Job Description

Motor Carrier Inspector I

Job Opening ID #: 218743 Location: Olathe / Johnson County

Job Posting Closes: Open Until Filled

Kansas Highway Patrol

About the Position:

• Who can apply: Anyone (External)
• Classified/Unclassified Service: Classified
• Full/Part-time: Full-Time
• Work Schedule: Days, Shift, Weekends, Etc.
• Eligible to Receive Benefits: Yes
• Veteran’s Preference Eligible: Yes

Compensation:

• Hourly Pay: $ 19.16

Note: Salary can vary depending upon education, experience, or qualifications following the Career Ladder Policy PER-18. Review of certifications will be based on qualifications and proof of certification. Starting pay will be reviewed by Troop I and they will make the final determination. Motor Carrier Inspector I – Entry Level Civilian position. $19.16 22/12. Motor Carrier Inspector II – Certification of Commercial Vehicle Safety Alliance (CVSA) Level II. $20.58 24/11. Motor Carrier Inspector III – Minimum two (2) years’ experience as MCI II or a minimum of five (5) years’ experience as a CVSA certified Level I Inspector. $23.31 27/10.

Employment Benefits:

• Comprehensive medical, mental, dental, vision, and additional coverage
• Sick & Vacation leave
• Work-Life Balance programs: parental leave, military leave, jury leave, funeral leave
• Paid State Holidays (designated by the Governor annually)
• Fitness Centers in select locations
• Employee discounts with the STAR Program
• Retirement and deferred compensation programs
• Kansas Highway Patrol has both KPERS and KP&F eligible positions. If you have retired, you will have a waiting period before you can go back to work for a KPERS/ KP&F employer.

Visit the Employee Benefits page for more information…

Position Summary & Responsibilities:

Position Summary: MCI I is an entry level position with emphasis upon formal and on-the-job training, gaining experience, and knowledge to advance in the MCI career progression. Uniforms are worn for this position.

Job Responsibilities may include but are not limited to the following: Incumbent will learn policies, procedures, and develop competency in the following areas.

• Inspect commercial motor vehicles at a stationary weight facility and writes citations for violations to ensure the protection of the motoring public, the safety of the highways and road, and enforcement of motor carrier laws and regulations.
• Inspects commercial motor vehicles for oversized loads, permits, warning flags, signage, and for special requirements, such as flagman, or pilot car.
• Weighs commercial motor vehicles to ensure that no overweight vehicles travel on highways.
• Conducts investigations and inspections in accordance with law and policies.
• Visually examine and inspect commercial motor vehicles to check for proper signage, labeling, display of licenses, size, volume, and weight compliances.
• Check registrations, licenses, permits, insurance, and conduct CVSA inspections, in order to detect or deter illegal transport activities.
• Check for dyed fuel usage.
• Check the registration and Vehicle Identification Number to verify ownership and proper registration.
• Explain to carriers the correct way to apply for permanent licenses and permits.
• Explain and instructs drivers on a one-on-one basis on correct driver's daily log procedures and vehicle requirements.
• Issues citations to violators, inspects permits, and files complaints for violations of state motor carrier laws and regulations.
• Testify in court to gain conviction for issued citation.
• Prepare daily reports of generated activity and permits, and remits monies collected.
• Answers questions by phone and in person relative to the inspection, applicable permits, and registration of motor carriers; inquiries relating to permits, licenses, and laws governing commercial motor vehicles.
• Establishes and maintains professional lines of communication with employees, public, and other law enforcement agencies.

Regular, reliable, dependable, performance is an essential function.

For a full position description email request to KHP.Career@KS.GOV , please include the Job ID #.

Qualifications:

Education: High School Diploma or GED equivalent.

Licensing & Certification: Valid Driver’s License.

Minimum Requirements: Ability to visually inspect driver’s license, registrations, permits, medical card, etc.; ability to see details up close and at a distance. Measure axles, inspect tires, climb on and crawl under and around trucks. Must be able to walk, kneel, stand for extended periods of time, sit for extended periods, get in and out of vehicles, bend, squat, stoop, twist, reach with body, arms and/or legs, push, pull, stretch, drive, grasp, speak clearly, listen and comprehend verbal and written instructions, climb on and crawl under and around trucks, and shovel snow; key for typing, and occasionally lift 30 lbs or more. Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships. Ability to listen, comprehend, and communicate effectively, verbally, and in writing, with fellow employees and the general public. Proficient with computer software programs. Ability to multi-task, read and write comprehensively. Accurately type alpha-numerical figures. Ability to perform basic mathematical calculations.

Preferred Qualifications: Knowledge of dyed fuel.

Post-Offer, Pre-employment Requirements: Must submit to and pass a thorough background investigation and fingerprint-based check.
Moderate physical exertion, exposure to irritant chemicals, hazardous materials, working around moving vehicles, unsafe vehicles, adverse weather conditions, high levels of sound, exposure to abusive or hostile drivers.
Must become knowledgeable of the State of Kansas dyed fuel inspection program. Must obtain Commercial Vehicle Safety Alliance (CVSA) Level III certification, complete dyed fuel training and attend a KCC class within one (1) year of hire date. Once certified, must meet inspection requirements as outlines in agency policy. Must successfully complete and maintain certifications.

Persons applying for positions with KHP will be subject to background investigation, fingerprints, and/or drug screening .

Recruiter Contact Information:

• Name : LT. Ryan Clark
• Email: Ryan.Clark@KS.GOV
• Phone Number: 913-837-5621

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Required Documents for this Application to be Complete

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• Transcripts
• DD214 (if you are claiming Veteran’s Preference)

Upload these on the Attachments step in your Job Application

• Resume
• Cover Letter (Optional)

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If you have a missing tax return(s) or you owe taxes to the State of Kansas, please know that the Kansas Department of Revenue will work with you. The Kansas Department of Revenue can set you up on a payment plan to receive a Tax Clearance so you can get a job working for the State of Kansas. The Kansas Department of Revenue can be contacted at 785-296-3199. Kansas Department of Revenue - Tax Clearance Frequently Asked Questions

How to Claim Veterans Preference

Veterans’ Preference Eligible (VPE): Former military personnel or their spouse that have been verified as a "veteran"; under K.S.A. 73-201 will receive an interview if they meet the minimum competency factors of the position. The veterans' preference laws do not guarantee the veteran a job. Positions are filled with the best qualified candidate as determined by the hiring manager.

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How to Claim Disability Hiring Preference

Applicants that have physical, cognitive and/or mental disabilities may claim an employment preference when applying for positions. If they are qualified to meet the performance standards of the position, with or without reasonable accommodation, they will receive an interview for the position. The preference does not guarantee an applicant the job, as positions are filled with the best qualified candidate as determined by the hiring manager.

Learn more about claiming Disability Hiring Preference

PLEASE NOTE: The documentation verifying a person's eligibility for use of this preference should not be sent along with other application materials to the hiring agency but should be sent directly to OPS. These documents should be scanned and emailed to Gustavo.Victoriano@ks.gov , or can be mailed/delivered in person to:

ATTN: Disability Hiring Preference Coordinator
Office of Personnel Services
Docking State Office Building
915 SW Harrison Ave, Suite 260
Topeka, KS 66612

Equal Employment Opportunity

The State of Kansas is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified persons will be considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, political affiliation, disability or any other factor unrelated to the essential functions of the job.

If you wish to identify yourself as a qualified person with a disability under the Americans with Disabilities Act and would like to request an accommodation, please address the request to the agency recruiter.

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