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Motor Vehicle Inspector

Recruitment # 251003-5820PS-001

Location Wethersfield, CT

Date Opened 10/7/2025 12:00:00 AM

Salary $70,837* - $88,060/year (*Employees new to state service start at the minimum)

Job Type Open to the Public

Close Date 10/20/2025 11:59:00 PM

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Great work-life balance for Law Enforcement officers! Calling all Connecticut Law Enforcement Officers (POST-C Certified and recently retired Police Officers) to apply today for this unique and exciting opportunity!

+ Monday - Friday (8-hour schedule) between core business hours of 5 AM – 2 PM. A second shift schedule could be added in the future, but one is not currently offered.

+ Home-to-duty station scheduling with State vehicle, statewide travel required.

+ Voluntary overtime is available.

+ Hazardous duty retirement plan (https://osc.ct.gov/empret/hazduty/workshop/index.html)

+ Opportunity to receive retirement credit for eligible military or law enforcement service.

+ 13 paid State holidays (https://portal.ct.gov/das/-/media/das/statewide-hr/a---z-listing-task-pdfs/holidays---state-employee-observance-of-holidays---2025.pdf) - These are paid time off holidays and Motor Vehicle Inspectors are not required to work.

+ Current POST-C Certified candidates do not need to re-attend the Police Academy.

+ Ongoing professional training & career specialization available.

+ Clothing and shoe allowances, along with other union negotiated benefits.

*May require occasional work on weekends or evenings if emergency situations arise. *Comparative lateral officers may be considered.

ABOUT US

The Department of Motor Vehicles (DMV), Commercial Vehicle Safety Division (CVSD) is a professional team dedicated to commercial vehicle safety, consumer protection, and statewide highway enforcement. CVSD is a specialized law enforcement Division and DMV Motor Vehicle Inspectors are sworn Connecticut Police Officers with jurisdiction across the state.

DISCOVER THE OPPORTUNITY TO

+ Expand Your Skills with Specialized Training: Ongoing training prevents burnout and keeps work diverse (School Bus, HAZMAT, Motorcoach, Tanker inspections, and more).

+ Rotate Through Specialized Units: Each assignment offers different challenges and investigative focus, helping officers avoid the repetition common in patrol-only roles (Subject to all conditions in the Protective Services (NP-5) Bargaining Unit contract including transfer guidelines, biennial shift and work location bid process - Protective Services (NP-5) Union Contract (https://portal.ct.gov/-/media/opm/olr/contracts/np-5-contract-2021-2025-and-pay-plans-85-x-11.pdf?rev=f44c70d797c94c6daec7d308395fe793&hash=E0466714545D2DC43DD8E4FA185C6362) ).

Specialized Units:

+ Patrol Units – Provide statewide traffic enforcement, conduct post-crash commercial vehicle investigations, and operate at fixed and virtual weigh/inspection stations. They also manage Commercial Truck Complaints and assist state/local police.

+ Dealer & Towing Investigations – Inspect and investigate motor vehicle dealers, repair facilities, and towing companies; handle licensing issues, consumer complaints, and fraud cases.

+ Safety Audit Unit – Conduct audits, provide education and outreach to motor carriers, and enforce federal and state commercial vehicle regulations.

+ Auto Theft & Title Fraud Investigations – Investigate cloned VINs, title fraud, and recover stolen vehicles, targeting individuals attempting to register stolen out-of-state vehicles.

+ School Bus & Student Transportation Unit – Inspect all school buses and student transportation vehicles across Connecticut to ensure safety standards are met.

Training: Newly hired Motor Vehicle Inspectors (https://www.jobapscloud.com/CT/specs/classspecdisplay.asp?ClassNumber=5820PS&R1=&R3=) are required to successfully complete and maintain the North American Standard Inspection (NASTI) certification. This training program is for two (2) weeks and could be out of state depending on training program availability.

Motor Vehicle Inspectors will also be required to complete twelve (12) weeks of field training.

WHAT WE CAN OFFER YOU

+ Visit our State Employee Benefits Overview (https://www.jobapscloud.com/CT/jobs/?b=Benefits) page!

+ Professional growth and development opportunities.

+ A healthy work/life balance (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=y6n9M1Qd5fo) to all employees.

Watch the video below to see what it's like to be a State of Connecticut employee!

