Driver's License Field Examiner 2025

State of Wyoming

  • Riverton, WY
  • $22.63-25.14 per hour
  • Permanent
  • Full-time
  • 15 days ago
Description and FunctionsOpen Until FilledGENERAL DESCRIPTION:The Wyoming Department of Transportation is seeking a Driver License Field Examiner to join our team in Riverton, Wyoming. This is a public-facing, customer service-focused role where you'll assist individuals by issuing ID cards, driver's licenses, and commercial driver licenses, as well as administering written and road tests. You'll play a key role in helping customers navigate the licensing process while ensuring public safety.
This Position Offers:
$2,000 Hiring Bonus (eligibility details in Notes Section)
  • Comprehensive Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance, plus Short- and Long-Term Disability
  • A Secure Future: Pension Plan with a 14.94% state contribution
  • Optional 457B Retirement Plan with a state contribution
  • Generous Paid Time Off for Vacation, Sick Leave, and 10 Paid Holidays
Riverton is centrally located near the beautiful Wind River Mountains and just a few hours from Yellowstone National Park, offering exceptional outdoor recreation, including fishing, hunting, hiking, and even hot air ballooning. The town is home to Central Wyoming College, providing a range of educational opportunities for all ages. With no state income tax, Wyoming allows you to keep more of your earnings while enjoying a high quality of life. If you're looking for a meaningful career in public service, combined with the benefits of small-town living and outdoor adventure, we encourage you to apply today.
Human Resource Contact: Stacy Woita at stacy.woita2@wyo.gov or 307-77-8647ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: The listed functions are illustrative only and are not intended to describe every function that may be performed at the job level.Provides service to and interacts with the general public in a professional and courteous manner, even during stressful and difficult situations; answers general questions pertaining to applications for various types of driver licenses and identification cards, questions pertaining to traffic laws, driver license, commercial driver license, and traffic laws, driver education, insurance requirements and organ donation.Receives, reviews, and issues all types of licenses, permits, identification cards, disabled placards, and concealed firearms permit applications, revisions, and renewals.Determines applicants' eligibility for licensing by making inquiries and properly interpreting responses received through the state and national computer information systems.Screens applicants' physical, mental, and visual abilities to safely operate motor vehicles per state and federal law.Administers computer-assisted written and vision tests, or other tests to applicants. Schedules applicants for driving skills tests.Administers driving skills test examinations. Performs vehicle inspections prior to driving skills testing.Advises applicants of suspensions, cancellations, and revocations, and advises how to reinstate their driving privileges.Accurately enters, processes, tracks, and reviews driver license and permit, identification card, disabled placard, and concealed firearms permit data into appropriate computer applications, databases, and systems; operates signature and photo capture devices.Collects appropriate fees for services and prepares receipts; ensures and accepts accountability per state policy that monies received balance with receipts issued;Researches and communicates information related to license and permit requirements to the general public, agency staff, law enforcement, courts, other states, and government and elected officials; answers questions and explains licensing and permit requirements; accurately interprets driving record data, and supplies information regarding license and permit processing, policies, and procedures.QualificationsPREFERENCES:Strong customer service or public-facing experience
Ability to communicate effectively with individuals from diverse backgrounds.KNOWLEDGE:Knowledge of Driver Services operations manual, rules, and regulations.Knowledge of pertinent federal policies and procedures, as well as state statutes.Knowledge of the Driver License Information System.Knowledge of detecting fraudulent documents.MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:Education:Associate's Degree (typically in Business)Experience:
0-2 years of progressive work experience (typically in business)ORExperience:2-4 years of progressive work experience (typically in Business)Certificates, Licenses, Registrations:NoneNecessary Special RequirementsNECESSARY SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS:Travel is required to various WYDOT locations.NOTES:
  • FLSA: Non-exempt
  • This is an At-Will Employment Contract with no expectation of continued employment and may be dismissed at any time without cause or reason
  • Applicants must pass an FBI fingerprint check
  • Successful applicant will be subjected to a thorough background investigation
  • The Wyoming Department of Transportation is a Drug-Free Workplace
  • E-Verify: WYDOT uses
, an Internet-based system, to confirm the eligibility of all newly hired employees to work in the United States. Learn more about E-Verify, including your rights and responsibilities * A valid Driver's License is required for the position
  • Travel expenses are reimbursed according to state policy
Travel expenses are reimbursed according to state policy * **Qualifying eligibility and criteria for the hiring bonus
  • Temporary employees accepting a full-time permanent position.
  • Current employees accepting a promotional opportunity - recruitment must have been opened to the public.
  • One year of service to WYDOT must be completed; failure to complete this requirement will forfeit the hiring incentive; funds will be recouped from final pay.
  • Internal candidates would be required to remain in the position for a minimum of one (1) year from their promotion date.
  • Employees would only be eligible for one (1) hiring bonus in a 12-month period.
  • If the employee elects to downgrade through active recruitment and/or appointment during the twelve (12) month period, they would be required to pay the bonus back.
Supplemental Information045, Wyoming Department of Transportation Driver ServicesClick to view the State of Wyoming Classification and Pay Structure.URL:The State of Wyoming is an Equal Opportunity Employer and actively supports the ADA and reasonably accommodates qualified applicants with disabilities.Class Specifications are subject to change, please refer to the A & I HRD Website to ensure that you have the most recent version.Working for the State of Wyoming provides employees with a range of valuable benefits and offers a fulfilling career path. Employees enjoy comprehensive healthcare coverage, including medical, dental, and vision plans, ensuring their well-being and that of their families. Additionally, the state offers multiple retirement plans, which provide financial security and stability for employees once their career in public services comes to an end. the state recognizes the importance of personal time and offers generous paid time off and flexible arrangements, allowing employees to recharge, take care of personal matters, and maintain a healthy work-life integration.There are many benefits to living and working in Wyoming. Beautiful country with wide-open spaces, clean air, great recreational activities, and no State income tax to mention a few!to learn more!

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