DEPT OF TRANSPORTATION

MVD Support Services

1801 W. Jefferson 

Phoenix, AZ 85007

Salary: $40,207.02 

Grade: 17

Closing Date: 03/16/2026

Subject matter expert (SME) responsible for providing highly technical and specialized instruction in the driver license (DL) and title and registration (T&R) processes and procedures on complex cases, including the Problem Driver Pointer System (PDPS), National Motor Vehicle Title Information System (NMVTIS), Commercial Driver License Information System (CDLIS) and the State Pointer Exchange System (SPEXS), Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA); and carrying out tasks that require considerable judgment. Confers with customers, provide specialized instruction and guidance to applicants requiring further driving, medical or psychological tests to conclude eligibility for commercial and/or class D driver licenses. Exercises discretion to determine eligibility for Intrastate Waivers for commercial licenses.

This position may offer the ability to work remotely, within Arizona, based upon the department's business needs and continual meeting of expected performance measures.

The State of Arizona strives for a work culture that affords employees flexibility, autonomy, and trust. Across our many agencies, boards, and commissions, many State employees participate in the State’s Remote Work Program and are able to work remotely in their homes, in offices, and in hoteling spaces. All work, including remote work, should be performed within Arizona unless an exception is properly authorized in advance.

As the SME, answer a high volume of complex inquiries; review, research, advise, interpret, update, consult, collaborate, counsel, guide and resolve problems relative to DL and T&R records, including the PDPS, NMVTIS, CDLIS, SPEXS, and the FMCSA regulations for medical documentation to determine compliance, and eligibility for Intrastate Waivers for commercial drivers. Take appropriate licensing actions based upon review of documentation presented. Accept or reject applications and refer applicant to medical professionals if necessary. Refer to federal and state laws, rules and regulations when determining eligibility.

Provide specialized requirement instructions to applicants. Input data into the system for licensing actions; this includes creating and updating records. Research and resolve complex customer complaints.

Attend meetings, review, update and create reports relating to Medical Review, PDPS, NMVTIS, CDLIS, and SPEXS to determine if suspension, revocation, disqualification and/or cancellation of license is required as well as verifying if a driver pointer will need to be added, pulled or deleted. Work with other state jurisdictions to resolve all driver pointer issues.

Knowledge of:
• A.R.S. Titles 13, 28, 41 and the FMCSA Rules and Regulations.
• Transportation Laws of Arizona.
• MVD policies and procedures.
• NMVTIS, CDLIS, PDPS, SPEXS, and MVD organization.
• Applicable MVD software, databases, screens and codes.
• Google Workspace.
• Mental and physical conditions, statistical analysis, principles and practices of medical and surgical service, pharmacology, medical terminology, and community health resources.
• Occupational health and safety regulations and the Americans with Disabilities Act guidelines.

Skills in:
• Research, investigations, and interviewing.
• Proficient in verbal and written communication and computer.
• Reading records and resolving complex issues under stressful conditions with customer records or policy interpretation.
• Professional and interpersonal relations.
• Interacting with and assisting customers.
• Active listening.
• Analytical skills to resolve problems that may arise.

Ability to:
• Understand and apply A.R.S. Titles 13, 28, 41 and FMCSA Rules and Regulations.
• Learn and interpret CDLIS, PDPS, NMVTIS, SPEXS, policies and procedures and MVD organization.
• Effectively communicate with internal and external customers on the policies and procedures that pertain to customer records.
• Determine propriety of medical and surgical services, interpreting pharmacology and medical terminologies and identifying community health resources.
• Assess mental and physical conditions to ascertain the ability to operate a motor vehicle.

Knowledge and/or experience on reviewing, research and analyze MVD reports that pertain A.R.S Titles 13, 28, 41 and FMCSA. Two years of MVD customer service experience in a regulatory or public service environment which includes responding to customers regarding rules, regulations, policies and procedures. Two years in administrative work.

Valid Arizona driver's license. Fingerprint clearance required.

If this position requires driving or the use of a vehicle as an essential function of the job, then the following requirements apply. Any employee operating a motor vehicle on State business must possess and retain a current, valid class-appropriate driver’s license, complete all required training, and successfully pass all necessary driver’s license record checks. The license must be current, unexpired, and neither revoked nor suspended. Employees who drive on state business are subject to driver’s license record checks, must maintain acceptable driving records, and must complete all required driver training. An employee who operates a personally owned vehicle on state business shall maintain the statutorily required liability insurance (see Arizona Administrative Code (A.A.C.) R2-10-207.11).

All newly hired State employees are subject to and must successfully complete the Electronic Employment Eligibility Verification Program (E-Verify).

The Arizona Department of Administration offers a comprehensive benefits package to include:
• Sick leave
• Vacation with 10 paid holidays per year
• Paid Parental Leave-Up to 12 weeks per year paid leave for newborn or newly-placed foster/adopted child (pilot program).
• Health and dental insurance
• Retirement plan
• Life insurance and long-term disability insurance
• Optional employee benefits include short-term disability insurance, deferred compensation plans, and supplemental life insurance

By providing the option of a full-time or part-time remote work schedule, employees enjoy improved work/life balance, report higher job satisfaction, and are more productive. Remote work is a management option and not an employee entitlement or right. An agency may terminate a remote work agreement at its discretion.

Learn more about the Paid Parental Leave program here. For a complete list of benefits provided by The State of Arizona, please visit our benefits page

Mandatory participation in the Arizona Retirement System (ASRS) is required.

For questions about this career opportunity, please contact ADOT Human Resources Recruitment via email at srecruitment@azdot.gov or phone call at (602) 712-8188 option 2.

The State of Arizona is an Equal Opportunity/Reasonable Accommodation Employer. Persons with a disability may request a reasonable accommodation such as a sign language interpreter or an alternative format by calling (602) 712-8188 option 3. Requests should be made as early as possible to allow sufficient time to arrange the accommodation. ADOT is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer.