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Recruitment Number DOT-HWY-2023-02
Salary: $3,552 to $4,323 per month (SR-14, Step C to H).Note: Hiring rates will be based on availability of funds, the applicant’s qualifications, and other relevant factors.
This job posting is for vacancies with the Motor Vehicle Safety Office, Highways Division, State of Hawaii, Department of Transportation (DOT) located in Aiea, Oahu.
THIS JOB POSTING WILL REMAIN OPEN UNTIL 50 APPLICATIONS ARE RECEIVED.
PLEASE APPLY IMMEDIATELY AS THIS RECRUITMENT MAY CLOSE AT ANY TIME.As a condition of employment with the State of Hawaii, some positions may require that all qualified external candidates who have been given a conditional offer of employment to show proof of full COVID-19 vaccination and shall be fully vaccinated by his/her/their employment start date. A reasonable accommodation will be provided if requested by a candidate and it is determined through an interactive process that pregnancy, a qualifying disability, or a sincerely held religious belief prevents the candidate from receiving a COVID-19 vaccination.
If you have any questions regarding this civil service recruitment, you may contact the DOT – Highways Division Personnel Office by email at [email protected] before the closing date of DOT-HWY-2023-02.
(Include in the subject line of your email the following: DOT-HWY-2023-02, MOTOR CARRIER SAFETY OFFICER I – AIEA)
The Department of Human Resources Development – State Recruiting Office will refer all inquiries regarding this recruitment to the DOT Personnel Office. - Duties Summary
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Motor Carrier Safety Officers are responsible for enforcing laws related to commercial vehicles including regulations relating to vehicle registration, safety and vehicle weight limits. Duties include conducting investigations, inspections and compliance surveys.
The Motor Carrier Safety Officer I is the entry level worker in the series. Positions in this class receive formal and on-the-job training on motor carrier safety rules and regulations, inspection practices and procedures, and accident investigation techniques; and perform other related duties as assigned.
- Minimum Qualification Requirements
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To qualify, applicants must meet ALL of the following requirements:
General Experience: One (1) year of work experience which demonstrated knowledge of arithmetic, including multiplication and division; and the ability to read, understand, and explain rules and regulations; conduct inspections or investigations to check for noncompliance with laws, rules and regulations; follow verbal and written instructions; and prepare clear, concise reports.
Special Requirement:
- All positions require the ability to lift and carry objects weighing up to 40 pounds unassisted and lift and carry objects weighing up to 50 pounds assisted by another person and/or use of equipment (e.g. hoisting equipment, hand truck) with or without reasonable accommodation.
Substitutions Allowed: Relevant substitutions as described in the complete Minimum Qualification Requirements (click link below), will apply.
Driver’s License: For all positions, applicants must possess a valid driver’s license, at the time of appointment.
State’s Measuremaster License: Applicants must possess a valid State’s Measuremaster License or be able to obtain such license within the 6-month probationary period.
The information provided above represents a summary of the complete Minimum Qualification Requirements. To view the Requirements in their entirety, please CLICK HERE.
- Other Information
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The State of Hawai’i complies with federal and state disability laws and makes reasonable accommodations for applicants and employees with disabilities. If you require reasonable accommodation in completing an application, any pre-employment testing, or otherwise participating in the selection process, please call the DOT Personnel Office at (808) 587-2145 for assistance.
ELECTRONIC NOTIFICATION TO APPLICANTS
The Department of Transportation will use electronic mail (email) to notify applicants of important information relating to the status and processing of their applications.Please ensure that the email address and contact information you provide is current, secure, and readily accessible to you. We will not be responsible in any way if you do not receive our emails or fail to check your email-box in a timely manner. In addition, please be aware that you may no longer receive notification about applications submitted if you choose to disable the Job Application Emails feature in your Account Settings.
