Motor Carrier Specialist , California Highway Patrol

Position: MOTOR CARRIER SPECIALIST I, CALIFORNIA HIGHWAY PATROL
Job Description and Duties

Under general supervision, audit records of motor carriers of passengers and property for compliance with the California Highway Patrol administrative regulations relating to safety, maintenance, and operational practices; perform in-depth vehicle inspections of commercial motor vehicles including annual certifications, evaluate the effectiveness of a carrier's preventive maintenance program and the adequacy and accuracy of record keeping related to driver's hours of service, driver licensing, and controlled substance and alcohol testing;

prepare comprehensive written reports identifying deficiencies and recommending corrective action to motor carriers, make recommendations regarding granting of PUC operating authority; inspect hazardous material and waste carrier and shipper facilities to evaluate compliance with state and federal regulations; use a personal computer to access data and complete forms and documents; maintain a calendar and manage assigned workload, provide technical information and guidance to individuals with varying levels of comprehension;

adhere to the Department's expectations and commitment to service by upholding established professional values and departmental policy.

You will find additional information about the job in the Duty Statement.

Working Conditions

Indoors with climate control, outdoors often in excessively warm or cold weather, exposure to dirt and grease while inspecting vehicles.

This position is designated under the Conflict-of-Interest Code. The position is responsible for making or participating in the making of governmental decisions that may potentially have a material effect on personal financial interests. The appointee is required to complete Form 700 within 30 days of appointment. Failure to comply with the Conflict-of-Interest Code requirements may void the appointment.

Minimum Requirements

You will find the

Minimum Requirements in the Class Specification.

* MOTOR CARRIER SPECIALIST I, CALIFORNIA HIGHWAY PATROL

Additional Documents

* Job Application Package Checklist

* Duty Statement

Position Details

Job Code #:

JC-500656

Position #(s):

-009

Working Title:

Motor Carrier Specialist I

Classification:

MOTOR CARRIER SPECIALIST I, CALIFORNIA HIGHWAY PATROL

$5,208.00 - $6,918.00

New to State candidates will be hired into the minimum salary of the classification or minimum of alternate range when applicable.

# of Positions:

1

Work Location:

Humboldt County

Telework:

In Office

Job Type:

Permanent, Full Time

Department Information

California Highway Patrol

South Humboldt/Arcata

255 E Samoa Blvd

Arcata, CA 95521

The mission of the California Highway Patrol (CHP) is to provide the highest level of Safety, Service, and Security. The CHP offers challenging and exciting careers in the field of law enforcement. If you are interested in diversity, challenges, and opportunities, the CHP invites you to apply to become a part of our professional organization. We remain competitive and current with training and technology, keeping the citizens of California safe.

We have many employment opportunities, and we invite you to look into the California Highway Patrol for your future.

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Special Requirements

* The position(s) require(s) a Drug Screening be passed prior to being hired.

* The position(s) require(s) a Background Investigation be cleared prior to being hired.

* The position(s) require(s) Medical Clearance prior to being hired.

The Statement of Qualifications (SOQ) serves as documentation of each applicant's ability to present information clearly and concisely in writing. Each question must be numbered and addressed in the same order as the questions below. The SOQ must be typed and 1 page in length, each response shall be no more than 1 paragraph and 12-point Arial font.

1. After reviewing the duty statement, summarize the duties you currently perform that are similar to the Motor Carrier Specialist I position?

2. Describe the elements of an effective preventative maintenance program.

* Incumbents currently in the classification who are eligible to transfer shall upload a completed and signed CHP 220N, Request for Transfer-Nonuniformed, form to this job control. The most senior same-class transfer applicant who responds by the final filing date shall be selected. CHP 220N link:

Application Instructions

Completed applications and all required documents must be received or postmarked by the Final Filing Date in order to be considered. Dates printed on Mobile Bar Codes, such as the Quick Response (QR) Codes available at the USPS, are not considered Postmark dates for the purpose of determining timely filing of an application.

Final Filing Date: 1/14/2026

Who May Apply

Individuals who are currently in the classification, eligible for lateral transfer, eligible for reinstatement, have list or LEAP eligibility, are in the process of obtaining list eligibility, or have SROA and/or Surplus eligibility (please attach your letter, if available). SROA and Surplus candidates are given…