Selection Plan

FOR ASSISTANCE IN APPLYING:

Check out our Applicant Tips on How to Apply (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Y8sOb10qYXQ) ! Need more resources? Visit our Applicant Reference Library (https://portal.ct.gov/das/home/services-for-state-employees/statewide-human-resources/applicant-reference-library?language=en\_US) for additional support throughout the recruitment process.

BEFORE YOU APPLY:

+ Meet Minimum Qualifications: Ensure you meet the Minimum Qualifications listed on the job opening by the job closing date. You must specify your qualifications on your application. The minimum experience and training requirements listed must be met by the close date on the job opening, unless otherwise specified.

+ Educational Credits: List your earned credits and degrees from accredited institutions accurately on your application. To receive educational credits towards qualification, the institution must be accredited. If the institution of higher learning is located outside of the U.S., you are responsible for providing documentation from a recognized USA accrediting service which specializes in determining foreign education equivalencies to the contact listed below by the closing date listed on the job posting.

+ Resume Policy: Per Public Act 21-69 (https://www.cga.ct.gov/2021/act/pa/pdf/2021PA-00069-R00SB-00056-PA.pdf) , resumes are not accepted during the initial application process. As the recruitment process progresses, candidates may be required to submit additional documentation to support their qualification(s) for this position. This documentation may include: a cover letter, resume, transcripts, diplomas, performance reviews, attendance records, supervisory references, licensure, etc., at the request and discretion of the hiring agency.

+ Preferred Shift/Location: Select all location(s) and shift(s) you are willing to work on your application. Failure to do so may result in not being considered for vacancies in that specific location or shift.

+ Timely Submission: All application materials must be received by the job posting deadline. You will be unable to make revisions once you officially submit your application to the State. Late submissions are rarely accepted, with exceptions only for documented events that incapacitate individuals during the entire duration of the job posting. Request exceptions by emailing [email protected].

+ Salary Calculations: For current state employees, salary calculations are not necessarily comparable from one of the three branches of state government (i.e., Executive, Legislative, Judicial) to the other.

+ Note: The only way to apply to this posting is via the ‘Apply’ or ‘Apply Online’ buttons on the official State of Connecticut Online Employment Center job posting.

AFTER YOU APPLY:

+ Referral Questions: This posting may require completion of additional Referral Questions (RQs), which must be completed by the questionnaire’s expiration date. If requested, RQs can be accessed via an email sent to you after the job close date or by visiting your JobAps Personal Status Board (Certification Questionnaires section).

+ Prepare For An Interview: Interviews are limited to those whose experience and training are most aligned with the role. To prepare, review this helpful Interview Preparation Guide (https://www.jobapscloud.com/CT/jobs/?b=IT&preview=1) to make the best impression!

+ Stay Connected! Log in daily to your JobAps Personal Status Board to track your status and check email (including spam/junk folders) for updates and tasks.

+ The immediate vacancy is listed above, however, applications to this recruitment may be used for future vacancies in this job class.

+ Note: This position will be filled in accordance with contractual language, reemployment, SEBAC, transfer, promotion and merit employment rules. Candidates who are offered and accept a position with the State of Connecticut are bound by the State Code of Ethics for Public Officials and State employees, available at www.ct.gov/ethics (https://portal.ct.gov/ethics) .

QUESTIONS? WE’RE HERE TO HELP:

Due to high volume, we are unable to confirm receipt or provide status updates directly. For recruitment updates, please check your Personal Status Board and review our Frequently Asked Questions. If you have additional questions about the recruitment process, reach out to Brittney Woodley at [email protected]. Join the State of Connecticut and take your next career step with confidence!

PURPOSE OF JOB CLASS (NATURE OF WORK)

In the Department of Motor Vehicles this class is accountable for independently performing a full range of inspection and investigation activity pertaining to motor vehicles, dealer and repairer facilities and licensing, vehicle safety, consumer complaints, alleged offenses and verification of pertinent documentation.

EXAMPLES OF DUTIES

+ Inspects motor vehicles for conformance to established statutory, regulatory and policy standards, safety requirements, verification of ownership, authentication of vehicle identification number and related equipment and documentation;

+ Completes necessary forms and reports;

+ Maintains files;

+ Takes possession of marker plates and registration of violators where necessary;

+ Authenticates vehicles with missing, altered or replaced vehicle identification numbers;

+ Investigates misuse of marker plates and takes appropriate corrective action;

+ Inspects sites of proposed, existing or unlicensed facilities and/or locations for compliance with all applicable requirements;

+ Investigates and resolves complaints against regulated businesses;

+ Exchanges information with local and state police and/or other state or federal agencies;

