Abolished 10/07
MOTOR CARRIER INSPECTOR III
8127L1
Pay Grade: 21
DEFINITION OF WORK
Summary
This is specialized or supervisory public safety work enforcing
laws, rules and regulations which govern the operation of commercial motor carriers in the
State of Kansas.
Incumbents in this class are responsible for overseeing and
coordinating the work of subordinate officers in mobile units or stationary State motor
carrier enforcement sites.
Standard Classification Factors
Supervision Received - LEVEL B: "Under general
supervision…" Employees working under general supervision usually receive some
instructions with respect to the details of most assignments but are free to develop their
own work sequences within established procedures, methods and policies. They are often
physically removed from their supervisor and subject to only periodic checks.
Difficulty - LEVEL C: Considerable… Duties which require a
high degree of concentration because of the many factors which must be considered and
weighed before a decision can be reached. Usually positions that require planning,
developing, and coordinating programs and directing fairly large groups of people fall
into this category.
Complexity - LEVEL B: Work is of a structured nature including
duties that have several related steps. This level involves simple analysis of data,
identification of easily distinguishable facts and recognition of differences in related
situations. Workers at this level exercise limited independent judgment in determining
methods or procedures to be used in making minor decisions. Work is normally controlled by
frequent review and consultation with supervisors. When guidelines exist at this level,
they are usually specific and aid in determining an approach to problems or situations.
Workers at this level must be able to identify basic differences in situations to
determine the actions which need to be taken.
Consequence of Actions or Decisions - LEVEL D: Consequences of
actions or decisions at this level are significant as the work may be rarely if ever
reviewed, making errors difficult to detect. Errors may cause major program failure or a
high degree of confusion. Injuries to others due to errors are serious or incapacitating
or both and costs due to errors are substantial.
Contacts - LEVEL A: The purpose of the contact is to obtain,
clarify, give or screen established factual information, regardless of the type (i.e.,
easily understood or technical) within a well-defined relationship. Normal communication
skills are required.
Physical Demands - LEVEL C: The work requires moderate physical
exertion.
Environmental Conditions - LEVEL C: The work environment involves
hazards, risks or discomforts typical of working with or around machinery with exposed
moving parts, irritant chemicals, heavy equipment or abusive or hostile clientele and
patients. Exposure to disagreeable weather conditions and extreme levels of temperature,
ventilation, lighting and sound are normal. Protective clothing or gear and specific
safety standards or procedures may be required. Serious injury is possible.
Supervision/Leadership - LEVEL D: Involves administrative
supervision responsibility. AS a "first line supervisor", the primary
responsibility involves scheduling, supervising and evaluating employees who perform the
same or similar work. Responsible for recommending hiring and disciplinary actions to a
higher level of authority. As a "project manager" may direct the activities of
project leaders to develop plans and criteria and to evaluate progress and results for one
or more projects.
Distinguishing Features
Differs from Motor Carrier Inspection Sergeant class in which
incumbents perform supervisory duties involving daily activities in field units.
Differs from Motor Carrier Inspector II in which the work involves
full-performance motor carrier inspection work.
EXAMPLES OF WORK PERFORMED
Plans, assigns, reviews and evaluates the work of subordinate
Motor Carrier Inspectors in the operation of a mobile enforcement unit or a stationary
enforcement site; provides input in making shift policy. Assists in the directing and
training of new officers.
Supervises a motor carrier inspection team which issues and
verifies permits and registrations for insurance coverage and licenses to operate and
checks size and weight of loads.
Selects safe and proper sites for portable scales and makes
adjustments according to traffic flow to maintain an effective level of enforcement. Stops
motor carriers on the highway to inspect for compliance with weight, size and permit
requirements.
Maintains the portable weight scales, signs and radios of a mobile
enforcement unit; orders equipment and supplies for a mobile enforcement unit.
Establishes and maintains professional and courteous lines of
communication with employees, public and other law enforcement agencies; resolves problem
cases, except those of an unusual nature, and answers questions relative to rules and
regulations.
Prepares reports of investigations or daily activities.
Performs related work as required.
REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE, ABILITIES AND SKILLS
Knowledge
Knowledge of the principles and practices of supervision.
*Knowledge of state safety laws, rules, and regulations pertaining
to the movement of motor carriers within the state.
*Knowledge of the operation of portable motor carrier weighing
scales and inspection operations.
Knowledge of the safety devices used on motor carriers and
mechanical characteristics of commercial vehicles including load factors.
Knowledge of commercial motor carrier operations.
Knowledge of Kansas traffic and vehicle rules and regulations
relating to vehicle movement and registration, to motor carrier operation and to driver
licensing.
Abilities
Ability to supervise subordinates in the weighing and inspection
of motor carriers.
Ability to maintain favorable working relationships with employees
and the public.
*Ability to operate permanent and portable motor carrier scales.
Ability to prepare reports and maintain records.
Ability to make simple arithmetic computations.
Ability to understand, explain, and apply regulations covering a
variety of stipulations regarding highway usage.
Ability to qualify with appropriate firearms on a periodic basis.
*Necessary at Entry
MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:
High school or equivalent and limited independent work
experience in motor carrier inspection or limited independent work experience in
commissioned law enforcement.
NECESSARY SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS:
Positions in this class require that the employee have a
Commercial Vehicle Safety Alliance (CVSA) Level certifications within twelve months of
appointment.
Positions in this class require the employee be certified as a law
enforcement officer by the Kansas Law Enforcement Training Commission. Certification must
be obtained before the employee is given permanent status. The employee must complete a
basic law enforcement training program recognized by the Kansas Law Enforcement Training
Commission and annual training as required by K.S.A. 74-5607a.
This class requires the use of a firearm for law enforcement
duties; therefore, to be eligible for appointment to a position in this class, candidates
cannot have been convicted of a felony or misdemeanor domestic violence crime as set forth
in 18 U.S.C. § 922 (d) (9) and (g) (9).
Positions in this class require that at the time of appointment
the selected candidate must take and pass a drug screening test approved by the Division
of Personnel Services.
REV: 12/95
REV: 11/96
REV: 07/98
REV: 10/98
REV: 12/98
REV: 02/00
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