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MSP VEHICLE SAFETY INSPECTOR I

Recruitment #22-000243-0002

Introduction

It is important that all experience be fully documented. Failure to ANSWER ALL SUPPLEMENTAL QUESTIONS SPECIFICALLY AND ACCURATELY may cause the candidate to be rejected.

PLEASE FILL OUT THE APPLICATION COMPLETELY.

 

 The application is part of the examination process. Your answers will determine your eligibility to participate in the next phase of the selection process.

 Clearly describe your qualifications in detail. Credit cannot be given for education, training, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities that you fail to indicate.

 Do not leave any answer spaces blank; if a question does not apply, write "N/A".

 Although you may attach a resume to further describe your qualification, it does not substitute for completing the application form. An incomplete application form may result in disqualification. Do NOT write "see resume" in your work history or responses to supplemental questions.

 Failure to comply with these instructions may result in disqualification.

 Read the Job Announcement carefully for specific filing instructions, supplemental questions, and final filing dates.

GRADE

ASTD10

LOCATION OF POSITION

Maryland State Police

Automotive Safety Enforcement Division

6601 Ritchie Highway

Glen Burnie, MD 21062

Main Purpose of Job

Conducts monthly audits of inspection stations' records and completes an examination of their inspection equipment to ensure compliance with designated rules, regulations and procedures governing the inspection of vehicles in the State of Maryland. Checks monthly for proper posting of the licenses, procedures chart, inspection station sign and mechanics list. Ensures that the aforementioned is visible to the public and current. Assures that all inspection equipment is current and in working condition. Verify that the monthly calibration chart is initialed and kept up to date. Check to insure that all paperwork is properly completed and contains the required information. Verifies the accuracy of the information. Verifies that all inspection certificates are accounted for and have been issued in numerical sequence. Verifies proper inspections procedure in the Maryland Safety Inspection System (MSIS). Enrolls stations and enters personnel information into the MSIS. Take appropriate administrative/enforcement action for any deficiencies noted during the monthly audits. Conduct investigations and inquiries and takes appropriate enforcement action for violations of rules, regulations, and procedures governing the inspection of vehicles in the State of Maryland. This would include covert or surveillance operations. Perform additional duties as assigned by Command or Supervisory personnel.

POSITION DUTIES

Conducts monthly audits of inspection stations' records and completes an examination of their inspection equipment to ensure compliance with designated rules, regulations and procedures governing the inspection of vehicles in the State of Maryland.

Checks monthly for proper posting of the licenses, procedures chart, inspections station sign and mechanics list. Ensures that the aforementioned is visible to the public and current.

Assures that all inspection equipment is current and in working condition. Verify that the monthly calibration chart is initialed and kept up to date.

Check to insure that all paperwork is properly completed and contains the required information. Verifies the accuracy of the information. Verifies that all inspection certificates are accounted for and have been issued in numerical sequence. Verifies proper inspections procedure in the Maryland Safety Inspection System (MSIS). Enrolls stations and enters personnel information into the MSIS.

Take appropriate administrative/enforcement action for any deficiencies noted during the monthly audits.

Conduct investigations and inquiries and takes appropriate enforcement action for violations of rules, regulations, and procedures governing the inspection of vehicles in the State of Maryland. This would include covert or surveillance operations.

Perform additional duties as assigned by Command or Supervisory personnel.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Education:   Graduation from an accredited high school or possession of a high school equivalency certificate.

Experience: Six months of experience performing mechanical repair, maintenance or inspection of motor vehicles.

Notes:

1. Candidates may substitute additional experience in the mechanical repair, maintenance or inspection of motor vehicles on a year-for-year basis for the required education.

2. Candidates may substitute additional experience in law enforcement activities including vehicle inspections on a year-for-year basis for the required experience.

DESIRED OR PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

Preferred Qualifications:

1. Knowledge of the Maryland Safety Inspection System (MSIS).

2. One (1) year of experience in mechanical repair, maintenance or inspection of motor vehicles.

LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS AND CERTIFICATIONS

Employees in this classification may be assigned duties which require the operation of a motor vehicle. Employees assigned such duties will be required to possess a motor vehicle operator’s license valid in the State of Maryland.

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS

1. Employees in this classification are subject to substance abuse testing in accordance with Code of Maryland Regulations 17.04.09, Testing for Illegal Use of Drugs.

2. In accordance with Public Safety Article, Title 2. Department of State Police, Section 2-204 (b)(6) of the Annotated Code of Maryland, candidates for positions in this classification will be subject to an initial drug screening, a physical examination and a complete criminal background investigation, to include a polygraph examination, before permanent appointment can be made.  A criminal conviction may be grounds for rejection of the candidate.

SELECTION PROCESS

The selection process for this recruitment will involve a review of each application. Applicants who meet the minimum qualifications will be placed on an eligible list in the BEST QUALIFIED, BETTER QUALIFIED or QUALIFIED category and remain eligible for consideration for at least one year from the date of examination. The list will be used by the hiring manager to select the individual to fill the vacancy.

EXAMINATION PROCESS

The examination will consist of a rating of your education, training and experience related to the requirements of the position. You may be required to complete a qualifications supplement, or the rating may be based on your application. Report all experience and education that is related to this position. Applicants may be given a physical examination and will be subject to an interview, background investigation, polygraph examination and substance abuse testing.

BENEFITS

FURTHER INSTRUCTIONS

NOTE: Currently, applicants are limited to uploading one file. As a result, it is strongly urged that those applying upload ALL required and additional documents (undergraduate and graduate transcripts, resumes, etc.) as one file. If you are unable to apply online, you may submit an application via mail. The Maryland State Application Form can be found online.

Completed applications, required documentation and any required addendums may be mailed to:

Maryland State Police

Human Resources Division

1201 Reisterstown Road

Pikesville, MD 21208

ATTN: William Boniarski

william.boniarski@maryland.gov

It is the policy of the Maryland State Police to comply with all applicable federal and state laws prohibiting employment discrimination and to provide equal employment opportunity to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to age, ancestry, color, gender, identity and expression, genetic information, marital status, mental or physical disability, national origin, race, religious affiliation, belief or opinion, sex, sexual orientation or any other protected status.




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