Driver License Examiner Assistant (Somerset)

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　　Driver License Examiner Assistant (Somerset)

　　Salary

　　$41,603.00 - $62,091.00 Annually

　　Location

　　Somerset County, PA

　　Job Type

　　Civil Service Permanent Full-Time

　　Job Number

　　CS-2024-74238-71039

　　Department

　　Department of Transportation

　　Division

　　TR Drvr Lcnsng

　　Opening Date

　　01/24/2024

　　Closing Date

　　2/7/2024 11:59 PM Eastern

　　Job Code

　　71039

　　Position Number

　　50559975

　　Union

　　AFSCME

　　Bargaining Unit

　　G1

　　Pay Group

　　ST04

　　Bureau / Division Code

　　00087200

　　Bureau / Division

　　Bureau of Driver Licensing / Somerset Driver License Center

　　Worksite Address

　　5593 Glades Pike

　　City

　　Somerset, Pennsylvania

　　Zip Code

　　15501

　　Contact Name

　　Casey Gray

　　Contact Phone

　　717.705.9337

　　Contact Email

　　15501

　　Description

　　Benefits

　　Questions

　　THE POSITION

　　Somerset County is currently in need of a Driver License Examiner Assistant, and the Department of Transportation is actively seeking qualified individuals for this position. As an assistant, your main responsibility will be to oversee and manage the application and knowledge testing procedures for both commercial and non-commercial driver licenses in Pennsylvania. This is a crucial role that ensures the smooth operation of the driver licensing program, and if you are interested in joining this important team, do not hesitate to apply today!

　　DESCRIPTION OF WORK

　　The role involves direct interaction with customers to verify their identification and ensure the completion of application forms. Additionally, this position is responsible for entering the gathered information into an online driver license application software. You will also be responsible for conducting standardized knowledge tests to assess the applicant's understanding of the Vehicle Code, driving laws, and traffic control devices. As part of the process, a vision screening is conducted using a telebinocular instrument to assess the visual acuity of all applicants. You will enter the test results and customer applications into online software systems using a PC terminal. It is crucial for you to strictly adhere to the customer service policy of the driver and vehicle services. Furthermore, this role is responsible for correctly using and documenting the fee waiver code whenever necessary to process a customer transaction. You must comply with all aspects of the Fee Waiver Guidelines. Finally, you may be required to perform other related duties as assigned.

　　Interested in learning more? Additional details regarding this position can be found in the po sition description .

　　Work Schedule and Additional Information:

　　Full-time employment, 40-hour work week.

　　Work hours are 8:15 AM to 4:45 PM, Tuesday - Saturday, with a 30-minute lunch.

　　Overtime and travel are required.

　　Salary: In some cases, the starting salary may be non-negotiable.

　　You will receive further communication regarding this position via email. Check your email, including spam/junk folders, for these notices.

　　REQUIRED EXPERIENCE, TRAINING & ELIGIBILITY

　　QUALIFICATIONS

　　Minimum Experience and Training Requirements:

　　One year of experience obtaining, evaluating, and providing information to the public.

　　Other Requirements:

　　You must meet the PA residency requirement (https://www.employment.pa.gov/Additional%20Info/Pages/default.aspx) . For more information on ways to meet PA residency requirements, follow the link (https://www.employment.pa.gov/Additional%20Info/Pages/default.aspx) and click on Residency.

　　You must be able to perform essential job functions.

　　Legal Requirements:

　　This position requires the selected candidate to undergo and pass a Fingerprint and Name-Based Criminal History Check prior to employment.

　　How to Apply:

　　Resumes, cover letters, and similar documents will not be reviewed, and the information contained therein will not be considered for the purposes of determining your eligibility for the position. Information to support your eligibility for the position must be provided on the application (i.e., relevant, detailed experience/education).

　　If you are claiming education in your answers to the supplemental application questions, you must attach a copy of your college transcripts for your claim to be accepted toward meeting the minimum requirements. Unofficial transcripts are acceptable.

　　Your application must be submitted by the posting closing date. Late applications and other required materials will not be accepted.

　　Failure to comply with the above application requirements may eliminate you from consideration for this position.

　　Veterans:

　　Pennsylvania law (51 Pa. C.S. §7103) provides employment preference for qualified veterans for appointment to many state and local government jobs. To learn more about employment preferences for veterans, go to www.employment.pa.gov/Additional%20Info/Pages/default.aspx and click the Veterans’ Preference tab or contact us at [email protected] .

　　Telecommunications Relay Service (TRS):

　　711 (hearing and speech disabilities or other individuals).

