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ArapahoeCounty

Motor Vehicle Specialist/Sr. Motor Vehicle Specialist

ArapahoeCounty, Centennial, Colorado, United States

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The Clerk and Recorder's Office has an opening for a Motor Vehicle Specialist or Senior Motor Vehicle Specialist.

Motor Vehicle Specialist

The Motor Vehicle (MV) Specialist is responsible for providing excellent customer service, maintaining a positive attitude and being an effective team player while performing a variety of duties associated with Arapahoe County’s Motor Vehicle division. This is an entry level position and must complete an 8 week in house training and maintain a satisfactory performance rating. Upon successful completion, the MV Specialist will have basic knowledge of Colorado requirements and be proficient in the motor vehicle system.

The MV Specialist may be reviewed after a period of hands-on training to determine eligibility to progress to the next level. Progression is determined by various factors, including but limited to; performance, error rates, professionalism, customer service skills, ability to remain calm and effectively communicate in a stressful and demanding work environment, punctuality and attendance, and the ability to establish effective working relationships with peers, the public and management.

With NO prior experience performing Motor Vehicle functions or working in a Motor Vehicle office, our anticipated starting rate is: $21.00/hour

Senior Motor Vehicle Specialist

The Senior Motor Vehicle (MV) Specialist is responsible for providing excellent customer service, maintaining a positive attitude and being an effective team player while performing a variety of complex duties associated with Arapahoe County’s Motor Vehicle division. The Senior MV Specialist must have successfully met the proficiency standards, primary duties, and job function requirements of the MV Specialist and is required to work independently on all transactions performed as a MV Specialist. This position holds a higher level of knowledge within motor vehicle and provides additional complex support.

NOTE

The anticipated hiring range for a Motor Vehicle specialist is $21.00 to $23.89 per hour, dependent upon qualifications.

The anticipated hiring range for a Senior Motor Vehicle specialist is $23.11 to $28.89 per hour, dependent upon qualifications.

This position is for the Motor Vehicle Office location at 6954 South Lima St., Centennial, CO 80112

OR

5334 S Prince St. Littleton, CO 80120.

MOTOR VEHICLE SPECIALIST

Assist customers via phone, mail, email or in person.

Collect fees and reconcile cash drawer daily.

Conduct the following types of transactions: Processing temporary registrations and permits

Emissions extensions

License plate renewals

New registration

Refinances

Add liens o Title transfers to include in and out of state

Leases and buy outs

Disability placard issuance o Special mobile machinery

Bond affidavits

Bill of sale

Salvage and manufactured homes

Expected to learn, understand, and stay current on all legislation regarding Motor Vehicle

May assist with Election related duties

SENIOR MOTOR VEHICLE SPECIALIST

Independently performs Motor Vehicle Specialist transactions.

Collect fees and reconcile cash drawer daily.

Provides assistance, guidance, and share knowledge with MV Specialist.

Assists management with replying to customer inquiries via phone, email, or mail.

Assist all customers via phone, mail, email or in person.

Assists with bookkeeping duties.

Assists with classroom and/or counter training.

Conducts research, identifies, and resolves complex title/registration issues.

May assist with Election related duties.

May assist with Special projects.

May assist in Fleet, dealer titles, duplicate titles, and other back-office duties.

Expected to learn, understand, and stay current on all legislation regarding Motor Vehicle.

SKILLS & ABILITIES

Ability to read, understand, and interpret state statues, regulations, and procedures applicable to the Motor Vehicle division.

Ability to become proficient in using and understanding the functions of the computerized Motor Vehicle system.

Ability to understand and follow oral and written instructions.

Ability to research multiple sources for information.

Ability to memorize information and handle cash with a high degree of accuracy.

Ability to multi task in a high stress environment is essential.

Effective verbal and written communications.

Knowledge of and proficiency in the use of personal computer equipment and software such as MS Word, Excel, and Outlook

Flexible, punctual, reliable and willing to work paid overtime if necessary.

Ability to engage with customers and coworkers in a professional, articulate and friendly manner.

Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with fellow employees, the public and supervisors.

Ability to exercise tact and discretion in handling confidential information.

BEHAVIORAL COMPETENCIES

Accountability

Accessibility

Inclusivity

Integrity

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE MOTOR VEHICLE SPECIALIST:

HS diploma or GED

1-2 years general office experience

Any equivalent combination of education and work experience that satisfy the requirements of the job will be considered

SENIOR MOTOR VEHICLE SPECIALIST:

HS diploma or GED

Meets satisfactory performance standards as a Motor Vehicle Specialist

Any equivalent combination of education and work experience that satisfy the requirements of the job will be considered.

PREFERRED EXPERIENCE

Customer Service and cash handling

PRE-EMPLOYMENT ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS

This position requires successful completion of pre-employment fingerprint background and motor vehicle checks

WORK ENVIRONMENT

Work is generally confined to a standard office environment.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

Spends 90% of the time sitting and 90% of the time either upright or walking.

Occasionally lifts, carries, pulls, or pushes up to 20 lbs.

Occasionally uses cart, dolly, or other equipment to carry more than 20 lbs.

Occasionally climbs, stoops, kneels, balances, reaches, crawls and crouches while performing office or work duties.

Verbal and auditory capacity enabling constant interpersonal communication through automated devices, such as telephones, radios, and similar; and in public meetings and personal interactions.

Constant use of eye, hand and finger coordination enabling the use of automated office machinery or equipment.

Visual capacity enabling constant use of computer or other work-related equipment.

Definitions

Occasionally: Activity exists less than 1/3 of the time.

Frequently: Activity exists between 1/3 and 2/3 of the time.

Constantly: Activity exists more than 2/3 of the time.

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