Commercial Vehicle Compliance Inspector 1/2 (Pcn 08-5091)

RECRUITMENT EXTENSION NOTICE

The recruitment period for this vacancy has been extended to allow for a larger applicant pool. If you have already applied there is no need to reapply.

ATTENTION ALASKA RESIDENTS ONLY!

The Department of Transportation and Public Facilities (DOT&PF) Measurement Standards & Commercial Vehicle Compliance is looking for a Commercial Vehicle Compliance Inspector 1/2 to help us Keep Alaska Moving!

Commercial Vehicle Compliance Inspector 1 - $23.79 - Overtime eligible

Commercial vehicle Compliance Inspector 2 - $27.14 - Overtime eligible

What you will be doing:

As a Commercial Vehicle Compliance Inspector, you will work with motor carriers to perform safety inspections on commercial vehicles and their drivers to ensure safety on Alaska's roadways. Your work will make a difference by leading to a reduction in crash fatalities. You will also preserve roads and bridges through size and weight compliance by weighing and measuring commercial vehicles; your ability to identify unsafe vehicles based on federal and state regulations will allow you to take appropriate enforcement action including issuing citations.

Our organization, mission, and culture:

Our goal is to enforce federal and state commercial vehicle regulations to ensure safe highways and to Keep Alaska Moving through service and infrastructure. We embrace the Department's core values of integrity, excellence, and respect, and take pride in supporting the State's commercial vehicle safety plan.

The benefits of joining our team:

As our successful applicant, a unique set of training opportunities will be provided to you, including driver/vehicle inspection, hazardous materials, and more! Keep busy throughout the year with a variety of indoor and outdoor work while interacting with the motoring public.

The working environment you can expect:

This position is based at a Fairbanks fixed weigh station with potential to travel to various roadside locations throughout the state. Various shifts available.

Who we are looking for:

Any combination of education and/or experience that provides the applicant with the core competencies of:

• Reading Comprehension: Understands and interprets written material, including technical material, rules, regulations, instructions, reports, charts, graphs, or tables; applies what is learned from written material to specific situations.

• Oral and Written Communication: Expresses information (for example, ideas or facts) to individuals or groups effectively, taking into account the audience and nature of the information (for example, technical, sensitive, controversial); makes clear and convincing oral and written presentations; listens to others, attends to nonverbal cues, and responds appropriately.

• Learning: Uses efficient learning techniques to acquire and apply new knowledge and skills; uses training, feedback, or other opportunities for self-learning and development.

• Decision Making: Makes sound, well-informed, and objective decisions; perceives the impact and implications of decisions; commits to action, even in uncertain situations, to accomplish organizational goals; causes change.

• Computer Skills: Uses computers, software applications, databases, and automated systems to accomplish work.

Special Note:

Applicants must possess a valid driver's license. Proof of licensure will be required prior to reporting to duty.

To view the general description and example of duties for positions please go to the following link: https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/Alaska/classspecs Commercial Vehicle Compliance Inspector 1

High school diploma or General Educational Development certificate.

AND

Work experience that demonstrates the knowledge and skills required of the job, including written and verbal communication, use of general office computer programs, situational awareness, and safety awareness.

AND

Must be at least 19 years of age at time of appointment per AS 18.65.010.

Special Note for Option 1 only:

Must possess a valid Alaska Driver's License.

Appointment and retention in this job class is dependent upon successful completion of a background investigation that includes fingerprinting and obtain security clearance to access criminal justice information systems.

Incumbents are required to work irregular hours or staggered shifts.

As a condition of continued employment, incumbents must obtain and maintain:

1. a Certificate of Commission as Special Officer issued by the Commissioner of Public Safety within six months of hire,

2. North American Standard A and B, Commercial Vehicle Safety Alliance, and Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration certifications.

Commercial Vehicle Compliance Inspector 2

Possession of North American Standard A and B, Commercial Vehicle Safety Alliance, and Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration certifications.

AND EITHER

Successful completion of the Commercial Vehicle Compliance Inspector Training Plan.

OR

One year of experience at the trainee level learning and applying the principles of commercial motor vehicle size, weight, and safety regulation and enforcement. The required experience is met by service as a Commercial Vehicle Compliance Inspector 1 (Option 1) with the State of Alaska, or the equivalent elsewhere.

