Job details
Salary $25.65 an hour job type full-time
Full job description
Overview
The motor vehicle investigator (detective) is assigned to the northern investigations unit who serves addison, lamoille, essex, orleans, chittenden, franklin, caledonia, and washington countiesThis home-based sworn law enforcement position performs field inspections and technical investigations relevant to criminal and regulatory activity for the department of motor vehicles, specifically focusing on laws relevant to licensed motor vehicle inspection stations, mechanics, and dealerships, as well as other motor vehicle related fraudulent activityCandidates should be comfortable providing testimony in criminal and regulatory hearings, to include traffic violationsProficiency with basic computer software technology is necessary to be successful in this positionA background in automotive diagnostics and repair is preferredCandidate must be a full-time (level iii) certified vermont law enforcement officer at time of hire.
Who may apply
This position, motor vehicle investigator (#21945) , is open to all state employees and external applicants.
If you would like more information about this position, please contact scott davidson at scott.davidson@vermont.gov .
Please note that multiple positions in the same work location may be filled from this job posting.
Resumes will not be accepted via e-mailYou must apply online to be considered.
In accordance with title 23, section 102(d), an applicant must agree to be finger-printed and pass a background investigation to be eligible for this positionThe background investigation may include criminal, financial and traffic records checksHiring managers will notify applicants who are in the final stage of the interview process of the finger-printing and background check requirement, to which an applicant must agree to be deemed eligible for this positionApplicants will have the right to withdraw their applications before finger-printing and/or a background investigation is conducted.
Beginning september 15, 2021, state of vermont executive branch employees must attest to being fully vaccinated against the covid-19 virus or be subject to regular covid-19 testing and masking requirements.
Environmental factors
Considerable fieldwork and non-standard work schedules are common to this classA valid driver`s license is requiredThreats of varying types and severity are possibleAn incumbent is a vermont certified full-time law enforcement officer and is armed and drives a fully equipped police type vehicleFormal testimony is subject to cross-examination.
Minimum qualifications
High school diploma and three (3) years in law enforcement or professional investigatory work.
Note: candidate should be a level iii full-time certified vermont law enforcement officer at time of hire, or eligible to become certified within one (1) year from date of hire.
Note: a candidate who is a current level ii part-time certified vermont law enforcement officer and is able to meet all requirements (physical fitness test, psychological/mmpi, polygraph, background investigation, and written entrance exam) for acceptance into the full-time basic training course at the vermont police academy at the time of hire may be considered for this positionUnder this provision, the candidate would be required to successfully graduate from the vermont police academy full-time basic training course, upon which the candidate would achieve a level iii certification.
Preferred qualifications
Background in automotive diagnostics and repair.
Special requirements
Mental and physical condition appropriate to successfully perform, with or without reasonable accommodation, the essential job functions.
Applicants are required to take or submit to a polygraph examination per title 21, section 494(b)(1).
Note: a current valid driver`s license is required.
Total compensation as a state employee you are offered a great career opportunity, but it`s more than a paycheckThe state`s total compensation package features an outstanding set of employee benefits that are worth about 30% of your total compensation, including:
80% state paid medical premium
Dental plan at no cost for employees and their families
Flexible spending healthcare and childcare reimbursement accounts
Two ways to save for your retirement: a state defined benefit pension plan and a deferred compensation 457(b) plan
Work/life balance: 11 paid holidays each year and a generous leave plan; many jobs also allow for a flexible schedule
Low cost group life insurance
Tuition reimbursement
Incentive-based wellness program
Qualified employer for public service student loan forgiveness program
Want the specifics? explore the benefits of state employment on our websiteEqual opportunity employer the state of vermont celebrates diversity, and is committed to providing an environment of mutual respect and meaningful inclusion that represents a variety of backgrounds, perspectives, and skillsThe state does not discriminate in employment on the basis of race, color, religion or belief, national, social or ethnic origin, sex (including pregnancy), age, physical, mental or sensory disability, hiv status, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, marital, civil union or domestic partnership status, past or present military service, membership in an employee organization, family medical history or genetic information, or family or parental statusThe state’s employment decisions are merit-basedRetaliatory adverse employment actions by the state are forbidden.
