Job Description
DEPARTMENT: Sheriff Justice SUPERVISOR: Operations Manager SUPERVISION EXERCISED: None EXEMPT STATUS: Non-Exempt LAST REVISION: June 2019 Job Scope Summary: Processes applications, administers computer testing, issues general and commercial driver’s licenses; takes photographs for general and commercial driver’s licenses and for special identification cards; does daily balancing of cash drawer, bank deposits and balances it to the State computer printout. Performs general clerical duties. This position works independently with very little supervision. Other Information : Work typically involves recurring work situations with occasional variances from the norm that require a moderate degree of complexity. Driver’s License Clerks follow procedures which require a high degree of accuracy and thoroughness. The employee will have access to confidential and criminal- related information, and therefore must maintain a high degree of confidentiality. Interpret and apply Department of Transportation regulations to each applicant. Advice and guidance from a supervisor of the Idaho Transportation Department is readily available to help during unusual situations. Communicate with others outside the organization including members of the public using the services of the department. Work is typically performed in an office environment with low intermittent stress with occasional high stress. Essential Functions The essential functions include, but are not limited to, the following duties and responsibilities which are not listed in any particular order of priority and may be amended or added to by the County at any time: . Receives applicants for driver’s licenses and identification cards and determines proper procedure.. Requests supporting documentation from applicants and reviews for authenticity.. Provides applicants with proper application forms and witnesses applicants signing of their signatures.. Verifies information on applications with Social Security Administration, Bureau of Vital Statistics, and Immigration and Naturalization Services as necessary.. Administers and records scores from automated computer testing for Class A, B, C and D licenses and endorsement examinations for commercial class licenses and motorcycles.. Collects skills waiver forms and reviews for proper completion. . Generates camera cards by computer for use as data cards, fee receipts, and /or commercial driver’s permits. . Instructs applicants on the completion of camera cards and reviews for proper completion.. Takes photographs of driver’s license applicants for special identification cards.. Collects fees for transactions and balances daily fee receipts.. Schedules on site written driver’s license testing and orientations with the school districts.. Issues and collects fees for Concealed Weapons Permits.. Answers related questions, telephonically and in person, from the general public, other agencies and public officials. Secondary Functions . Screens applicants for visual accuracy and looks for obvious emotional and or medical problems which might affect the applicant’s ability to hold a license. . Attends Parent/Student meetings and presents information for the students signing up for Drivers’ Education Classes. These meetings are scheduled outside the normal work day. . Performs all other duties as assigned. Job Specifications . Sufficient combination of knowledge, skills and abilities so as to competently perform the essential functions of the job. High school diploma or equivalent required. . Ability to maintain harmonious working relationship with other employees and agencies; deal with the general public in a tactful and courteous manner; deal effectively with stressful situations, work independently, accurately and quickly; maintain confidentiality; understand and follow simple oral and written directions; communicate in writing using proper grammar, spelling and punctuation; handle money (currency, coin, and checks) accurately and make proper change. . Must be able to read and comprehend Idaho State procedure manuals.. Skill in the operation of a computer terminal, calculator, cash register, camera, printer and other general office equipment.. Typing skills required, 35 words per minute preferred.. Working knowledge of Word and Excel programs.. Ability to pay attention to detail; ability to work quickly, independently and accurately; ability to prioritize and multi-task.. Must possess good organizational, telephone, and communication skills.. Must have good judgment and discretion.. Reporting to work on time and regular attendance is an essential function of the p