Driver License Examiner 1

Driver License Examiner 1

Organization : Public Safety

Agency Contact Name and Information : Jennifer Pletcher, HCM Sr. Analyst - JPletcher@dps.ohio.gov

Unposting Date : Oct 27, 2025

Work Location : Medina DX

970 North Court Street

Medina 44256

Primary Location : United States of America-OHIO-Medina County-Medina

Compensation : $22.96 per hour

Schedule : Full-time

Work Hours : See work hours below

Classified Indicator : Classified

Union : OCSEA

Primary Job Skill : Customer Service

Technical Skills : Customer Service

Professional Skills : Customer Focus

Agency Overview : Bureau of Motor Vehicles

About Us : Our mission is to save lives, reduce injuries and economic loss, administer Ohio's motor vehicle laws and preserve the safety and wellbeing of all citizens.

Job Description

Ohio Department of Public Safety - Bureau of Motor Vehicles / Driver Exam Services / District 3 Medina

Work hours : Tuesday - Friday 8 : 00 a.m. - 5 : 00 p.m. & Saturday 8 : 00 a.m. - 2 : 30 p.m.

Report in location : 970 North Court Street, Medina, Ohio 44256

What You'll Do as a Driver License Examiner 1 :

• Determine legality to issue licenses, administer & score written, oral, interpreter, video, vision, & special Bureau of Motor Vehicles (BMV) ordered examinations for all types of licenses & conduct vehicle inspection, & driving skills & maneuverability examinations for all types of licenses, except for commercial driver license :
• Conducts examination of applicants for vehicle operator's license by means of physically accompanying applicant in vehicle during road testing over a prescribed course;
• Instructs applicant in maneuvers to be performed during testing;
• Administers driving tests to applicants for class D license, motorcycle license, moped license, restricted license & other exams as required by the BMV;
• Evaluates & grades applicant's ability to drive;
• Utilizes BMV computer systems to enter applicant information (e.g., name, date of birth, social security number, medical information, out of state driver license information, test scores, test appointments, etc.) & to administer knowledge tests for various license classes (e.g., Class D, moped & CDL - Class A, B, C) & endorsements (e.g., motorcycle, passenger, school bus, hazmat, doubles & triples, etc.);
• Conducts written & oral tests to determine applicant's knowledge of laws & signs;
• Conducts eye tests to determine visual acuity;
• Grades tests to determine applicant's scores;
• Responds to inquiries concerning the examination process;
• Makes driving test appointments, either by phone, computer or by personal appearance at the facility;
• Prepares required forms, processes applications for licenses, maintains files & orders needed supplies;
• Helps to maintain the cleanliness of the facility;
• Performs other related duties as required.

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Qualifications

Formal education in arithmetic that includes calculating fractions, decimals & percentages & in reading, writing & speaking English; 1 course or 3 mos. exp. in human / public relations valid Ohio Class 'D' Driver License; must be 21 years of age per Section 4507.05 (A) (2) (B). -Or equivalent of Minimum Class Qualifications for Employment noted above.

Job Skill : Customer Service

Supplemental Information

Training and Development Required to Remain in the Classification After Employment : Must maintain valid Ohio Class 'D' Driver License. Successful completion of agency driving training course required before end of probationary period.

Unusual Working Conditions : Required to ride in automobiles with inexperienced drivers; exposed to dust, dirt & exhaust fumes; exposed to weather conditions when working outside; required to travel from one examination facility to another as assigned; must provide own transportation; may be required to work flexible hours.

Background Information :

To request a disability accommodation, please email HRRequestADA@dps.ohio.gov as soon as possible, or at least 48 hours prior to the above referenced testing or interview date so any necessary arrangements may be made in a timely manner.

ADA Statement : Ohio is a Disability Inclusion State and strives to be a model employer of individuals with disabilities. The State of Ohio is committed to providing access and inclusion and reasonable accommodation in its services, activities, programs and employment opportunities in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and other applicable laws.

Drug-Free Workplace : The State of Ohio is a drug-free workplace which prohibits the use of marijuana (recreational marijuana / non-medical cannabis). Please note, this position may be subject to additional restrictions pursuant to the State of Ohio Drug-Free Workplace Policy (HR-39), and as outlined in the posting.