generally applicable to this position.

Applicants must fully complete the summary of experience to determine if minimum qualifications are met.

• 1. Conduct on-site Compliance Review/Safety Audit investigations of commercial motor carriers in accordance with federal regulations and State law.
• 2. Document and report identified safety deficiencies and infractions recommending corrective and enforcement action.
• 3. Assist local and state law enforcement personnel on special investigations of commercial carrier operations and individuals regarding violations of the safety regulations.
• 4. Conduct safety inspections of commercial motor vehicles in accordance with federal regulations and State law.
• 5. Document deficiencies and infractions while placing the subject vehicles into an Out of Service status according to federally mandated guidelines.
• 6. Prepare notice to appear citations/warnings for violations of the motor carrier safety regulations and /or the hazardous materials regulations.
• 7. Respond to telephone, written, or in person inquiries from the general public concerning commercial vehicle requirements.
• 8. May appear at hearings or testify before courts of jurisdiction.
• 9. Attend work regularly and observe approved work hours in accordance with agency leave and attendance policies.
• 10. Perform other duties as assigned.

• Education
  - High School Diploma/equivalent.
• Experience
  - Two (2) years or more of full-time work experience in active military service; as a commissioned peace officer; performing regulatory work in the transportation industry; or current employment with the Department of Public Safety as a full-time employee for 24 continuous months.

Substitution

Note:

1 year education may be substituted for each year of experience required. 30 semester hours will be considered equivalent to 1 year of education.

- If driving is required, must possess a valid driver license from state of residence. Be able to obtain and maintain TLETS Certification within twelve (12) months of employment; and maintain current certification in the basic commercial vehicle enforcement programs:
Roadside Inspections, Hazardous Materials, Cargo Tank Inspections, Compliance Review Audits and New Entrant Safety.

- Knowledge of the basic principles of commercial vehicle technology and familiarity with methods and practices of commercial vehicle repairs. Ability to detect improper or unsafe motor vehicle conditions and fraudulent or altered documents; and to operate a motor vehicle in accordance with state laws.

- Knowledge of the methods, practices, procedures and techniques relating to inspection program process, field investigation, and enforcement of applicable regulations and laws. Ability to successfully conduct commercial vehicle inspections and re-inspections in accordance with established rules and regulations. Ability to detect improper or unsafe motor vehicle conditions and fraudulent or altered documents; and to operate a motor vehicle in accordance with state laws.

Working knowledge of, or…