State of Idaho
Position Overview
Senior Port-of-Entry Inspector
– State of Idaho, Idaho Transportation Department, District 2 – Lewiston, ID.
Join the Idaho Transportation Department (ITD) and be part of an award‑winning agency dedicated to enhancing the quality of life in Idaho through transportation. The successful candidate will lead a team, be customer focused, and ensure the highest level of customer satisfaction while implementing rules and regulations.
Responsibilities
Lead Worker/Team Leader: assign and direct the work of inspectors, prepare work schedules, train and orient new employees, identify training needs, develop activity and incident reports, coordinate law enforcement and emergency agency activities, attend meetings that may require travel and overnight stays, write and update procedures manuals and training modules, assist in documentation of employee performance, and perform other duties as assigned.
Inspection: inspect commercial vehicles for size, weight, safety, special fuels, hazards, and compliance with existing laws, regulations and policies; inspect hazardous materials; use computer terminals to check tax status, registrations, licenses, rescind status, and permits; verify driver qualifications; maintain equipment such as scales, cash registers, and computer terminals; issue warnings or citations; determine vehicle detainment or seizure; write incident reports and activity summaries; set up and enforce road checks; prepare for and testify in court.
Revenue Collection: sell overweight, hazardous materials and trip permits; register commercial vehicles; compute and collect fees, bonds and tax assessments owed to Idaho and other states; issue receipts and log payments; prepare bank deposits.
Information/Assistance: explain laws, policies and procedures to commercial vehicle drivers and trucking industry personnel; provide information to the public such as maps, tourist information, road conditions and travel facilities; investigate and resolve trucker and motorist complaints; assist other state and federal entities with enforcement activities.
Minimum Qualifications
Some knowledge of supervisory practices.
Assessing driver qualifications for compliance with federal and state motor vehicle safety standards.
Applying Idaho and federal motor vehicle laws relating to vehicle registration, the commercial carrier industry, and hazardous material and waste shipment.
Properly issuing permits and citations.
Operating computerized data equipment.
Valid driver’s license required.
Appearance Uniform is required.
Background investigations are conducted before appointment and annually to satisfy state bonding and deputation requirements. Persons convicted of certain misdemeanors or any felony shall not be employed by the department to act with limited peace officer authority.
Compensation The State of Idaho offers a robust total compensation package, including medical, vision, and dental insurance; PERSI retirement benefits; paid sick, vacation, and parental leave; and 11 paid holidays per year. For additional information, visit https://dhr.idaho.gov/information-for-state-employees/.
EEO/ADA/Veteran The State of Idaho is committed to providing equal employment opportunities and prohibits discrimination against qualified individuals based on their status as protected veterans or individuals with disabilities and prohibits discrimination against all individuals based on race, color, religion, political affiliation or belief, sex, national origin, genetics, or any other status protected under applicable federal, state, or local laws. The State of Idaho is committed to access and reasonable accommodation for individuals with disabilities; auxiliary aids and services are available upon request. If you require an accommodation at any step in our recruitment process, you are encouraged to contact (208) 334‑2263 (TTY/TTD: 711), or email ada.coordinator@dhr.idaho.gov. Preference may be given to veterans who qualify under state and federal laws and regulations.
Contact ITD Recruiter: careers@itd.idaho.gov or 208‑334‑8664. The Idaho Transportation Department does not sponsor work visas.
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– State of Idaho, Idaho Transportation Department, District 2 – Lewiston, ID.
Join the Idaho Transportation Department (ITD) and be part of an award‑winning agency dedicated to enhancing the quality of life in Idaho through transportation. The successful candidate will lead a team, be customer focused, and ensure the highest level of customer satisfaction while implementing rules and regulations.
Responsibilities
Lead Worker/Team Leader: assign and direct the work of inspectors, prepare work schedules, train and orient new employees, identify training needs, develop activity and incident reports, coordinate law enforcement and emergency agency activities, attend meetings that may require travel and overnight stays, write and update procedures manuals and training modules, assist in documentation of employee performance, and perform other duties as assigned.
Inspection: inspect commercial vehicles for size, weight, safety, special fuels, hazards, and compliance with existing laws, regulations and policies; inspect hazardous materials; use computer terminals to check tax status, registrations, licenses, rescind status, and permits; verify driver qualifications; maintain equipment such as scales, cash registers, and computer terminals; issue warnings or citations; determine vehicle detainment or seizure; write incident reports and activity summaries; set up and enforce road checks; prepare for and testify in court.
Revenue Collection: sell overweight, hazardous materials and trip permits; register commercial vehicles; compute and collect fees, bonds and tax assessments owed to Idaho and other states; issue receipts and log payments; prepare bank deposits.
Information/Assistance: explain laws, policies and procedures to commercial vehicle drivers and trucking industry personnel; provide information to the public such as maps, tourist information, road conditions and travel facilities; investigate and resolve trucker and motorist complaints; assist other state and federal entities with enforcement activities.
Minimum Qualifications
Some knowledge of supervisory practices.
Assessing driver qualifications for compliance with federal and state motor vehicle safety standards.
Applying Idaho and federal motor vehicle laws relating to vehicle registration, the commercial carrier industry, and hazardous material and waste shipment.
Properly issuing permits and citations.
Operating computerized data equipment.
Valid driver’s license required.
Appearance Uniform is required.
Background investigations are conducted before appointment and annually to satisfy state bonding and deputation requirements. Persons convicted of certain misdemeanors or any felony shall not be employed by the department to act with limited peace officer authority.
Compensation The State of Idaho offers a robust total compensation package, including medical, vision, and dental insurance; PERSI retirement benefits; paid sick, vacation, and parental leave; and 11 paid holidays per year. For additional information, visit https://dhr.idaho.gov/information-for-state-employees/.
EEO/ADA/Veteran The State of Idaho is committed to providing equal employment opportunities and prohibits discrimination against qualified individuals based on their status as protected veterans or individuals with disabilities and prohibits discrimination against all individuals based on race, color, religion, political affiliation or belief, sex, national origin, genetics, or any other status protected under applicable federal, state, or local laws. The State of Idaho is committed to access and reasonable accommodation for individuals with disabilities; auxiliary aids and services are available upon request. If you require an accommodation at any step in our recruitment process, you are encouraged to contact (208) 334‑2263 (TTY/TTD: 711), or email ada.coordinator@dhr.idaho.gov. Preference may be given to veterans who qualify under state and federal laws and regulations.
Contact ITD Recruiter: careers@itd.idaho.gov or 208‑334‑8664. The Idaho Transportation Department does not sponsor work visas.
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