TESTING INFORMATION
The examination for this recruitment will be conducted on an unassembled basis where the examination score is based on an evaluation and rating of your education and experience. It is therefore important that your employment application provide a clear and detailed description of the duties and responsibilities of each position you held.In-person interviews and/or further testing in Hawaii may be required at the discretion of the hiring agency. If in-person interviews and/or further testing is a requirement, applicants who meet the minimum qualification requirements and are referred to the vacancy must be available to participate in person and at their own expense in this required phase of the selection process.
Applicants are encouraged to submit their applications as soon as possible. In addition to employment availability and score, the referral of qualified applicants may be based upon other factors including date of receipt of application.
PUBLIC SERVICE LOAN FORGIVENESS (PSLF) PROGRAM
The PSLF Program is a federal program that is intended to encourage individuals to work in public service by forgiving the balance of their federal student loans. To qualify, the individual must have made 120 qualifying payments while employed by a qualifying employer. For more information, please click: https://studentaid.ed.gov/sa/repay-loans/forgiveness-cancellation/public-serviceCLICK HERE for further information about Equal Employment Opportunity, the Merit Civil Service System, Citizenship and other requirements, Reasonable Accommodation, Veterans Preference, Examination Requirements, and the DOT Personnel Office’s Levels of Review.
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YOUR JOB BENEFITS WITH THE STATE OF HAWAI’I
The State of Hawaii offers its employees who are members of the civil service a range of benefits. Some benefits are offered as a result of collective bargaining agreements and changes may occur.
A summary of these benefits, which is based on full-time employment, is listed below.Note: Benefits for NON-CIVIL SERVICE appointments will be provided by the hiring department at the time of interview.
With Civil Service modernization, effective July 1, 2002, employees appointed to temporary positions may also gain membership in the civil service upon satisfactory completion of an initial probation period of at least six months. As a temporary member of the civil service, you will be eligible to apply for promotion and transfer opportunities to permanent as well as other temporary positions. You may also enjoy other rights and benefits afforded to members of the civil service, with the exception of return rights and placement rights associated with a reduction-in-force of a permanent member of the civil service.
Paid Holidays
You may be eligible for 13 paid holidays each year; 14 holidays during an election year.
Paid Vacation
You may earn vacation leave at a rate that other employers find tough to match – 21 days each full year from the FIRST year of employment. This compares to an average of 10 days offered by private companies. You may accumulate up to a total of 90 days (720 hours) of vacation.
Paid Sick Leave
You may earn sick leave at the same rate as vacation – 21 days per year from the FIRST year, and there is no limit on the amount you can accumulate. Expectant mothers may also use sick leave for pre-natal or post-natal check-ups or any illness related to pregnancy. Plus, unused accumulated sick leave may eventually be used to increase your retirement benefits in certain situations.
Other Leaves
Reasonable time off with pay may be provided for jury or witness duty, a death in the family, some military duty, and donation to the Blood Bank. Leave sharing donations may be granted to eligible employees who have serious personal illnesses or injuries or need to care for a seriously ill or injured family member. Various leaves without pay may also be granted with full re-employment rights.
Health Insurance
The State pays a part of the premiums for each employee’s enrollment in a State sponsored Medical, Drug, Vision, and Dental Plan. For more information, visit the Employer Union Trust Fund website www.eutf.hawaii.gov for coverage and options.
Group Life Insurance
The State provides a free life insurance policy for employees.
Retirement Plan
The State contributes to a retirement plan for eligible employees. Generally, employees under the Hybrid Plan with 10 years of credited service and who have reached 65 years of age or have 30 years of credited service and have reached 60 years of age may retire and receive benefits. To find out more about the options you have, go to http://ers.ehawaii.gov.
Premium Conversion Plan
Participating employees may increase their take-home pay by having the State deduct the cost of health care premiums before payroll taxes are withheld.
Flexible Spending Accounts
Eligible employees can reduce their federal and state income taxes and social security taxes through a tax-savings benefit program called Island Flex. This program allows employees to set aside money from their paychecks to pay for out-of-pocket health care expenses and eligible dependent care expenses on a BEFORE-TAX basis.