+ Explains motor vehicle laws, regulations, policies and procedures to the public and informs individuals or business concerns of any violations or deficiencies found through inspection and/or examination process and what corrective actions must be taken;

+ Conducts special inspections and/or investigations of criminal and other activities as assigned;

+ Assigns and affixes numbers to authenticated vehicles as necessary;

+ May impound stolen vehicles;

+ May make arrests, issue summons, serve warrants or appear in court as arresting officer or witness for violation of statutes relating to motor vehicles;

+ May conduct safety training courses;

+ May be required to maintain building security and perform patrol duties at time of heightened alert level under Homeland Security procedures;

+ Performs related duties as required. (https://www.jobapscloud.com/CT/specs/classspecdisplay.asp?ClassNumber=5820PS&R1=&R3=)

KNOWLEDGE, SKILL AND ABILITY

+ Considerable knowledge of

+ parts, equipment and operation of motor vehicles;

+ proper repair methods;

+ Knowledge of

+ and ability to apply motor vehicle laws, regulations and safety standards;

+ inspection methods and techniques;

+ Considerable

+ interpersonal skills;

+ oral and written communication skills;

+ Considerable ability to

+ conduct investigations and prepare written reports;

+ operate a motor vehicle;

+ perform mechanical functions.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS - GENERAL EXPERIENCE

Certification as a law enforcement officer in the State of Connecticut pursuant to regulations promulgated by the Connecticut Police Officer Standards and Training Council.

NOTE: Candidates with a pending recertification status may be employed on a temporary basis pending recertification by the Connecticut Police Training Academy.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS - SUBSTITUTIONS ALLOWED

Successful completion of prescribed training and probationary requirements set forth in the class of Protective Services Trainee.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

+ Experience working in traffic safety, highway patrol, or commercial enforcement assignments.

+ Experience learning and applying motor vehicle laws.

+ Experience communicating with customers across various population groups.

+ Experience enforcing state motor vehicle statutes.

+ Experience performing law enforcement duties roadside.

+ Experience managing and resolving conflicts involving customers.

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS

+ Incumbents in this class must receive and retain authority from the Commissioner of Motor Vehicles to arrest and present before the designated authority any person for violation of any statute or regulation relating to motor vehicles. (Connecticut General Statutes Section 14-8).

+ Incumbents in this class must possess and retain a valid Motor Vehicle Operator’s license. At time of appointment incumbents must have a motor vehicle driving record satisfactory to the Commissioner of Motor Vehicles.

+ Incumbents in this class must have reached their 21st birthday.

+ Incumbents in this class must be eligible and qualified to bear arms.

+ Incumbents in this class must successfully complete training for and receive inspection authority as defined in Section 14-163c-9 of the Regulations of Connecticut State Agencies within six (6) months of their initial appointment to this class. The requirement to complete such training within six months of initial appointment may be extended by the Commissioner of Motor Vehicles in the event that the training is not readily available and cannot be scheduled and completed within six months. Should this occur, training shall be scheduled and taken at the first available opportunity after date of initial appointment to the class. Any extension shall only be granted for the time necessary to complete the first available training after the date of initial appointment. Incumbents must retain this inspection authority for the duration of their service within this class.

+ Candidates for this class are subject to selection standards pursuant to Section 7-294a-e of the Connecticut General Statutes and the Regulations of the Connecticut Police Officer Standards and Training Council.

CHARACTER REQUIREMENTS

In addition to the checking of references and of facts stated in the application, a thorough background investigation of each candidate may be made before persons are certified for appointment.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

+ Incumbents in this class must possess good health, be free from any disease or injury which would impair job performance and possess and retain sufficient strength, stamina, agility, visual and auditory acuity necessary to perform all the duties of the class.

+ Applicants may be required to pass a physical examination.

WORKING CONDITIONS

Incumbents in this class may be exposed to a moderate amount of physical exertion in inspecting vehicles, to some degree of injury from carbon monoxide fumes, conducting road tests and performing traffic stops and inspections of heavy vehicles and moderately disagreeable conditions encountered working outdoors.

Conclusion

AN AFFIRMATIVE ACTION/EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

The State of Connecticut is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer and strongly encourages the applications of women, minorities, and persons with disabilities.

ACKNOWLEDGEMENT

As defined by Sec. 5-196 of the Connecticut General Statutes, a job class is a position or group of positions that share general characteristics and are categorized under a single title for administrative purposes. As such, a job class is not meant to be all-inclusive of every task and/or responsibility.

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