What are the responsibilities and job description for the MCSAP Commercial Vehicle Safety Specialist position at Montana Department of Transportation?
The Montana Department of Transportation is recruiting for a MCSAP Compliance Specialist. This position performs motor carrier compliance reviews and safety audits in accordance with state and federal law including, commercial vehicle inspections, equipment checks and verification of driver documentation through random selection, by direct observation, and testing. This includes review of commercial motor carrier payroll, worker’s compensation, employee drug testing, and other employment records; and examination of driver and carrier records for accurate entries. This position researches, analyzes, evaluates, and reinforces laws, regulations and policies to identify and avoid potential violations by motor carriers, vehicles, and drivers. This position builds enforcement cases for MCS where indicated by carrier repeated non-compliance.
For a full job description, please contact Thomas Skoog at tskoog@mt.gov
Benefits of working for MDT and the State of Montana include:
Minimum Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in business or public administration, business management, accounting, law enforcement, transportation safety or a directly related field
Other combinations of education and experience are considered on a case-by-case basis
Compliance Specialist I
Work at this level is on the job training and involves assisting level II and level III MCSAP Compliance Specialists in conducting compliance reviews, safety audits and inspections.
The incumbent must attend and successfully complete certification training courses and complete supervised commercial motor vehicle inspections to be considered for level II.
L Level II certification is expected within six to twelve months from date of hire.
Compliance Specialist II
Work requirements include successfully completing and retaining certification at the following Commercial Vehicle Safety Alliance (CVSA) certification courses:
Level III certification is expected within twelve to eighteen months from date of hire, or if hired at level II, it is expected that the incumbent will complete level III regimens within six (6) months.
Knowledge, Skills And Abilities
Thorough knowledge of Federal and state statutes, rules and regulations regarding the operation of commercially operated vehicles including hazardous materials.
Working knowledge of theories and practices of auditing, accounting or management safety review procedures.
Knowledge of carrier record keeping systems as they apply to Federal and state requirements.
Skill in operation of a motor vehicle; use of personal computers, business software applications, office equipment and various peripheral devices, such as scanner, digital, modems, etc.
Skilled in effective verbal and written communication, diffusing volatile situations
Customer orientation/service, decision making, personal accountability and ownership, leadership, communication, ethics, negotiations, flexibility and adaptability, teamwork, creativity and problem-solving.
Required Application Materials
Other Information
The successful candidate must pass a fingerprint-based background investigation as a condition of employment.
Driver’s record will be verified. Successful applicants will be required to sign a release form which authorizes the Department to obtain the applicant’s permanent driving records. Compliance with Mont. Admin. R. 2.6.201, "State Vehicle Use," and MDT Policy #6.03.001, "State Vehicle Use Policy" are conditions of employment.
This position is being posted in accordance with the bargaining unit agreement. Non-bargaining unit employees or employees of another bargaining unit may apply. If the position is not filled with a bargaining unit applicant, the non-bargaining unit applicants may be considered. However, bargaining unit applicants will have preference.
The Montana Department of Transportation is an equal opportunity employer. Women, racial and ethnic minorities, people with disabilities, and veterans and disabled veterans are encouraged to apply. People with disabilities needing assistance in the application process, or those needing this job announcement in an alternative format may call the Human Resources and Occupational Safety Division, at 406.444.6054.
The Montana Department of Transportation (MDT) is committed to continuous improvement of our employee safety program and our safety and health processes, and to achieving an injury-free workplace.
Proof of eligibility to work in the United States must be provided if selected for hire. Generally, sponsorship for work authorization is not available through the State of Montana. MDT is not enrolled in E-Verify and is unable to hire F-1 STEM OPT visa candidates.
For a full job description, please contact Thomas Skoog at tskoog@mt.gov
Benefits of working for MDT and the State of Montana include:
- Culture of public service and a commitment to work/life balance
- Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance
- Access to Montana Health Centers, low-cost clinics for state employees and their families
- State Retirement plan and additional savings opportunities (deferred compensation)
- Paid vacation, sick leave, and holidays
- Employees in this position receive overtime compensation or compensatory time for all time in a pay status over 40 hours in a workweek
- Eligibility for Public Service Student Loan Forgiveness
- Benefits apply on first day of employment
- Relocation assistance may be offered to the successful candidate at the time of offer
Minimum Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in business or public administration, business management, accounting, law enforcement, transportation safety or a directly related field
Other combinations of education and experience are considered on a case-by-case basis
Compliance Specialist I
Work at this level is on the job training and involves assisting level II and level III MCSAP Compliance Specialists in conducting compliance reviews, safety audits and inspections.
The incumbent must attend and successfully complete certification training courses and complete supervised commercial motor vehicle inspections to be considered for level II.
L Level II certification is expected within six to twelve months from date of hire.
Compliance Specialist II
Work requirements include successfully completing and retaining certification at the following Commercial Vehicle Safety Alliance (CVSA) certification courses:
- North American Standard Inspection (NASI Part A and B);
- General Hazardous Materials Inspection (GHM);
- Cargo Tank Inspection (CTI); and
- Other Bulk Packaging Inspection (OBP).
Level III certification is expected within twelve to eighteen months from date of hire, or if hired at level II, it is expected that the incumbent will complete level III regimens within six (6) months.
Knowledge, Skills And Abilities
Thorough knowledge of Federal and state statutes, rules and regulations regarding the operation of commercially operated vehicles including hazardous materials.
Working knowledge of theories and practices of auditing, accounting or management safety review procedures.
Knowledge of carrier record keeping systems as they apply to Federal and state requirements.
Skill in operation of a motor vehicle; use of personal computers, business software applications, office equipment and various peripheral devices, such as scanner, digital, modems, etc.
Skilled in effective verbal and written communication, diffusing volatile situations
Customer orientation/service, decision making, personal accountability and ownership, leadership, communication, ethics, negotiations, flexibility and adaptability, teamwork, creativity and problem-solving.
Required Application Materials
- Cover Letter
- Resume
Other Information
The successful candidate must pass a fingerprint-based background investigation as a condition of employment.
Driver’s record will be verified. Successful applicants will be required to sign a release form which authorizes the Department to obtain the applicant’s permanent driving records. Compliance with Mont. Admin. R. 2.6.201, "State Vehicle Use," and MDT Policy #6.03.001, "State Vehicle Use Policy" are conditions of employment.
This position is being posted in accordance with the bargaining unit agreement. Non-bargaining unit employees or employees of another bargaining unit may apply. If the position is not filled with a bargaining unit applicant, the non-bargaining unit applicants may be considered. However, bargaining unit applicants will have preference.
The Montana Department of Transportation is an equal opportunity employer. Women, racial and ethnic minorities, people with disabilities, and veterans and disabled veterans are encouraged to apply. People with disabilities needing assistance in the application process, or those needing this job announcement in an alternative format may call the Human Resources and Occupational Safety Division, at 406.444.6054.
The Montana Department of Transportation (MDT) is committed to continuous improvement of our employee safety program and our safety and health processes, and to achieving an injury-free workplace.
Proof of eligibility to work in the United States must be provided if selected for hire. Generally, sponsorship for work authorization is not available through the State of Montana. MDT is not enrolled in E-Verify and is unable to hire F-1 STEM OPT visa candidates.