Transportation Benefits
Participating employees may increase their take-home pay by having the State deduct qualified transportation expenses (i.e. eligible parking fees, monthly bus passes for TheBus, fare coupons for The Handi-Van, Vanpool Hawaii participation fee, etc.) through pre-tax payroll deductions.
Deferred Compensation
The State offers employees a voluntary pre-tax retirement savings plan designed to give employees a tax break today and an opportunity to build a retirement nest egg through voluntary payroll deductions. Several types of investment options are available.
Temporary Disability Insurance
Qualified employees may be eligible to receive benefits for a disability caused by a non-work related injury or illness under this program.
Social Security
As an employer, the State also contributes to an employee’s social security account.
Promotions & Transfers
For employees with membership in the civil service, the State offers promotion and transfer opportunities throughout the State Executive Branch.
Training & Continuing Education
The State supports developmental activities related to an employee’s work. In many departments there are numerous in-service training opportunities available. Sabbatical leaves with pay are available for qualified employees.
Travel Expenses
The State may pay for certain business related travel expenses including mileage reimbursement for use of a personal car during work, airfare, meals and lodging expenses for trips to neighbor islands or out of state.
Incentive & Service Awards
The State has a program that recognizes employees for their years of service and provides cash awards for their superior accomplishments and other contributions that improve State operations.
Union & Collective Bargaining
Employees have the right to join the union for collective bargaining with the State and employee representation. Some employee unions provide discounts, insurance and other opportunities. Employees may also decide not to join a union, however, employees are required to pay union service fees unless the employee’s job is excluded from collective bargaining.
The above information is solely intended as a summary of the benefits available to State of Hawaii employees and is subject to change. Whether or not you are entitled to a particular benefit will depend on your specific appointment and employment status (included, excluded, exempt, non-exempt). Please refer to the appropriate collective bargaining agreement or executive order and all applicable laws, rules, policies, or plan documents for further details. Nothing herein shall be deemed as creating an employment contract, promise of employment, promise of continued employment, or obligation of any kind on the part of the State of Hawaii.
CLICK HERE for more information on the State of Hawaii’s Benefits At-A-Glance.
The State of Hawaii is an Equal Opportunity Employer
Revised 01/13
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APPLICANT’S ACKNOWLEDGMENT – REQUIRED SUPPLEMENTAL QUESTIONSThe responses you provide to these Supplemental Questions will be used in combination with your application to determine whether you meet the qualification requirements and/or your final score. Failure to provide detailed and complete information may result in your application being rejected or receiving a lower score.
Please do not submit a resume in place of completing the Supplemental Questions.
You must submit verification (e.g., copies of official transcripts or diploma as instructed below) in order to receive credit for education. In general, proof of education downloaded from and/or submitted through the internet will not be accepted. Education obtained outside the United States must be comparable to education earned at an accredited school in the United States. We also reserve the right to request further information about your academic program, evidence of comparability, or an original transcript.
To receive credit for substitute, temporary assignment, or volunteer experience, you must submit an official letter of verification. The letter should include the job title, employment dates, number of hours worked, a description of the duties performed, and a contact name and phone number.
Any information you submit may be verified.
Supporting documents must be electronically attached to your online application or submitted to the State of Hawaii – Department of Transportation – Personnel Office – 869 Punchbowl Street, 5th Floor – Honolulu, Hawaii 96813.
- I acknowledge that I have read, understand and agree to all off the above.
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APPLICANT’S ACKNOWLEDGEMENT (Continued)Applicants must meet all the requirements for the position they are seeking as of the date of the application, unless otherwise specified.
In general, concurrent experiences and/or education will not be double credited unless otherwise specified.
Your possession of the required amount of experience will not in and of itself be accepted as proof of qualification for the position. The overall paid or unpaid experience must be of such scope and responsibility as to conclusively demonstrate that you have the ability to perform the duties of the position.
Our calculation of experience will be based upon a full-time, 40-hour work week. Part-time experience will be pro-rated.
