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Driver License Examiner (Lancaster Regency Square)

Commonwealth Of Pennsylvania
$48,968.00 - $73,817.00 Annually
dental insurance, vision insurance, parental leave, vacation time, paid time off, paid holidays, sick time, retirement plan
United States, Pennsylvania, Lancaster
Nov 18, 2025
THE POSITION The Department of Transportation is actively looking to fill a Driver License Examiner role in Dauphin County. This position is essential to the Pennsylvania Department of Transportation (PennDOT) as it involves conducting standardized tests to assess the skills and competencies of applicants seeking non-commercial driver licenses. The examiner plays a crucial part in enhancing highway safety by ensuring that only qualified individuals are granted licenses. In addition to administering these evaluations, the examiner also provides support at the Driver License Center by assisting customers at the counter. A vital aspect of this role includes scrutinizing identity documents to prevent identity theft and fraud, thereby safeguarding the integrity of the licensing process and contributing to overall public safety. DESCRIPTION OF WORK In this position, you will assess the physical and driving qualifications of applicants, as well as evaluate the mechanical condition of vehicles to ensure they meet the established safety standards for driving. You will conduct various vision tests, including telebinocular and color perception assessments, to gauge applicants' visual capabilities. Additionally, you will administer both non-commercial and commercial driver license knowledge examinations to verify that individuals possess a solid understanding of the Vehicle Code and traffic signage. You will also oversee the non-commercial driver license pre-trip, skills, and driving tests, adhering to departmental standards. Your responsibilities will include scrutinizing applications, registrations, and permits for any signs of irregularities or fraudulent activity, as well as determining vehicle specifications to ensure the correct tests are conducted. Furthermore, you will inspect motor vehicles for compliance with safety features such as inspection stickers, lights, and windshield wipers. You will review a variety of documents, including applications, birth certificates, Social Security cards, marriage certificates, court documents, proof of residency, and various documents issued by U.S. and foreign authorities, to verify their authenticity. Utilizing multiple systems and databases, you will authenticate identity documents to establish an individual's identity and eligibility for a driver's license or identification card. Your role will also involve identifying fraudulent activities and preventing the creation of false identities and identity theft. After processing test results and applications, you will issue driver licenses and identification cards to qualified applicants. Additionally, you will provide customers with essential information regarding driver's license renewals, duplicates, out-of-state transfers, motorcycle licenses, and the requirements for obtaining and maintaining a commercial driver's license, including knowledge of various restrictions and endorsements. Upon request, you will generate Restoration Requirements Letters for customers who visit in person, ensuring they receive the necessary guidance and support. Interested in learning more? Additional details regarding this position can be found in the position description. Work Schedule and Additional Information: Full-time employment Work hours are 8:15 AM to 4:45 PM, Tuesday - Saturday, with a 30-minute lunch. Occasional overtime and travel to other Driver License Centers may be required. Telework: You will not have the option to telework in this position. 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 as a Driver License Examiner Assistant (Commonwealth job title or equivalent Federal Government job title, as determined by the Office of Administration); or Two years of experience obtaining, evaluating, and providing information to the public. Special Requirements: This position requires an active Pennsylvania non-commercial Class C Driver's License or equivalent and twenty-one years of age at the time of application. This position requires no suspensions or revocations of a driver's license during the five year period immediately preceding employment. All employees in this job hired after February 28, 2022, are required to obtain an active unrestricted Class M driver's license within the first six months of employment or before the end of the probationary period and maintain it during employment. Other Requirements: You must meet the PA residency requirement. For more information on ways to meet PA residency requirements, follow the link 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. Commonwealth employees who wish to use their seniority rights must apply to the internal posting for their seniority rights to be considered. 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.pa.gov/agencies/employment/how-to-apply.html and click on Veterans. 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.