Title: DMV Motorcycle Safety Specialist 01889

State Role Title: Prog Admin Specialist II

Hiring Range: $65,200 - $75,000

Pay Band: 5

Agency: Department of Motor Vehicles

Location: RI TRAFFIC SAFETY

Agency Website: www.dmv.virginia.gov

Recruitment Type: General Public - G

Job Duties

About the Position:
The Virginia Department of Motor Vehicles (DMV) seeks a highly qualified Motorcycle Safety Specialist to lead statewide initiatives to improve motorcycle safety and rider education. This critical role ensures compliance with state and federal guidelines, including NHTSA standards, and oversees motorcycle safety training programs' quality, performance, and effectiveness across the Commonwealth.

Key Responsibilities:

• Oversee the administration, compliance, and strategic direction of the Virginia Motorcycle Safety Program.
• Ensure adherence to state and federal traffic safety regulations, including NHTSA guidelines and MSF curriculum standards.
• Conduct site inspections, audits, and evaluations of training sites to ensure program compliance and effectiveness.
• Analyze performance data, identify trends, and develop recommendations to enhance program outcomes.
• Develop and maintain quality assurance protocols, performance metrics, and reporting systems.
• Lead grant management activities, including budgeting, documentation, and federal reporting compliance.
• Collaborate with stakeholders, including contractors, vendors, federal agencies, and internal departments.
• Represent the DMV in public forums, safety events, and outreach initiatives to promote motorcycle safety awareness.
• Manage program materials, digital content, and training documentation using data management and content systems.
• Facilitate program updates to align with evolving safety priorities and stakeholder needs.

As a key member of our Highway Safety team, the ideal candidate will bring a deep understanding of traffic safety laws, program evaluation techniques, and adult education methodologies. This is an exciting opportunity for a proactive, detail-oriented leader with strong communication and analytical skills to make a measurable impact on public safety.

Minimum Qualifications

• Comprehensive knowledge of state and federal traffic safety laws, regulations, and initiatives, including NHTSA guidelines.
• Comprehensive understanding of quality assurance principles, methodologies, and best practices for program compliance and performance monitoring.
• Extensive knowledge of Motorcycle Safety Foundation (MSF) programs, including curriculum development and adult learning principles.
• Strong understanding of DMV policies, processes, and motorcycle safety regulations.
• Advanced communication skills for engaging diverse stakeholders through verbal and written reporting.
• Proficiency in data analysis, interpretation, and visualization to identify trends and inform strategic decisions.
• Strong problem-solving skills to address operational challenges and recommend innovative solutions.
• Adaptability to evolving program priorities, standards, and stakeholder needs.
• Proficiency in MS Office, data management systems, and website content management tools.
• Excellent organizational skills to manage records, program materials, and multiple projects simultaneously.
• Ability to perform site inspections, document findings, and implement corrective measures for compliance.
• Attention to detail, maintaining program documentation, reporting accuracy, and confidentiality.
• Effective decision-making and negotiation skills to resolve issues under pressure and build consensus.
• Must possess a valid driver's license with M or M2 endorsement and a driving record that reflects responsibility and adherence to highway safety standards with no more than six demerit points.
• Must obtain RiderCoach Certification within one year of the start of employment.
  

Additional Considerations

• Advanced knowledge of NHTSA reporting requirements, safety initiatives, and performance metrics.
• Advanced data analysis and program evaluation capabilities, including risk assessments and performance metric creation.
• Proficiency in managing grant compliance, budgeting, and reporting tools.
• Experience conducting safety program audits, reviews, and aligning operational practices with grant requirements.
• Expertise in managing contractor, vendor relationships, and external communications.
• Experience collaborating with federal agencies to align state programs with national safety goals.
• Strong public speaking and stakeholder engagement skills for program outreach and training facilitation.
• Knowledge of state and federal highway safety initiatives, licensing processes, and regulatory compliance requirements
• RiderCoach Certification

Special Instructions

You will be provided a confirmation of receipt when your application and/or résumé is submitted successfully. Please refer to “Your Application” in your account to check the status of your application for this position.

Selected candidate(s) must complete the I-9 Employment Eligibility Verification Form. DMV participates in E-Verify.

All applicants for employment must consent to a background check. Selected candidates must consent to a fingerprint-based criminal history check, driver record check, and background investigation, if applicable.

As a condition of employment, the DMV will be alerted of any convictions for moving violations, including license suspension.

Submission of an online application is required. DMV does not accept applications, resumes, cover letters, etc., in any other format. When applying for jobs, please ensure your online application or resume is complete with duties and skills associated with your work experience and years of experience to properly assess your skills in the screening process. Candidates are evaluated based on information provided in the application materials. Missing information cannot be assumed.

Contact Information

Name: DMV Employment

Phone: (804) 367-0528

Email: employment@dmv.virginia.gov

In support of the Commonwealth’s commitment to inclusion, we encourage individuals with disabilities to apply through the Commonwealth Alternative Hiring Process. To be considered for this opportunity, applicants will need to provide their AHP Letter (formerly COD) provided by the Department for Aging & Rehabilitative Services (DARS) or the Department for the Blind & Vision Impaired (DBVI). Service-Connected Veterans are encouraged to answer Veteran status questions and submit their disability documentation, if applicable, to DARS/DBVI to get their AHP Letter. Requesting an AHP Letter can be found at AHP Letter or by calling DARS at 800-552-5019.

Note: Applicants who received a Certificate of Disability from DARS or DBVI dated between April 1, 2022, and February 29, 2024, can still use that COD as applicable documentation for the Alternative Hiring Process.