Special Note:

Must possess a valid Alaska Driver's License.

Appointment and retention in this job class is dependent upon successful completion of a background investigation that includes fingerprinting and obtain security clearance to access criminal justice information systems.

Incumbents are required to work irregular hours or staggered shifts.

An applicant who has previously held required certifications and/or meets the eligibility requirements to obtain/reobtain the certificates, and who meets the experience requirement, may apply for a vacancy.

As a condition of continued employment, incumbents must obtain and/or maintain:

1. a Certificate of Commission as Special Officer issued by the Commissioner of Public Safety within six months of hire.

2. North American Standard A and B, Commercial Vehicle Safety Alliance, and Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration certifications within 12 months of hire.

Please read the below information carefully. This applies to your application submission.

At time of interview applicant must submit, if not attached with the application:

• Three (3) names & phone numbers of professional references.

• Two (2) performance evaluations from previous employers, if available

FLEXIBLY STAFFED

This position is flexibly staffed. This vacancy may be filled at either the Commercial Vehicle Compliance Inspector 1 or Commercial Vehicle Compliance Inspector 2 level, depending on the applicant's training and/or experience.

The full range of salaries is listed above. Starting salary will be determined by the level the position is hired at. If filled at Level 1, promotion to the Level 2 will occur upon successful completion of the probationary period and required training, as well as the applicant meeting the minimum qualifications of the higher job class.

ALASKA RESIDENTS ONLY

Please be sure to check our residency definition to determine if you qualify.

SUPPLEMENTAL QUESTIONS

This recruitment utilizes a supplemental questionnaire as part of the application process. These questions may be a mix of written, multiple-choice, and select all that apply questions.

The answers you provide to the questions will be an opportunity for you to tell us about your experience and/or education. The answers will be used to determine which applicants will advance to the interview phase of the recruitment and selection process; please be as thorough and accurate as you can.

EDUCATION

To verify education is being used to meet and/or support the required minimum qualifications/competencies, you must fill in the Education section of the application. If you have not obtained a degree, please indicate the number of units completed. Copies of transcripts are required to verify educational credentials used to meet or support the minimum qualifications/competencies for a position and are required with each application. (Unofficial is okay; please ensure the institution/URL name is listed on the transcripts). Transcripts can be attached at the time of application or provided at the time of interview; if not, transcripts will be required before employment.

SPECIAL INSTRUCTIONS FOR FOREIGN EDUCATION

Education completed in foreign colleges or universities may be used to meet the above requirements, if applicable. If utilizing this education you must show that the education credentials have been submitted to a private organization that specializes in interpretation of foreign educational credentials and that such education has been deemed to be at least equivalent to that gained in conventional U.S. education programs; or an accredited U.S. state university reports the other institution as one whose transcript is given full value, or full value is given in subject areas applicable to the curricula at the state university. It is your responsibility to provide such evidence when applying.

WORK EXPERIENCE

If using work experience not already documented in your application, also provide the employer's name, your job title, dates of employment, and whether full-or part-time. Applications will be reviewed to determine if the responses are supported, and minimum qualifications are clearly met. If they are not, the applicant may not advance to the interview and selection phase of the recruitment.

NOTE: Attaching a resume or curriculum vitae is not an alternative to filling out the application in its entirety. Noting "see resume or CV" or any similar response on any portion of your application may lead to a determination your application is incomplete and removal from consideration for this job posting.

EEO STATEMENT

The State of Alaska complies with Title I of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA). Individuals with disabilities, who require accommodation, auxiliary aides or services, or alternative communication formats, please call 1-800-587-0430 or (907) 465-4095 in Juneau or TTY: Alaska Relay 711 or 1-800-770-8973 or correspond with the Division of Personnel & Labor Relations at:

P.O. Box 110201, Juneau, AK 99811-0201. The State of Alaska is an equal opportunity employer.For specific information in reference to the position please contact the hiring manager at:

Name: Sgt. Adam Bower

Commercial Vehicle Compliance Inspector 4

Phone:  907-451-1677

Email: adam.bower@alaska.gov