DRIVER LICENSE EXAMINER8216K1 Pay Grade: 16 DEFINITION OF WORK Summary This is driver license examining work. The work involves conducting driver license examinations to determine the eligibility of applicants for licensure, and applying the various laws, rules and regulations in making these determinations. Duties include giving road tests, performing eye examinations, and scoring written examinations for new driver licenses or renewals. Standard Classification Factors Supervision Received - LEVEL B: "Under general supervision..." Employees working under general supervision usually receive some instructions with respect to the details of most assignments but are free to develop their own work sequences within established procedures, methods and policies. They are often physically removed from their supervisor and subject to only periodic checks. Difficulty - LEVEL B: Average - Where the employee is confronted with a variety of duties susceptible to different methods of solution which, in turn, places a correspondingly higher demand upon resourcefulness and concentration. Positions which require the analysis and evaluation of raw data and the rendering of conclusions would, in many instances, fall into this category. Complexity - LEVEL B: Work is of a structured nature including duties that have several related steps. This level involves simple analysis of data, identification of easily distinguishable facts and recognition of differences in related situations. Workers at this level exercise limited independent judgment in determining methods or procedures to be used in making minor decisions. Work is normally controlled by frequent review and consultation with supervisors. When guidelines exist at this level, they are usually specific and aid in determining an approach to problems or situations. Workers at this level must be able to identify basic differences in situations to determine the actions which need to be taken. Consequences of Actions and Decisions - LEVEL D: Consequences of actions or decisions at this level are significant as the work may be rarely if ever reviewed, making errors difficult to detect. Errors may cause major program failure or a high degree of confusion. Injuries to others due to errors are serious or incapacitating or both and costs due to errors are substantial. Contacts - LEVEL B: The purpose of the contact is to plan, coordinate and advise on work efforts, interpret guidelines or instructions, elicit opinions or give guidance on the basis of facts to resolve common issues or problems when the information is not sensitive in nature or the individuals or groups are working toward mutual goals and have basically cooperative attitudes. Well developed communication skills are required. Physical Demands - LEVEL B: The work requires light physical exertion. The employee may be required to perform handling activities with lightweight or easily moved items (e.g. books, file folders, boxes of office supplies, small machine parts, etc.); perform moving activities for brief periods; operate light equipment; perform repetitive motions for brief periods; confined to a work area. Environmental Conditions - LEVEL B: The work environment involves moderate hazards, risks or discomforts. Exposure to minor deviations from pleasant environmental conditions is normal. Minor to serious injuries are possible. Supervision/Leadership - LEVEL A: No supervisory or leadership responsibility; may explain work instructions or assist in training others. Distinguishing Features Differs from the Driver License Examiner Senior class, made up of positions whose incumbents are certified examiners for all classes of driver licenses and lead workers, have travel responsibilities, and assist and relieve supervisors as needed. EXAMPLES OF WORK PERFORMED Conducts routine written, visual, oral, and driving examinations for vehicle operator licenses, motorcycle licenses, and non-commercial licenses for compliance with state laws and regulations; receives and processes applications for commercial driver licenses and conducts written testing for commercial licenses. Operates visual testing equipment; grades written examinations of applicants to determine if test results meet the minimum licensure requirements; determines when an applicant should be required to take a complete test of motor vehicle ability, due to physical or mental condition; checks the vehicle of applicants to ensure that the vehicle lights, turn signals, and other necessary equipment are in proper working condition. Answers questions regarding license application procedures and laws; talks with driver license applicants regarding the results of their written exam and/or drive test and counsels applicants who may have failed their exam about the reason(s) for their failure. Operates a camera for the photograph required on the driver license or for an identification card; operates typewriter and computer terminal to record driver license information. Collects license fees, when necessary, for payment of driver license; prepares and completes daily reports of driver license activities. REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE, ABILITIES AND SKILLSKnowledge *Knowledge of basic driving laws pertaining to the operation of a motor vehicle. Knowledge of the rules and regulations pertaining to examinations for all classes of motor vehicle operators. Knowledge of the reporting methods used to report driver license activities. Abilities *Ability to conduct a thorough and safe driving examination. Ability to operate a camera and other equipment used in conducting a driver license examination. *Ability to operate a motor vehicle. *Ability to maintain favorable relations with employees and the general public. *Ability to work under the stress associated with constant public traffic, and associated with riding on driving tests with new and inexperienced drivers. *Ability to learn the reporting methods used to report driver license activities. *Ability to operate a keyboard. *Necessary at Entry MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS: High school or equivalent and a valid driver's license. NECESSARY SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS: Some positions in this class may require bilingual skills. NC: 06/93 |