Motor Vehicle Examiner

Overview

Requisition #CL-001

Locations:
Bridgeport, CT;
Hamden, CT;
New Britain, CT;
Norwich, CT;
Wethersfield, CT. Date Opened 2/12/2026. Salary $25.26 – $33.13/hour. Job Type: Open to the Public. Close Date: 2/23/2026 11:59:00 PM.

Introduction:
Are you passionate about meeting new faces and working where every day brings something exciting? If so, join us in a flexible, travel-based role that offers variety and engagement across multiple office locations. The State of Connecticut, Department of Motor Vehicles (DMV), is now accepting applications for Motor Vehicle Examiner positions. These roles are part-time, flexible, travel-based, and offer variety across multiple office locations.

These positions are ideal for individuals who enjoy a change of scenery and a flexible work environment!

OUR TEAM

• The Special Work Assignment Travel Team (SWATT) is a DMV initiative to support our agency workforce across the State of Connecticut. SWATT was created in 2019 to help branches maintain staffing levels on a temporary and as-needed basis for vacations or sickness. Location assignments could be planned in advance or known the day of. SWATT Branch locations include Bridgeport, Hamden, New Britain, Norwich and Wethersfield, CT.
• Temporary SWATT positions have changed to permanent part-time (34 hours per week). These positions assist with the initial intake of customers and motor vehicle transactions and require proficiency with computer systems. Incumbents may be assigned to other branch locations and may work overtime.

Requirements

• Reliable transportation is essential
• Adaptability and a positive attitude toward change
• This role suits those who embrace variety and new experiences

• Visit our State Employee Benefits Overview page
• Professional growth and development opportunities
• A healthy work/life balance for all employees

• Part-time (34 hours per week, up to 39 hours possible)
• Schedule:
  
  Tue, Wed, Fri 9:00 am – 4:45 pm;
  Thu 10:30 am – 6:15 pm;
  Sat 7:45 am – 12:45 pm
• Must be willing to travel; travel up to 45 miles from home location
• First shift;
  Office/On-Site (No telework)

• Motor Vehicle Examiner positions are in the SWATT, working in a fast-paced environment with high customer contact and money handling. We seek detail-oriented people with excellent customer service skills.
• Assist with initial intake of customers and perform motor vehicle transactions; proficient with operating computer systems
• Incumbents may work at other branch locations and may work overtime
• Incumbents must be willing to travel; travel to different branch locations is required depending on agency needs
• You will be assigned a location based on application preferences
• Applicants should select all areas they are interested in and commutable to; travel to other nearby DMV locations may be required
• SWATT employees receive mileage reimbursement for travel

About Us

• The Connecticut DMV’s mission is to promote and advance public safety, security, and service through the regulation of drivers, their motor vehicles, and vehicle-related businesses.

Selection Plan

For Assistance In Applying

• Meet Minimum Qualifications by the job closing date; specify qualifications on the application
• Educational Credits: list earned credits and degrees from accredited institutions; foreign education must be documented via USA accrediting service if outside the USA
• Resume Policy:
  Resumes are not accepted during the initial application process; additional documentation may be requested later
• Preferred Shift/
  
  Location:
  
  Select all location(s) and shift(s) you are willing to work; not doing so may affect consideration
• Timely Submission:
  All materials must be received by the posting deadline; revisions are not possible after submission
• Salary Calculations:
  State salary calculations may vary by branch
• Note:
  
  Apply via the official State of Connecticut Online Employment Center posting

After You Apply

• Referral Questions:
  Complete any required Referral Questions by the questionnaire’s expiration date
• Prepare For An Interview:
  Review the Interview Preparation Guide
• Stay connected:
  Log in to Job Aps Personal Status Board for updates
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