Motor Carrier New Entrant Inspector Auditor - Transp Prog Specialist 2

Job Details Working Title: Motor Carrier New Entrant Inspector Auditor Job Class: Transportation Program Specialist 2 Agency: Transportation Dept Job ID : 98241 Location : Various Telework Eligible : Yes Full/Part Time : Full-Time Regular/Temporary : Unlimited Who May Apply : Open to all qualified job seekers Date Posted : 11/06/2026 Closing Date : 11/13/2026 Hiring Agency/Seniority Unit : Transportation Dept / Transportation-MAPE Division/Unit : SUSTAIN PLAN & PR MGMT DIV / Comm Vehicle Federal Programs Work Shift/Work Hours : Days Days of Work : Monday - Friday Travel Required : Occassional Salary Range: $26.89 - $39.22 / hourly; $56,146 - $81,891 / annually Classified Status : Classified Bargaining Unit/Union : 214 - MN Assoc of Professional Empl/MAPE FLSA Status : Nonexempt Designated in Connect 700 Program for Applicants with Disabilities: Yes The work you'll do is more than just a job. At the State of Minnesota, employees play a critical role in developing policies, providing essential services, and working to improve the well-being and quality of life for all Minnesotans. The State of Minnesota is committed to equity and inclusion, and invests in employees by providing benefits, support resources, and training and development opportunities. Job Summary Filling three positions. These positions are located at Central Office/St. Paul or CO Golden Valley and may have the flexibility to telework, work a hybrid schedule, or work in the office. The incumbent will be required to make a telework arrangement with their supervisor. The incumbent will be expected to work in the office as determined by policy and discussion with their supervisor. These positions perform federal New Entrant Safety Audits (NESAs) transportation program activities (plan, coordinate, and conduct on-site and off-site audits) on new interstate motor carriers to assess and enforce compliance, and educate carriers on federal and state and statutes, laws, rules, and regulations. This position must independently plan and perform inspections of commercial motor vehicles and New Entrant Safety Audits to maintain annual certification requirements. Additionally, this position exists to provide On-the-Job (OJT) training to Transportations Programs Specialist 1 (TPS 1) seeking initial NAS and NESA certification to ensure carrier compliance and continuity of the program. MnDOT does not sponsor applicants for visas or Optional Practical Exam for STEM Students. Individuals must be legally authorized to work in the US at the start of employment. Qualifications Minimum Qualifications Two years of professional level work experience in the areas noted below OR Three years of technical experience in the areas noted below: Currently hold certifications for North American Standard (NAS) Part A and North American Standard Part B to determine carrier compliance during a Level I commercial motor vehicle roadside inspection; Experience with federal and state motor carrier statutes, laws, rules, and regulations involved in motor carrier regulation sufficient to audit and consult on; Experience with NAS motor vehicle inspection processes (examples: safety procedures, required motor carrier equipment, standards for equipment and mechanical components, and deficiency reporting); Experience gathering data, researching and reporting on data; Valid driver’s license. Additional Requirements REFERENCE/BACKGROUND CHECKS: **Successful candidate must pass past-employer reference checks and criminal history check** It is our policy that all candidates submit to a background investigation prior to employment. The background check may consist of the following components: SEMA4 Records Check Criminal History Check Employment Reference Check Education/License Verification Drug testing (if needed) Application Details How to Apply Select “Apply for Job” at the top of this page. If you have questions about applying for jobs, contact the Careers Help Desk at 651-259-3637 or email c…

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