License Examiner II​/License Examiner II

Are you looking for a fast-paced job that will allow you to utilize your superior customer service skills in a rewarding environment? Are you looking for a career path in public service? If so, the Department of Motor Vehicles may have a position for you as a License Examiner. The team at DMV values teamwork, commitment, and excellent customer service. Come join us and find the keys to your future!

Florence Department of Motor Vehicles (DMV) Branch Office in Florence, SC.

• The License Examiner II administers road test examinations in all of the following class vehicles:
  • Class A:
    Any combination of vehicles with Gross Vehicle Weight Rating (GWR) of 26,001 pounds provided the GWR of vehicle being towed is in excess of 10,000 pounds.
  • Class B:
    Any single unit vehicle with a GWR of 26,001 or more pounds, or any such towing vehicle not in excess of 10,000 pounds.
  • Class C:
    Any single unit vehicle or combination of vehicles that does not meet the definition of A or B, but that is either designed to transport 16 or more passengers including the driver or is placarded for hazardous materials.
  • Class D:
    Passenger vehicles and all non-commercial vehicles that do not exceed 26,000 pounds gross vehicle weight.
  • Class E:
    Non-commercial single unit vehicles and all non-commercial vehicles that do not exceed 26,000 pounds gross vehicle weight.
  • Class F:
    Non-commercial combination vehicles that exceed 26,000 pounds gross vehicle weight.
  • Class M:
    Motorcycles.
  • CDL's if in a CDL Office.
• Determines applicant's physical and mental fitness and competency to safely operate motor vehicles. Administers written, oral and automated examinations to determine applicant's knowledge of laws and driving procedures. Performs pre‑trip inspection on the general working condition of vehicle operated by the applicant.
• Examines, accepts, prepares, enters, and prints all documents required in issuing driver licenses, beginner permits and identification cards for all classes; original duplicate transfers, temporary and replacement vehicle registrations, license plates, permits and/or titles. This includes requests for repossessed, abandoned, salvaged, homemade and rebuilt vehicles. Performs edits of the customer’s name and address fields. Processes Motor Vehicle Registration Requests. Research suspension inquiries, modifies driver International Registration Plan, registration credentials and issues automobile dealership licenses.
• Answers customer inquiries pertaining to driver, vehicle, and registration, titling, and insurance requirements by phone and in person.
• Greets and directs customers to the appropriate areas in the office.
• Collects all requirement fees and donations for the Donate Life Fund. Reconciles and prepares individual daily report and refund request documents. Computes vehicle sales taxes and makes weight adjustments to the vehicle record file.
• Receives, codes and issues receipts for surrendered license plates; boxes surrendered plates and completes pick‑up requests.
• Performs routine maintenance on equipment.
• Faxes, mails documents, and runs errands for the branch office that may include trips to the post office and making bank deposits.

Road tests are conducted throughout the year in a variety of weather conditions including rain, wind, summer heat and cold winter days. Testing begins in the early morning hours and continues through the early evening hours.

• A high school diploma and relevant experience.

• A high school diploma or equivalent.
• Must have a valid South Carolina driver's license and be at least 21 years of age with one year driving experience.
• Must complete a nationwide criminal background check to include fingerprinting.
• Before being certified to administer CDL knowledge skill tests must complete a formal CDL test examiner trainer course and examination that includes Introduction to CDL Licensing System, Overview of the CDL Tests and Knowledge Tests.

• Ability to communicate in a professional and effective manner with internal and external customers. Excellent customer service skills.
• Thorough knowledge of…