Third Party CDL Examiner Compliance Coordinator

Position Title

Third Party CDL Examiner Compliance Coordinator

08/27/2026

09/10/2026

Department of Transportation

$5,988 - $9,191

Employee

Compliance Specialist 3 – Third Party CDL Examiner Compliance Coordinator

Oregon Department of Transportation

Driver & Motor Vehicle (DMV) Services Division

Program Services / Third Party Programs Team

Salem / Hybrid

Join our team at DMV headquarters in Salem as a CDL examiner compliance coordinator. In this position, you will perform work related to regulatory compliance for third party companies that offer commercial driver license (CDL) examinations. You will coordinate contracts, provide training, ensure compliance and impose sanctions when needed against businesses for non‑compliance. If you have a passion for delivering exceptional customer service while maintaining compliance to ensure safety,

We provide a safe and reliable multimodal transportation system that connects people and helps Oregon's communities and economy thrive. We encourage people from all backgrounds and abilities.

• Establish compliance standards and procedures for assigned programs.
• Maintain comprehensive knowledge of federal and state regulations regarding commercial driving and ensure alignment with administrative rules, program policies and third party testing and training contracts.
• Analyze, interpret and apply laws, rules and agency policy to assist with compliance issues inside or outside the agency. Assist in handling regulatory complaints.
• Provide comprehensive training to third party CDL examiners.
• Identify training related issues or skills gaps and develop plans to address them.
• Create, update and refine training guidelines and materials as needed for CDL examiners ensuring compliance with all regulations and policies.
• Assist with administrative reviews as needed and testify in court regarding Third Party administrative hearings.
• Monitor testers, trainers and examiners for compliance with all program requirements and contractual obligations. Document findings, prepare written reports and collect evidence when necessary.
• Coordinate and manage various contracts and agreements related to third party skills testing and driver training.
• Collaborate with Program Coordination manager to develop mission, priorities and goals assigned programs.
• Serve as policy expert for assigned programs. Lead ongoing research, evaluation of procedures, draft rule amendments and ensure continued compliance with applicable laws, regulations and policies.
• Work is primarily performed in a typical office environment. Occasional travel and flexible work schedule to meet business needs may be required.
• This position does require the ability to work closely with large commercial vehicles. This includes working outdoors in all weather conditions, being able to step or climb into commercial vehicles and working in congested areas safely.
• Hybrid work options available 1-2 days per week after initial training period.

• Work/life balance, 11 paid holidays a year, flexible work schedules, paid leave and so much more. Learn more about working at the Oregon Department of Transportation and the benefits we offer.
• Comprehensive and equitable base salary offer within the listed range. Through an equal pay assessment, we will determine the salary offer using the information you provide in your submitted application materials. Please ensure your application materials are detailed, accurate and reflect your skills, experience (paid and unpaid) and education as they relate to the position when applying.
• The salary range listed is the non-PERS monthly salary range. If you are already a participating PERS member or once you become PERS eligible, the salary range will increase by 6.95%.
• Public Service Loan Forgiveness opportunity!

Five years’ experience doing administrative research that included compiling and evaluating facts to recommend management action or decide compliance or eligibility with program guidelines and regulations. Three of the five years must be above the technical…