About the role

Agency

Dept of Transportation

Division

Division of Motor Vehicles

Job Classification Title

Program Coordinator III (S)

Position Number

60030685

Grade

NC12

About Us

It’s the mission of the NC Department of Transportation to connect people, products and places safely and efficiently with customer focus, accountability, and environmental sensitivity to enhance the economy and vitality of North Carolina. We encourage you to consider joining NCDOT where our work not only serves the citizens of North Carolina but has an impact on our world through all modes of transportation.

Description of Work

Please note that all positions close at 12:00 AM on the posted closing date. You must apply by 11:59 PM prior to the posted closing date.

**THIS POSITION IS LOCATED IN DISTRICT 5 – WILKES COUNTY AND SUPPORTS SURROUNDING AREAS/DISTRICTS**

The Driver Education Program Specialist will train and certify school bus drivers in the classroom and behind the wheel.

The selected candidate will be responsible for the following:
• teaching safe driving procedures for school bus driver defensive driving courses
• driver improvement clinics
• conducting vision and medical screenings for driver education classes

This position will also provide training and certification for commercial driver training instructors, as well as inspecting commercial driver training schools and vehicles for compliance with state and county laws. The Driver Education Program Specialist will investigate complaints involving commercial driver training schools.

The Driver Education Program Specialist will maintain all work-related reports and files as well as complete the required weekly reports that are submitted to DMV’s central office.
Please note – the selected candidate will be subject to a criminal background and motor vehicle records check.

The program area for this position includes the following: experience training and teaching, auditing experience, bus driving experience, working knowledge of DMV or Federal computer programs , and/or experience inspecting vehicles for CDL law

Knowledge Skills and Abilities/Management Preferences

Salary Grade and Salary Range: NC12/ $47,703.00-$83,479.00

Management prefers applicants with the following:

Experience providing instruction in a classroom setting
Experience developing and/or revising lesson plans
Experience completing and maintaining reports/files
Experience with Microsoft applications
Previously or currently possess a Commercial Driver License (CDL) with a P (Passenger) and S (School Bus) endorsements for at least 2 years

Minimum Education and Experience

Some state job postings say you can qualify by an “equivalent combination of education and experience.” If that language appears below, then you may qualify through EITHER years of education OR years of directly related experience, OR a combination of both. See the Education and Experience Equivalency Guide for details.

Bachelor’s degree from an appropriately accredited institution and two (2) years of experience related to the area of assignment; or an equivalent combination of training and experience.

In accordance with the Governor’s Executive Order 303, our agency supports second-chance employment for individuals who were previously incarcerated or justice-involved. We invite all potential applicants to apply for positions for which they may be qualified.

It is important that your application includes all your relevant education and work experience and that you answer all questions associated with the application.

EEO Statement

The State of North Carolina is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer and dedicated to providing employees with a work environment free from all forms of unlawful employment discrimination, harassment, or retaliation. The state provides reasonable accommodation to employees and applicants with disabilities; known limitations related to pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions; and for religious beliefs, observances, and practices.

Recruiter:

Jacquie Holleman

Email:

DOT-WorkdayJobRecruitment@ncdot.gov

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The State of North Carolina is the government of the U.S. state of North Carolina, providing a range of services to its citizens, including education, public safety, health, and transportation.