　　If you are contacted for an interview and need accommodations due to a disability, please discuss your request for accommodations with the interviewer in advance of your interview date.

　　The Commonwealth is an equal employment opportunity employer and is committed to a diverse workforce. The Commonwealth values inclusion as we seek to recruit, develop, and retain the most qualified people to serve the citizens of Pennsylvania. The Commonwealth does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religious creed, ancestry, union membership, age, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, AIDS or HIV status, disability, or any other categories protected by applicable federal or state law. All diverse candidates are encouraged to apply.

　　EXAMINATION INFORMATION

　　Completing the application, including all supplemental questions, serves as your exam for this position. No additional exam is required at a test center (also referred to as a written exam).

　　Your score is based on the detailed information you provide on your application and in response to the supplemental questions.

　　Your score is valid for this specific posting only.

　　You must provide complete and accurate information or:

　　your score may be lower than deserved.

　　you may be disqualified.

　　You may only apply/test once for this posting.

　　Your results will be provided via email.

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　　Health & Wellness

　　We offer multiple health plans so our employees can choose what works best for themselves and their families. Our comprehensive benefits package includes health coverage, vision, dental, and wellness programs.*

　　Compensation & Financial Planning

　　We invest in our employees by providing competitive wages and encouraging financial wellness by offering multiple ways to save money and ensure peace of mind including multiple retirement and investment plan options.

　　Work/Life Balance

　　We know there’s more to life than just work! Our generous paid leave benefits include paid vacation, paid sick leave, six weeks of paid parental leave, military leave, and paid time off for most major U.S. holidays, as well as flexible work schedules and work-from-home opportunities.*

　　Values and Culture

　　We believe in the work we do and provide continual opportunities for our employees to grow and contribute to the greater good. As one of the largest employers in the state, we provide opportunities for internal mobility, professional development, and the opportunity to give back by participating in workplace charitable giving.

　　Employee Perks

　　Sometimes, it is the little “extras” that make a big difference. Our employees receive special employee-only discounts and rates on a variety of services and memberships.

　　For more information on all of these Total Rewards benefits, please visitwww.employment.pa.gov and click on the benefits box.

　　*Eligibility rules apply.

　　01

　　INSTRUCTIONS: You must complete the supplemental questions below. These supplemental questions are the exam and will be scored. They are designed to give you the opportunity to relate your experience and training background to the major activities (Work Behaviors) performed in this position. Failure to provide complete and accurate information may delay the processing of your application, or result in a lower-than-deserved score or disqualification. Youmustcomplete the applicationandanswer the supplemental questions. Resumes, cover letters, and similar documents will not be reviewed for the purposes of determining your eligibility for the position or to determine your score.

　　All information you provide on your application and supplemental questions is subject to verification. Any misrepresentation, falsification or omission of material facts is subject to penalty. If requested, you must provide documentation, including names, addresses, and telephone numbers of individuals who can verify the validity of the information you provide in the application and supplemental questions.

　　Read each work behavior carefully. Determine and select which "Level of Performance" most closely represents your highest level of experience/training. List the employer(s)/training source(s) from your Work or Education sections of the application where you gained this experience/training.The "Level of Performance" you choose for each work behavior must be clearly supported within the description of the experience and training information entered in your application or your score may be lowered.In order to receive credit for experience, you must have worked in a job for at least six months in which the experience claimed was a major function.

　　If you have read and understand these instructions, please click on the "Yes" button and proceed to the exam questions.

　　If you have general questions regarding the application and hiring process, please refer to ourFAQ page. (https://www.employment.pa.gov/Additional%20Info/Pages/default.aspx#q3)

　　Yes

　　02

　　WORK BEHAVIOR 1 - CUSTOMER SERVICE/TECHNICAL ASSISTANCE

　　Greets customers, verifies their form of identification, and assists them with the completion of forms. Disseminates forms and informational brochures based on customer needs. Utilizes appropriate customer service skills when dealing with adversarial situations. Independently responds to questions and/or concerns and provides information directly to customers in person regarding the services provided and the requirements associated with each service.

　　Levels of Performance

　　Select the "Level of Performance" which best describes your claim.

　　A. I have experience providing information and communicating with the public in person, over phone calls, AND in writing (paper or electronically).

　　B. I have experience providing information and communicating with the public in person OR over phone calls.

　　C. I have experience providing information and communicating with the public in writing (paper or electronic). My experience does NOT include in person or phone call communications.

