Driver License Examiner 1

Job Description - Driver License Examiner 1 (260007F7)

Organization

Public Safety

Agency Contact Name and Information : Jennifer Pletcher, HCM Sr. Analyst - View email address on click.appcast.io

Unposting Date

Oct 8, 2026, 3:59:00 AM

Work Location

Canton DX 3195 Whitewood Street Northwest Canton 44720

Primary Location

United States of America-OHIO-Stark County-Canton

Compensation : $22.96 per hour

Schedule

Full-time

Work Hours : See work hours below

Union : OCSEA

Primary Job Skill

Customer Service

Technical Skills : Customer Service

Professional Skills : Customer Focus

Agency Overview Bureau of Motor Vehicles
Oversees driver and motor vehicle licensing and registration and continues to make services more convenient, efficient and cost-effective.

Job Description Ohio Department of Public Safety - Bureau of Motor Vehicles/Driver Exam Services/District 3 North Canton
Report in location: 3195 Whitewood Street Northwest, Canton, OH 44720
Work hours: Tuesday - Friday 8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. & Saturday 8:00 a.m. - 2:30 p.m.

Perks of Working for the Ohio Department of Public Safety:

• Multiple Pay increases over the first years of service!
• Free Parking!

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

• 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;
• Utilize 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.);

Why Work for the State of Ohio

At the State of Ohio, we take care of the team that cares for Ohioans. We provide a variety of quality, competitive benefits to eligible full-time and part-time employees*. For a list of all the State of Ohio Benefits, visit our Total Rewards website ! Our benefits package includes:

• Medical Coverage
• Free Dental, Vision and Basic Life Insurance premiums after completion of eligibility period
• Paid time off, including vacation, personal, sick leave and 11 paid holidays per year
• Childbirth, Adoption, and Foster Care leave
• Education and Development Opportunities (Employee Development Funds, Public Service Loan Forgiveness, and more)
• Public Retirement Systems ( such as OPERS, STRS, SERS, and HPRS ) &Optional Deferred Compensation ( Ohio Deferred Compensation )

*Benefits eligibility is dependent on a number of factors. The Agency Contact listed above will be able to provide specific benefits information for this position.

Qualifications

Formal education in arithmetic that includes calculating fractions, decimals & percentages & in reading, writing & speaking English;

AND 1 course or 3 mos. exp. in human/public relations, valid Ohio Class 'D' Driver License;

AND 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:

• A BCI/FBI fingerprint check, and background check, may be required on all selected applicants.
• A comparative analysis and/or drug-test may be a requirement of the hiring process.
• This position is identified as safety sensitive and is subject to random drug & alcohol testing in accordance with DPS 501.24.

To request a disability accommodation, please email View email address on click.appcast.io 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.

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.

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.