Driver License Examiner w / CDL (Hazleton)

THE POSITION

NOTE : THIS IS A REPOSTING OF CS-2025-35046-71040. IF YOU APPLIED UNDER THE PREVIOUS POSTING WHICH WAS OPEN FROM OCTOBER 10, 2025 TO OCTOBER 23, 2025, YOU CANNOT SUBMIT A NEW APPLICATION.

The Department of Transportation is actively looking to hire a Driver License Examiner, a vital role within PennDOT that significantly contributes to enhancing highway safety. This position involves administering standardized tests to assess the skills and competencies of applicants seeking non-commercial driver licenses. In addition to conducting these essential evaluations, the Driver License Examiner will also engage with customers at the Driver License Center, where a key responsibility includes scrutinizing identity documents to prevent identity theft and fraud. This multifaceted role not only ensures that only qualified individuals receive their licenses but also plays a crucial part in maintaining the integrity of the licensing process. If you are interested in making a difference in road safety and customer service, we encourage you to apply now!

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. Your responsibilities will also include conducting pre-trip, skills, and driving tests for non-commercial licenses in accordance with departmental guidelines, while scrutinizing applications, registrations, and permits for any signs of irregularities or fraudulent activity. You will determine the specific characteristics of vehicles to ensure that the appropriate tests are administered and will inspect motor vehicles for compliance with safety features such as inspection stickers, lights, and windshield wipers.

Furthermore, you will review various documents, including applications, birth certificates, Social Security cards, marriage certificates, court documents, proof of residency, and immigration-related documents, 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 potential fraud and preventing the creation of false identities and identity theft. You will process test results and applications, issuing 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 appear in person, ensuring clear communication of relevant information related to their inquiries.

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

Work Schedule and Additional Information :

• Full-time employment, 40 hours per week
• Work hours are 8 : 15 AM to 4 : 45 PM, Tuesday - Saturday, with a 30-minute lunch. Overtime and travel to other Driver License Centers may be required as needed.
• 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

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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

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