Example: Twelve months of experience at 20 hours/week will be pro-rated to six months of experience. Also, hours worked in excess of 40 hours/week will not be extra credited.
Example: Twelve months of experience at 60 hours/week will be credited as one year of experience, not one and a half years.- I acknowledge that I have read, understand, and agree to all of the above.
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MINIMUM QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS (Complete information and details)A link to the complete Minimum Qualification Requirements has been provided in the job announcement. Please review the requirements in their entirety.
- I acknowledge that I have accessed the link provided, and have read and understand the Minimum Qualification Requirements in their entirety.
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GENERAL EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTDo you possess at least ONE (1) YEAR of work experience which demonstrated knowledge of arithmetic, including multiplication and division; and the ability to read, understand, and explain rules and regulations; conduct inspections or investigations to check for noncompliance with laws, rules and regulations; follow verbal and written instructions; and prepare clear, concise reports?
- Yes
- No
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GENERAL EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENT (continued)If you do not possess the required General Experience, indicate ‘None’ or ‘N/A’ below.
If you possess the required General Experience, please identify each employer/position you would like us to consider and provide the following information to address your relevant experience.
A. Employer’s name; your official job title; complete dates of employment (month/year to month/year) and average number of hours per week spent collectively on duties stated in ‘C’.
B. Describe the employer, the services provided, and primary clientele served.
C. Describe in detail the primary function of your position. What were your major duties and responsibilities?
D. Describe in detail your work experience, if any, that involved each of the following areas:
- Using arithmetic (e.g., multiplication and division) in the course of your work.
- Explaining rules and regulations. Describe the kinds of rules and regulations you used, for what purpose, and the steps you took.
- Conducting inspections or investigating non-compliance with laws, rules and regulations. Describe the kinds of inspections or investigations you handled, for what purpose, and the steps you took.
- Preparing reports. Describe the kinds of reports you prepared, for what purpose, and the steps you took.
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SUBSTITUTION OF EDUCATION FOR EXPERIENCEPossession of a Bachelor’s degree from an accredited four-year college or university may be substituted for the required General Experience.
Do you possess a Bachelor’s degree from an accredited four-year college or university?
In order to receive credit for your academic training, you must attach a copy of your official transcript or diploma to your online application as verification.
- Yes, I do possess a Bachelor’s degree and I have attached a legible copy of my official transcript/degree to my application.
- No, I do not possess a Bachelors degree.
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LICENSE REQUIREMENTPossession of a valid license to drive in the State of Hawaii is required, at time of appointment.
Do you possess a valid license to drive in the State of Hawaii and/or will you be able to obtain the valid license at time of appointment?
- Yes, I possess the required license and/or will be able to obtain the required license at time of appointment.
- I do not possess the required license above, but will be able to obtain the valid license at time of appointment.
- I do not possess the required license above and will not be able to obtain the valid license at time of appointment.
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ADDITIONAL LICENSE REQUIREMENTPossession of a valid State’s Measuremaster License is required. Do you possess or are you able to obtain a valid State’s Measuremaster License within six months from date of hire?
- Yes, I possess the required license and have attached a valid legible copy to my application.
- I do not possess the required license and I am able to obtain my license within six months from date of hire.
- I do not possess the required license, I am unable to obtain my license within six months from date of hire.
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LIFTING REQUIREMENTAs the incumbent of the Motor Carrier Safety Officer I, you must have the ability to lift/carry objects up to 40lbs unassisted and/or objects up to 50lbs assisted. Will you be able to lift/carry objects 40lbs unassisted and 50lbs assisted?
- Yes, I am able to lift/carry objects 40lbs unassisted and 50lbs assisted.
- I am unable to lift/carry objects 40lbs unassisted and 50lbs assisted.
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ADDITONAL INFORMATIONIf you have additional information related to this recruitment which you would like considered, you may include the information below.
If you do not have information to consider, indicate ‘None’ or ‘N/A’ below.
* Required Question