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Commonwealth of Pennsylvania |
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POSITION DESCRIPTION FOR JOB POSTING |
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Position Number: 00180917 |
Description Activated On: 6/3/2026 9:18:48 AM |
Position Purpose: Describe the primary purpose of this position and how it contributes to the organization’s objectives. Example: Provides clerical and office support within the Division to ensure its operations are conducted efficiently and effectively. Understands and promotes the Bureau’s agenda with regard to providing excellence in service equal to the best in the business, including but not limited to the Baldrige Criteria, ARBOR standards, and Driver Vehicle Services Customer Service Policy. Demonstrates a basic knowledge of state and federal laws and regulations, which impact the Driver License Program. Examiners must be capable of performing all driver examination functions, including but not limited to exams and counter processing, with no more than two exceptions per rating period that require supervisor intervention. |
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Description of Duties: Describe in detail the duties and responsibilities assigned to this position. Descriptions should include the major end result of the task. Example: Types correspondence, reports, and other various documents from handwritten drafts for review and signature of the supervisor. Conducts standardized examinations to evaluate the skill and competence of Commercial and Non-Commercial Driver License applicants safely and courteously. Determines the physical and driving qualifications of applicants, and the mechanical conditions of vehicles for conformance to the established standards necessary for safe driving. Tests applicants for a knowledge and understanding of the motor vehicle code and traffic signs, and evaluates the applicant's ability in practical demonstration of motor vehicle operation and observance of the rules of the road. Processes test results and applicants. Administers the Commercial Driver License (CDL) knowledge examination, pre-trip, and driving tests. Examines applications, registrations, and permits for possible irregularities and fraud. Checks motor vehicles for inspection stickers, lights, windshield wipers, and other mechanical features. Administers telebinocular, color perception, and other tests of vision. Strictly adheres to all aspects of PennDOT Driver and Vehicle Services Customer Service Policy. Safety . Assess your environment and be responsible for your safety, the safety of co-workers, and the public. 2. Attend required safety training and adhere to the requirements of all safety manuals, policies, and laws. 3. Immediately report to your supervisor any incident, unsafe practice, or near miss. 4. When in an enclosed environment (office buildings, confined spaces, flagger stations, equipment pinch points, etc.), know your evacuation process and escape route, your communication protocols, and appropriately react in the event of an incident. Performs other related duties as required. |
Decision Making: Describe the types of decisions made by the incumbent of this position and the types of decisions referred to others. Identify the problems or issues that can be resolved at the level of this position, versus those that must be referred to the supervisor. Example: In response to a customer inquiry, this work involves researching the status of an activity and preparing a formal response for the supervisor’s signature. Driver License Examiners test non-CDL and CDL customers and make a decision as set forth in procedures whether the customer passes or fails. |
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Requirements Profile: Identify any specific experience or requirements, such as a licensure, registration, or certification, which may be necessary to perform the functions of the position. Position-specific requirements should be consistent with a Special Requirement or other criteria identified in the classification specification covering this position. Example: Experience using Java; Professional Engineer License Experience: Licenses, registrations, or certifications: 1. CDL in classes A and M with the following endorsements: P and N 2. L restriction (Air Brakes) must be lifted 3. N/A 4. 5. 6. |
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Essential Functions: Provide a list of essential functions for this position. Example: Transports boxes weighing up to 60 pounds.
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