SAFETY SPECIALIST 1 MVC
DEFINITION:
Under the limited supervision of a supervisor in the Motor Vehicles Commission, examines driver testing applicants for licenses to operate motor vehicles, motorcycles and mopeds, buses and commercial vehicles; conducts Commercial Driver License (CDL) and endorsement road tests and Commercial Driving School Instructor's testing; does varied tasks involved in determining the mechanical condition of motor vehicles and in maintaining Motor Vehicle Examination Centers and equipment in good condition; conducts office visits, and field inspections of school bus companies; does other related duties as required.
NOTE: The examples of work for this title are for illustrative purposes only. A position using this title may not perform all duties listed in this job specification. Conversely, all duties performed on the job may not be listed.
EXAMPLES OF WORK:
Examines documents presented by driver testing applicants such as proof of age and/or identity to ensure compliance with NJ state law (Title 39).
Assists with checking the registration and basic safety equipment of vehicles being used by driver testing applicants and the license and insurance credentials of the driver(s) accompanying the applicant in compliance with NJ state law (Title 39).
Helps evaluate the driving ability of driver license applicants by administering road tests to determine their competency to safely operate motor vehicles, motorcycles, mopeds, buses, and commercial vehicles.
Provides an explanation of the reason(s) for failure and what methods/procedures should be used to correct the deficiency when applicants fail road tests.
Prepares and/or validates driver license documents according to MVC procedures.
Advises driver testing applicants and licensed drivers how to compensate for physical disabilities to operate a motor vehicle safely.
When vehicle is presented for inspection, helps inspect driver’s credentials including license, registration, and insurance verification for compliance with Commission regulations, and takes appropriate action when a document appears fraudulent or invalid.
Participates in verifying ownership of vehicles by comparing the physical vehicle identification number with the vehicle identification number on the registration.
Assists with administering road tests for Commercial Driver License (CDL) applicants on closed or public highway.
Helps conduct Driving School Instructor's testing.
May conduct safety and training seminars regarding matters related to inspection requirements.
May assist in the design, development, and evaluation of new approaches to driver testing and motor vehicle inspection.
Helps determine a vehicle's ability to meet emission control standards in accordance with environmental laws and Commission policy using standardized equipment to ensure the emission control device has not been altered or modified.
When authorized, may validate driver licenses during normal duties.
Records results as the vehicle is inspected and clearly interprets the findings to the driver/owner so that any defects can be corrected and affixes new inspection approval or rejection sticker to the vehicle.
May be required to issue summonses for violations of Title 39:3B and 48:4. Mandatory court appearances may be required.
Performs inspections in private terminals or other inspection locations to ensure compliance with state and federal safety regulations and compiles necessary information for relevant reports.
Performs inspections of vehicles at mobile inspection roadside check points to ensure compliance with State safety regulations.
Helps to inspect garage facilities and reports poor conditions to supervisor.
Assists with conducting field inspections of school buses/facilities to determine if Certification licensees and other businesses licensed by the MVC are proper persons to be licensed and their vehicles are roadworthy.
Helps conduct accident investigations on school buses and/or school companies and prepares accurate/comprehensive reports of investigations including statements of witnesses and other persons interviewed.
Helps to prepare records of driver tests, vehicle inspection, and investigations and their outcomes as well as a daily reconciliation of inspection stickers and vehicle inspection reports and is responsible for security of assigned inspection cards and stickers.
Assists with answering questions from the public regarding driver testing and vehicle inspections.
Keeps facility and equipment clean, identifies equipment malfunctions, and repairs the same.
May be required to inspect street railway equipment and/or fixed guideway systems as defined in NJSA 48:4-1 to ensure equipment is being correctly maintained, repaired and operated.
Assists law enforcement or MVC management in the conduct of accident investigations involving motor vehicles.
Helps to inspect all vehicles required to be inspected under NJ Title 39 and NJ Title 48, checks maintenance records to ensure compliance with state/federal safety regulations and compiles information for reports.
Prepares reports as management may request.
May be called upon to give testimony at administrative hearings. Gives testimony in court for any summonses issued or as an expert witness.
May be required to test applicants for inspector license; approves curriculum and conducts site evaluations for inspector schools.
Will be required to learn how to utilize various types of electronic and/or manual recording and information system used by the agency, office, or related units.
REQUIREMENTS:
AGE: Appointees must be a minimum of eighteen (18) years of age.
EXPERIENCE:
One (1) year of experience in either a public or private agency in one or a combination of the following: testing or inspecting motor vehicles for safety; repairing motor vehicles; administering examinations designed to evaluate an individual's qualification for a driver's license; conducting field investigations, audits, and/or inspections to ensure compliance with laws concerning the operation, maintenance, and/or inspection of motor vehicles.
LICENSE:
Appointees must possess a driver's license valid in New Jersey.
NOTE: Appointees may be required to possess a valid MVC Inspector License.
NOTE: The responsibility for ensuring that employees possess the required motor vehicle license, commensurate with the class and type of vehicles they operate, rests with the Appointing Authority.
KNOWLEDGE AND ABILITIES:
Knowledge of safe driving practices and techniques.
Knowledge of the parts, equipment, electrical/hydraulic systems, characteristics and operation of the various types and makes of motor vehicles. Knowledge of Motor Vehicle Commission rules/regulations pertaining to inspection and driver testing.
Knowledge of procedures/regulations involved in the inspection of school buses, heavy commercial vehicles, mopeds, motorcycles, and passenger vehicles.
Ability to examine documents/records for authenticity and accuracy.
Ability to follow established procedures.
Ability to safeguard equipment and supplies.
Ability to operate/control a motor vehicle safely under varying traffic conditions and at varying rates of speed after a period of training.
Ability to operate varied types of equipment and vehicles.
Ability to evaluate the driving abilities of both new and experienced drivers.
Ability to operate vehicles equipped with either manual or automatic transmissions.
Ability to make accurate observations of conditions/occurrences and to abstract those things which are of significance.
Ability to understand, remember, and carry out oral and written directions which are sometimes complex and to learn quickly from oral and written explanations and from demonstrations.
Ability to make mechanical inspections of motor vehicles and their parts/equipment in accord with established procedures.
Ability to use diagnostic equipment or measuring devices such as infrared auto emission analyzers, platform brake testers, photo electric headlight testers, and so forth.
Ability to deal courteously/effectively with diverse types of persons and to explain accurately, clearly, and convincingly the results of an inspection or examination.
Ability to perform duties of the job without undue strain including standing, lifting, bending, and pushing in confined working quarters under varying weather and temperature conditions.
Ability to determine the validity of necessary insurance, registration, and driver licenses and identify fraudulent documents.
Ability to observe precautions needed to ensure safety of the drivers and passengers of the vehicles involved in an examination process.
Ability to use good judgment in approving or rejecting motor vehicles in accord with MVC rules/regulations.
Ability to make required minor repairs/adjustments to inspection equipment and to help keep equipment and station in a clean, orderly, and safe condition.
Ability to perform mathematic calculations necessary to prepare required reports.
Ability to learn how to utilize various types of electronic and/or manual recording and information systems used by the agency, office, or related units.
Ability to read, write, speak, understand, and communicate in English sufficiently to perform duties of this position. American Sign Language or Braille may also be considered as acceptable forms of communication.
Persons with mental or physical disabilities are eligible if they can perform essential functions of the job with or without reasonable accommodation. If the accommodation cannot be made because it would cause the employer undue hardship, such persons may not be eligible.
This job specification is applicable to the following title code:
