What are the responsibilities and job description for the MVA Vehicle Compliance Agent I position at Maryland Department of Transportation?
Description
MVA Vehicle Compliance Agent I - Grade 10
Open Recruitment
The Maryland Department of Transportation Motor Vehicle Administration (MDOT MVA) is seeking a dynamic agent with focus on delivering premier customer service. The MVA Vehicle Compliance Agent I is responsible for performing and monitoring mechanical inspections of buses to ensure the safe operating condition and transportation of persons.
The MVA Vehicle Compliance Agent I is a contributing level of work performing visual and mechanical inspections of school buses to ensure the safe operating condition and transportation of students in accordance with applicable state Federal Motor Vehicle Laws, rules, and regulations.
Responsibilities Included
MDOT offers a generous and competitive benefits package. You can learn about our amazing benefits here: MDOT Benefits
Qualifications
Minimum Qualifications
Education: Graduation from a standard high school or possession of a high school equivalency certificate.
Experience: Three (3) years of experience involving customer service-related activities and one year of experience performing or overseeing automotive engine repairs or automotive engine/emissions inspections.
Note: Additional experience as stated above may be substituted for the required education on a year for year basis.
Licenses & Certifications
To Apply:
Submit a DTS-1 application online at: http://agency.governmentjobs.com/mdotmd . The application must be complete at the time of submission and must clearly describe the required work experience. Dates (month and year) must be stated. Vague descriptions of experience will not be considered. Please include all relevant experience on your application. This includes, but is not limited to, full or part time, volunteer, military, acting capacity, or any other experience that is relevant to the position you are applying for. If you have held more than one (1) position at the same employer, you must list each position that you held, the length of time that you held each position, and the corresponding duties. Description of duties that state, "see resume" will negatively impact consideration for this position. Applicants will not be contacted for additional information. Only applicants considered for this position will be contacted. Applications submitted online must be received by 11:59 PM if a closing date is noted. If you have general questions regarding employment opportunities with the Motor Vehicle Administration (MVA), please call 410-787-7719.
Applicants who have education obtained outside of the U.S. will be required to provide proof of the equivalent U.S. education as determined by a foreign credential evaluation service, such as the National Association of Credential Evaluation Services ( http://www.naces.org ) or World Education Services: International Credential Evaluation ( https://www.wes.org/ ).
The MVA is not sponsoring new employees in application of the H-1B Visa or providing an extension of an existing H-1B Visa at this time due to budgetary constraints. All applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States under the Immigration Reform and Control Act of 1986. Federal regulations prohibit H1B Visa candidates from paying sponsorship fees, all sponsorship fees must be assumed by the potential employer.
The MVA is an equal opportunity employer. The MVA does not discriminate based on age, ancestry, color, creed, gender identity or expression, genetic information, marital status, mental or physical disability, national origin, race, religious affiliation, belief or opinion, sex, or sexual orientation.
The incumbent in this position may be a member of a covered bargaining unit.
The State of Maryland is dedicated to a drug-free workplace, and as a result, employees are subject to the State's Substance Abuse Policy to include possible drug testing.
The selected candidate may be subject to background and reference checks. A conviction is not an automatic disqualification to employment. Erroneous, misleading, or fraudulent information on an application is sufficient grounds for rejection from the hiring process, withdrawal of an offer for employment or immediate discharge.
Relay Service: 1-800-201-7165 TTY: 1-800-492-4575 EEO/AA Employer
Reasonable accommodations will be provided upon request.
Issued: 05/19/2026
MVA Vehicle Compliance Agent I - Grade 10
Open Recruitment
The Maryland Department of Transportation Motor Vehicle Administration (MDOT MVA) is seeking a dynamic agent with focus on delivering premier customer service. The MVA Vehicle Compliance Agent I is responsible for performing and monitoring mechanical inspections of buses to ensure the safe operating condition and transportation of persons.
The MVA Vehicle Compliance Agent I is a contributing level of work performing visual and mechanical inspections of school buses to ensure the safe operating condition and transportation of students in accordance with applicable state Federal Motor Vehicle Laws, rules, and regulations.
Responsibilities Included
- Conducting mechanical, safety and preventive maintenance inspections of motor vehicles to ensure that they are safe and in compliance with applicable Federal and State laws, rules and regulations.
- Preparing reports and maintaining records of inspections, and observations to document conformance with applicable Federal and State laws, rules, and regulations.
- Visually inspects lights, exhaust and electrical systems, steering and suspension systems, wheel alignment and frames and bodies to observe proper operating conditions and excessive wear and damage.
- Measuring tire tread depth and pressure using tread and pressure gauges, measuring brake linings, discs and drums using calipers and micrometers
MDOT offers a generous and competitive benefits package. You can learn about our amazing benefits here: MDOT Benefits
Qualifications
Minimum Qualifications
Education: Graduation from a standard high school or possession of a high school equivalency certificate.
Experience: Three (3) years of experience involving customer service-related activities and one year of experience performing or overseeing automotive engine repairs or automotive engine/emissions inspections.
Note: Additional experience as stated above may be substituted for the required education on a year for year basis.
Licenses & Certifications
- Employees in this classification are assigned duties that require the operation of a motor vehicle. Employees will be required to possess a Class C motor vehicle operator's license valid in the State of Maryland.
- Candidates appointed to positions in this classification will be required to complete and comply with specific required testing and training requirements for the specific area/ unit assigned.
To Apply:
Submit a DTS-1 application online at: http://agency.governmentjobs.com/mdotmd . The application must be complete at the time of submission and must clearly describe the required work experience. Dates (month and year) must be stated. Vague descriptions of experience will not be considered. Please include all relevant experience on your application. This includes, but is not limited to, full or part time, volunteer, military, acting capacity, or any other experience that is relevant to the position you are applying for. If you have held more than one (1) position at the same employer, you must list each position that you held, the length of time that you held each position, and the corresponding duties. Description of duties that state, "see resume" will negatively impact consideration for this position. Applicants will not be contacted for additional information. Only applicants considered for this position will be contacted. Applications submitted online must be received by 11:59 PM if a closing date is noted. If you have general questions regarding employment opportunities with the Motor Vehicle Administration (MVA), please call 410-787-7719.
Applicants who have education obtained outside of the U.S. will be required to provide proof of the equivalent U.S. education as determined by a foreign credential evaluation service, such as the National Association of Credential Evaluation Services ( http://www.naces.org ) or World Education Services: International Credential Evaluation ( https://www.wes.org/ ).
The MVA is not sponsoring new employees in application of the H-1B Visa or providing an extension of an existing H-1B Visa at this time due to budgetary constraints. All applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States under the Immigration Reform and Control Act of 1986. Federal regulations prohibit H1B Visa candidates from paying sponsorship fees, all sponsorship fees must be assumed by the potential employer.
The MVA is an equal opportunity employer. The MVA does not discriminate based on age, ancestry, color, creed, gender identity or expression, genetic information, marital status, mental or physical disability, national origin, race, religious affiliation, belief or opinion, sex, or sexual orientation.
The incumbent in this position may be a member of a covered bargaining unit.
The State of Maryland is dedicated to a drug-free workplace, and as a result, employees are subject to the State's Substance Abuse Policy to include possible drug testing.
The selected candidate may be subject to background and reference checks. A conviction is not an automatic disqualification to employment. Erroneous, misleading, or fraudulent information on an application is sufficient grounds for rejection from the hiring process, withdrawal of an offer for employment or immediate discharge.
Relay Service: 1-800-201-7165 TTY: 1-800-492-4575 EEO/AA Employer
Reasonable accommodations will be provided upon request.
Issued: 05/19/2026