Motor Carrier Enforcement Officer Trainee

If you are someone who is passionate about promoting safety on the road and possesses strong organizational and attention to detail skills, then you may be the perfect candidate for the Bureau of Patrol's Commercial Vehicle Safety Division. We are currently seeking a dedicated individual to train with our amazing team and perform technical work in the inspection of motor vehicle carriers and operators. This is an excellent opportunity to make a meaningful impact and assist in enforcing state and federal motor carrier safety regulations. Do not wait, apply now to embark on a fulfilling journey!

As a Motor Carrier Enforcement Officer Trainee, you will learn to play a vital role in ensuring the safety and compliance of motor carrier companies. This training is designed to develop proficiency in performing technical safety, size and weight, and hazardous material inspections of motor carrier vehicles and operations to determine compliance with and enforce state and federal safety laws while obtaining the necessary certifications. With our team, you will learn to help to improve the safety of commercial motor vehicles and promote a safer and more efficient transportation system.

Work Schedule and Additional Information:

• Full-time employment, 40 hours per week
• Work hours: Rotating shifts
• Telework: This position does not offer telework.
• Salary: In some cases, the starting salary may be non-negotiable.
• You will receive further communication regarding this position via email. Check your email, including spam/junk folders, for these notices.

QUALIFICATIONS

Minimum Experience and Training Requirements:

• Two years of mechanical experience, law enforcement-related experience, or post secondary school education; and a high school diploma or equivalency; or
• An equivalent combination of experience and education that includes a high school diploma or equivalency.

Special Requirement:

• You must possess a valid Pennsylvania Class C motor vehicle operator's license.

Additional Requirements:

• You must possess or obtain a Basic Motor Carrier Safety Assistance Program (MCSAP) certification during the probationary period and maintain certification for tenure in the job.
• You must possess or obtain a General Hazardous Materials Inspection Certification during the probationary period and maintain certification for tenure in the job.
• You must obtain MCSAP New Entrant Safety Auditor Certification during the probationary period and maintain certification for tenure in the job.
• You must possess or obtain a Commonwealth Law Enforcement Assistance Network (CLEAN) certification issued by the Pennsylvania State Police within the probationary period and maintain certification for tenure in the job.
• You must be able to perform essential job functions.

Legal Requirements:

• You must pass a background investigation and meet Criminal Justice Information Services (CJIS) compliance requirements.
• This job title has been identified as performing critical duties. Prior to placement in this job title, the selected candidate, regardless of their current job, must submit a report of medications for screening by the State Police Medical Officer.

How to Apply:

• Resumes, cover letters, and similar documents will not be reviewed, and the information contained therein will not be considered for the purposes of determining your eligibility for the position. Information to support your eligibility for the position must be provided on the application (i.e., relevant, detailed experience/education).
• Your application must be submitted by the posting closing date. Late applications and other required materials will not be accepted.
• Failure to comply with the above application requirements may eliminate you from consideration for this position.

Veterans:

• Pennsylvania law (51 Pa. C.S. *7103) provides employment preference for qualified veterans for appointment to many state and local government jobs. To learn more about employment preferences for veterans, go to www.employment.pa.gov/Additional%20Info/Pages/default.aspx and click the Veterans' Preference tab or contact us at ra-cs-vetpreference@pa.gov.

Telecommunications Relay Service (TRS):

• 711 (hearing and speech disabilities or other individuals).

If you are contacted for an interview and need accommodations due to a disability, please discuss your request for accommodations with the interviewer in advance of your interview date.

The Commonwealth is an equal employment opportunity employer and is committed to a diverse workforce. The Commonwealth values inclusion as we seek to recruit, develop, and retain the most qualified people to serve the citizens of Pennsylvania. The Commonwealth does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religious creed, ancestry, union membership, age, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, AIDS or HIV status, disability, or any other categories protected by applicable federal or state law. All diverse candidates are encouraged to apply.