Reference #: 4756947 THE POSITION If you care deeply about roadway safety in Pennsylvania and want to play a vital role in protecting drivers on our highways, we invite you to explore the Quality Assurance Officer position. In this role, you will actively support Pennsylvania's vehicle safety inspection programs, ensuring they meet compliance standards and operate effectively within a designated area. Seize this exciting opportunity to make a difference and apply today to become part of our dedicated team focused on enhancing public safety!

DESCRIPTION OF WORK In this position, you will organize and carry out audits at inspection stations in a designated area. Your tasks will include performing audits and offering recommendations to ensure adherence to regulations and safety standards. You will also play a crucial role in identifying and reporting fraudulent activities, providing essential technical and administrative information during audits to maintain program integrity. Your responsibilities will involve both visible and hidden investigative audits, working with law enforcement, and conducting detailed safety re-inspections on vehicles to verify their roadworthiness. Additionally, you will address complaints from law enforcement and customers about vehicle inspections. You will need to attend training sessions to assess the effectiveness of certified instructors, confirm compliance with the approved training curriculum, ensure contract adherence, safeguard exam materials, conduct instructor evaluations as necessary, and create a supportive learning environment for both theoretical and practical training.

You will participate in departmental hearings and court proceedings to testify about violations of the Pennsylvania Vehicle Code, associated regulations, and departmental procedures. Furthermore, you will cultivate and sustain productive relationships with inspection stations, vehicle safety inspectors, law enforcement agencies, educational institutions, industry stakeholders, other state departments, legislative offices, and both public and private entities impacted by the vehicle safety inspection process. You will also recommend training initiatives for vehicle safety inspectors to enhance their skills. This role involves delivering training and conducting presentations at accredited safety inspection schools, civic organizations, industry partners, and other interested parties to disseminate information regarding relevant rules, regulations, and statutes, thereby fostering improved communication and understanding between the Department, inspection stations, and the public.

Interested in learning more? Additional details regarding this position can be found in the position description.

Work Schedule and Additional Information:

Full-time employment, 75 hours bi-weekly Work hours are 8:00 AM to 4:00 PM, Monday - Friday, with a 30-minute lunch. This position will require travel, flex time and overtime Salary:In some cases, the starting salary may be non-negotiable.

You will receive further communication regarding this position via email. Check your email, including spam/junk folders, for these notices.   REQUIRED EXPERIENCE, TRAINING & ELIGIBILITY

QUALIFICATIONS

Minimum Experience and Training Requirements:

Two years of experience in an automotive repair related field such as: service writer/advisor; technical manual writer; automotive tool and equipment salesman/serviceman; auto mechanic; or auto shop foreman and a high school diploma; or Any equivalent combination of experience and training. Special Requirement:

This position requires possession of a Pennsylvania Safety Mechanics Certification within 90 days of the date of employment. Additional Requirement:

This position is assigned to Schuylkill County. The selected candidate must live in one of the assigned counties of responsibility or must be willing to relocate to Carbon, Columbia, Montour, Northumberland, Dauphin, Lebano , Berks, Lehigh, or Luzerne. You must be able to perform essential job functions.

How to Apply:

Resumes, cover letters, and similar documents will not be reviewed, and the information contained therein will not be considered for the purposes of determining your eligibility for the position. Information to support your eligibility for the position must be provided on the application (i.e., relevant, detailed experience/education).

If you are claiming education in your answers to the supplemental application questions, you must attach a copy of your college transcripts for your claim to be accepted toward meeting the minimum requirements. Unofficial transcripts are acceptable. Your application must be submitted by the posting closing date. Late applications and other required materials will not be accepted. Failure to comply with the above application requirements may eliminate you from consideration for this position.

Veterans:

Pennsylvania law (51 Pa. C.S. *7103) provides employment preference for qualified veterans for appointment to many state and local government jobs. To learn more about employment preferences for veterans, go to www.employment.pa.gov/Additional%20Info/Pages/default.aspx and click the Veterans' Preference tab or contact us at ra-cs-vetpreference@pa.gov.

Telecommunications Relay Service (TRS):

711 (hearing and speech disabilities or other individuals).

If you are contacted for an interview and need accommodations due to a disability, please discuss your request for accommodations with the interviewer in advance of your interview date.

The Commonwealth is an equal employment opportunity employer and is committed to a diverse workforce. The Commonwealth values inclusion as we seek to recruit, develop, and retain the most qualified people to serve the citizens of Pennsylvania. The Commonwealth does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religious creed, ancestry, union membership, age, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, AIDS or HIV status, disability, or any other categories protected by applicable federal or state law. All diverse candidates are encouraged to apply.