　　D. I have successfully completed college-level coursework or training related to communications or public speaking.

　　E. I have NO experience or training related to this work behavior.

　　03

　　In the text box below, please describe your experience as it relates to the level of performance you claimed on this work behavior. Please be sure your response addresses the items listed below which relate to your claim. If you claimed you have no work experience related to this work behavior, type N/A in the text box below.

　　The name(s) of the employer(s) where you gained this experience.

　　The type(s) of information you communicated to the public.

　　The method with which you communicated to the public (in person, by phone, or in writing).

　　04

　　If you have selected the level of performance pertaining to college coursework/training, please provide your responses to the items listed below. If you indicated you have no education/training related to this work behavior, type N/A in the text box below.

　　College/University/Training Source

　　Course Title(s)

　　Credits/Clock Hours

　　05

　　WORK BEHAVIOR 2 - DATA ENTRY

　　Enters applicant test results and customer application information for driver license services into an online driver license application software system. Verifies the accuracy of the data that has been input. Resolves discrepancies in information. Obtains missing information needed to resolve incomplete documents.

　　Levels of Performance

　　Select the "Level of Performance" which best describes your claim.

　　A. I have experience entering and updating electronic data and verifying its accuracy. I have also resolved discrepancies in information and obtained missing information needed to resolve incomplete documents.

　　B. I have experience entering and updating electronic data and verifying its accuracy.

　　C. I have successfully completed college-level education or training related to data entry or data management.

　　D. I have NO experience or training related to this work behavior.

　　06

　　In the text box below, please describe your experience as it relates to the level of performance you claimed in this work behavior. Please be sure your response addresses the items listed below which relate to your claim. If you indicated you have no work experience related to this work behavior, type N/A in the box below.

　　The name(s) of the employer(s) where you gained this experience.

　　The actual duties you performed related to entering information into a computer system.

　　The type(s) of information you entered into a computer system.

　　Your level of responsibility.

　　07

　　If you have selected the level of performance pertaining to college coursework/training, please provide your responses to the items listed below. If you indicated you have no education/training related to this work behavior, type N/A in the text box below.

　　College/University/Training Source

　　Course Title(s)

　　Credits/Clock Hours

　　08

　　WORK BEHAVIOR 3 - REVIEW AND PROCESS IDENTITY DOCUMENTS

　　Reviews and processes identity documents by accessing various tools, systems, and databases. Authenticates and identifies documents used to establish identity and eligibility for driver license or identification card products to aid in identifying irregularities and fraud. Identity documents include, but are not limited to: birth certificates, proof of residency documents, U.S. Passports, Social Security Cards, court documents, and immigration documents issued by the Department of Homeland Security.

　　Levels of Performance

　　Select the "Level of Performance" which best describes your claim.

　　A. I have experience identifying and authenticating documents used to establish identity and eligibility for driver license/identification card products. I reviewed and processed identity documents by accessing various tools, systems, and database.

　　B. I have experience identifying and authenticating documents used to establish identity and eligibility OTHER THAN for driver license/identification card products. I reviewed and processed identity documents by accessing various tools, systems, and database.

　　C. I have experience identifying and authenticating documents used to establish identity or eligibility.

　　D. I have successfully completed formal training on how to identify and authenticate documents.

　　E. I have NO experience or training related to this work behavior.

　　09

　　In the text box below, please describe your experience as it relates to the level of performance you claimed in this work behavior. Please be sure your response addresses the items listed below which relate to your claim. If you indicated you have no work experience related to this work behavior, type N/A in the box below.

　　The name(s) of the employer(s) where you gained this experience.

　　The type(s) of documents you reviewed and authenticated.

　　The type(s) of documents you processed.

　　The type(s) of tools, systems, or databases you used to process identity documents.

　　10

　　If you have selected the level of performance pertaining to training, please provide your responses to the items listed below. If you indicated you have no education/training related to this work behavior, type N/A in the text box below.

　　Training Source

　　Course Title

　　Credits/Clock Hours

　　11

　　WORK BEHAVIOR 4 - OPERATE OFFICE EQUIPMENT

　　From the list below, please select the office equipment you have experience in operating.

　　A. Debit/Credit Card Payment Machine (for sales transactions)

　　B. Computer

　　C. Printer

　　D. Copy Machine

　　E. Fax Machine

　　F. Scanner

　　E. Digital Tablet Device

　　F. None

　　12

　　In the text box below, please list the name(s) of the employer(s) where you gained the experience you claim with office equipment. If not applicable, please type N/A in the text box below.

　　Required Question

　　Agency

　　Commonwealth of Pennsylvania

　　Address

　　613 North Street

　　Harrisburg, Pennsylvania, 17120

　　Website

　　http://www.employment.pa.gov