Federal Programs Entrant Motor Carrier Auditor - Transp Prog Specialist

Working Title:

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

• Job : 95113
• Location :
  Various
• Telework Eligible :
  Yes
• 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
• FLSA Status :
  Nonexempt
• Designated in Connect 700 Program for Applicants with Disabilities ((Use the "Apply for this Job" box below)./connect
  700/) :
  Yes

The work you'll do is more than just a job.

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.

The 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 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 analyzing data sufficient to investigate and make decisions.
• Experience with word processing, spreadsheets, and data entry sufficient to send correspondences, update databases and spreadsheets.
• Experience writing and orally explaining information to others sufficient to complete a thorough investigation, compile findings in a written format and to be able to make an oral presentation of the findings.
• Ability to read and understand court decisions pertaining to complex transportation regulatory issues.
• Valid Driver's License.

Experience in a regulatory setting that includes oversight and enforcement of laws, rules, and regulations to ensure compliance.

• SEMA4 Records Check
• Criminal History Check
• Employment Reference Check
• Education/License…