Driver & Identification Service Center Consultant - Cedar Rapids

Driver & Identification Service Center Consultant - Cedar Rapids

Salary: $46,779.20 - $69,326.40 Annually

Location: Cedar Rapids - 52404 - Linn County, IA

Job Type: Full-time

Job Number: 26-00948

Agency: 645 Iowa Department of Transportation

Opening Date: 10/10/2025

Closing Date: 10/20/2025 11:59 PM Central

Point of Contact: Angela Benesh - Angela.Benesh@iowadot.us

Are you interested in leading a team focused on the excellence of a customer-driven environment? At the Iowa Department of Transportation, the focus of a Driver & Identification Service Center Consultant is ensuring safe mobility through professional customer service and team leadership. Every task and customer helped by you will contribute towards the Iowa DOT Mission of Making Lives Better Through Transportation and five CORE values: Safety First, People Matter, Customer Focused, Servant Leadership, and Integrity Without Exception.

Your role as a Consultant in our fast-paced, high-volume work environment will focus on a variety of tasks, both in the office and outside, through the following responsibilities:

• Assist supervisor with team responsibilities, coordination, and efficiency as needed
• Being a point of contact for customer questions and inquiries through answering phones, conducting driving tests, or issuing licenses and IDs
• Providing expert knowledge of driver's license eligibility, licensing requirements, and identification requirements based on the federal REAL ID standards and issuing license, or identification documents off of eligibility
• Administering and scoring motorcycle skills, car, truck, passenger, and CDL pre-trip, skills, and road driving examinations
• Reviewing State and Federal records and database information to determine issuance / non-issuance eligibility; conducting re-exams for re-issuance purposes (written, driving, or visual)
• Supporting teammates through knowledge sharing, training, mentoring, etc.

Work Conditions: When administering drive tests, you'll be exposed to all weather elements and driving skill levels for an extended period. Rain and winter clothing will be provided. Hours: Monday through Friday 8:00 AM to 4:30 PM; Occasional in-state travel will be expected along with reporting to various locations as needed.

As a State of Iowa employee, you will be eligible for the following benefits:

• Competitive pay and benefits package including health, dental, flexible spending, and life insurance
• Insurance benefits start the first month following 30 days of employment and costs can be reviewed here.
• Opportunities for professional growth and development.
• Paid time off effective immediately - biweekly vacation, separate sick leave, accruals rollover on a yearly basis, and 9 paid holidays per year.
• Iowa Public Employee Retirement System (IPERS) Retirement Package with employer match
• Optional 401A plan with employer contributions.
• Employee Discount Programs from a variety of vendors (vision, cellular, fitness, recreation, season passes, travel, counseling; legal, financial).

We encourage you to view more about the State of Iowa Employee benefits and costs at the State of Iowa Employee Benefits Website.

Special Requirements:

• Before Hire: Must possess and maintain a valid, unrestricted, except for corrective lenses, and driver's license (minimum of an operator's license) and must pass federal and local name-based and Fingerprint criminal history background checks.
• After Hire: Must obtain and maintain required American Association of Motor Vehicle Administrator certifications, must attend a Motorcycle Rider Education Safety course, and attend department training sessions as required. Training classes and time will be provided upon hiring.

NOTICE: This position is covered under the REAL ID Act of 2005, 49 U.S.C. § 30301 note, as further defined in 6 CFR Part 37. Any applicant selected for employment in this position must submit to and pass a background check of the form and content required by 6 CFR 37.45.

You have the freedom to flourish in Iowa – Apply now! The Iowa Department of Transportation is an equal-opportunity employer. If you require a reasonable accommodation in completing any screening, interviewing, pre-employment testing, or otherwise participating in the selection process, please direct your request to the Affirmative Action & Equal Employment Opportunity (AA/EEO) Officer at: aa-eeo@iowadot.us Reasonable accommodation such as interpreter, translator, written materials, modified equipment/devices, ADA access, etc. This does not include scheduling needs.

Minimum Qualification Requirements Applicants must meet at least one of the following minimum requirements to qualify for positions in this job classification:

• Graduation from an accredited four-year college or university.
• Four years of full-time work experience in public administration (e.g., public sector clerical or managerial work, program oversight, strategic planning, auditing, or law enforcement).
• A total of four years of education and/or full-time experience (as described in number two), where thirty semester hours of accredited college or university coursework in any field equals one year of full-time experience.
• Current, continuous experience in the state executive branch that includes experience equal to two years of full-time work within the Motor Vehicle Division of the Iowa Department of Transportation.

For additional information, please click on this link to view the job description.

Why Choose the State of Iowa? At the heart of our commitment to excellence is a dedication to our most valuable asset – our employees. Discover the outstanding benefits that set us apart as an employer of choice. Our Robust Benefits Package Includes:

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• Health and Wellness: Prioritize your well-being with our comprehensive health plans, including medical, dental, and vision coverage. Enjoy the peace of mind knowing that the State of Iowa covers 90% of the premiums, providing you and your loved ones with excellent coverage at a remarkably low cost.
• Retirement Planning: We are proud to offer the Iowa Public Employees Retirement System (IPERS). A defined benefit plan, IPERS benefits are guaranteed for life, meaning once you retire, you will receive the same monthly benefit for the remainder of your life (once vested). We invest in your long-term financial well-being, so you can retire with peace of mind.
• Paid Time Off: Life is unpredictable, and at the State of Iowa, we understand the importance of work-life balance. Our leave policies, including paid holidays, vacation, and sick leave with unlimited accrual, ensure you have the flexibility you need for personal and family matters.
• Professional Development: Elevate your career with continuous learning opportunities. We support your growth through training programs, workshops, and tuition reimbursement.
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP): We care about your well-being beyond the workplace. Access confidential counseling, resources, and support through our Employee Assistance Program.
• Diversity and Inclusion: Be part of a diverse and inclusive workplace that embraces all backgrounds and perspectives. We believe diversity is a strength that drives innovation.

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