Job Description
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 [email protected]
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
For information on the Montana Department of Transportation’s mission, vision, and values, please visit our website: https://www.mdt.mt.gov/about.aspx#values
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).
The incumbent must attend and successfully complete Level II certification training courses, inspections, investigations and safety audits to be considered for level III.
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
All required materials must be submitted before midnight on the closing date. Ensure all materials submitted are selected as “Relevant.” If you need an accommodation with the application process, please contact the HR representative listed above.
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.
The State of Montana has a decentralized human resources (HR) system. Each agency is responsible for its own recruitment and selection. Anyone who needs a reasonable accommodation in the application or hiring process should contact the agency's HR staff identified on the job listing or by dialing the Montana Relay at 711. Montana Job Service Offices also offer services including assistance with submitting an online application.State government does not discriminate based on race, color, national origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, childbirth or medical conditions related to pregnancy or childbirth, age, physical or mental disability, genetic information, marital status, creed, political beliefs or affiliation, veteran status, military service, retaliation, or any other factor not related to merit and qualifications of an employee or applicant.