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Job Title:  

Safety & Complnc Spec 2- Training Team CDL Programs

Agency:

Department of Driver Services

Job Requisition ID:

JR0000007087

Shift:

Day (United States of America)

Compensation Details:

$41,569.83

Job Description:

This is a GRANT FUNDED position.

 

The Georgia Department of Driver Services (DDS), Regulatory Compliance Division, is seeking a qualified candidate for the position of Safety and Compliance Specialist within its CDL Unit.

 

Under limited supervision, the incumbent will be responsible for all facets of the initial and ongoing certification requirements of Commercial Vehicle Driver Training School Owners, Instructors, as well as State CDL Examiners and Third Party CDL Examiners throughout the State of Georgia. The incumbent will:

 

•            Develop and deliver training to CDL schools, instructors, third-party testers, and third-party examiners

•            Conduct a needs assessment for TPT and CDL Schools that require targeted attention to meet testing and training requirements

•            Audit and monitor all CDL regulated programs, instructors, and Examiners within his or her area of assignment to ensure compliance with federal regulations, agency rules and state law.

•            Interpret and maintain knowledge of state, federal, and other Commercial Driver’s License regulations

•            Respond to management and customer inquiries in a professional and timely manner in accordance with the core values of DDS

•            Investigating customer complaints, presenting his or her finding to management, and making recommendations to management on the most appropriate course of action

•            Serve on task teams and workgroups

•            Develop strong partnerships between the Division and its internal and external business partners

•            Assist with training events, certifications classes, and community outreach efforts

•            Compile various weekly, monthly, and quarterly reports

•            Enter road test scores in DRIVES when submitted by Third Party Examiners

•            Record and enter data accurately, to include CSTIMS scoresheets and schedules

 

Demonstrated competencies needed to successfully perform this job include:

•            Intermediate skills in Microsoft Office Word, Access, Excel and PowerPoint

•            Ability to independently research and analyze information and draw logical inferences and conclusions

•            Ability to multi-task and meet strict deadlines in a fast-paced environment

•            Ability to maintain strict confidentiality

•            Ability to make decisions with limited supervision

•            Excellent verbal and written communication skills

•            Ability to interpret federal and state laws, rules, and regulations and guidelines

•            Experience inspecting materials for compliance

•            Demonstrated record of dependable work attendance

***A pre-employment background check is required for the selected candidate.

Minimum Qualifications:

High school diploma/GED and two (2) years of job-related experience; or one (1) year of experience required at the lower-level Safety & Complnc Spec 1 (RCP010) or position equivalent interpreting and applying state laws, rules, and regulations in order to determine whether an applicant meets certain statutory requirements to hold a particular government-regulated credential, certification, or license

Note: Some positions may require a valid Driver's License

Note: Some positions may require certification and/or license

OR

Associates degree in a related field such as business, public administration, occupational safety, and one year of related experience interpreting and applying state laws, rules, and regulations in order to determine whether an applicant meets certain statutory requirements to hold a particular government-regulated credential, certification, or license

 

Note: Related experience may include but is not limited to: State Driver's License Examiner, CDL Examiner, CDL Instructor, Law Enforcement Officer, Military Veteran, Educators, Trainers, etc. Some positions may require a valid driver's license. Note: Some positions may require certification and/or licensure.

Preferred Qualifications:

Preference will be given to those applicants who, in addition to meeting the minimum qualifications, possess two or more of the following:

•      Georgia Class A CDL and/or Class B CDL with P and S endorsements

•      One (1) year of experience driving a commercial motor vehicle as defined in 49 CFR 390.5 “Commercial motor vehicle”

•       Two (2 years) of prior knowledge of State and Federal Commercial Driver’s License Regulations

Conditions of Employment: Employees in this position are required to travel in-state. Week-long, overnight travel is also required. Selected candidate must possess a valid driver’s license and have the ability to travel statewide. Selected applicants must also be able to physically maneuver under commercial vehicles of all types to conduct vehicle inspections. This position may also involve bending, lifting, performing outdoor activities, working in inclement weather, and working on holidays, as well as around moving vehicles. This position may also require driving and fueling commercial vehicles. Upon acceptance of the position, the selected applicant would be required to possess a minimum of a Class A CDL with a P & S endorsement within twelve (12) months of hire.

Eligible applicants not currently employed by the State of Georgia may apply on

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Current State of Georgia employees please apply via Workday

Follow application Instructions below:

• In the left-hand corner of your Workday, hover over Personal and select Jobs Hub
• Select the magnifying glass to Browse jobs
• In the Company field type DRIVER SERVICES
• Apply to the desired listed position.

Please Read:

• Due to the high volume of applications, we are unable to provide individual status updates by phone or email.
• All qualified applicants will be considered; however, not all will be selected for an interview.
• Candidates chosen to move forward will be contacted directly by the hiring agency.
• Applicants who are not selected will receive notification.
• Please note that this posting may close at any time before the listed closing date once a suitable applicant pool has been identified.
• Be sure to complete the entire application. An attached résumé does not replace a fully completed work experience section.
• All candidates are subject to background to include (motor vehicle, credit, and criminal history checks).

NOTE: Information in this announcement is subject to change.

VACANCY OPEN TO: ALL QUALIFIED APPLICANTS

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer

 

 

 

 

Minimum Qualifications:

High school diploma/GED and two (2) years of job-related experience; or one (1) year of experience required at the lower level Safety & Complnc Spec 1 (RCP010) or position equivalent.--Note: Some positions may require a valid driver's license.--Note: Some positions may require certification and/or licensure.

Equal Employment Opportunity Employer

The State of Georgia does not discriminate based on race, color, national origin, sex, religion, age, disability, or other protected categories in employment or the provision of services.
Qualified applicants may request reasonable accommodation when needed during the application and/or screening process by contacting the appropriate agency Human Resources department.