City Inspector Jobs in Hawaii (NOW HIRING)

Salary: $4,742.00 Monthly
Location : Oahu, HI
Job Type: Full-Time Permanent
Job Number: 242256
Department: Department of Customer Services
Division: Motor Vehicles, Licensing and Permits
Opening Date: 02/13/2026
Closing Date: Continuous
Position Information
Enforce Vehicle Standards and Keep Our Roads Safe!
The Department of Customer Services (CSD) is hiring four (4) Motor Vehicle Control Inspector Ipositions located at Kapahulu Reconstruction Station. These positions perform duties pertaining to the enforcement of rules, regulations and procedures governing common carrier companies and motor vehicle safety inspection stations in assigned areas.
What You Will Do

• Vehicle Compliance Inspections:

Inspect taxis, tours, tow/company vehicles, school buses, passenger/freight vehicles, and reconstructed vehicles for adherence to City and State safety laws; issue citations for violations.

• Complaint Investigations:

Investigates complaints on Periodic Motor Vehicle Inspection violations; recommend disciplinary actions and prepare appeal hearing documentation.

• Station Licensing & Oversight:

Manage licensing of safety inspection stations and adjustors; conduct unannounced inspections, review applications, administer exams, and perform covert surveillance on suspected violators.

• Safety Enforcement & Citation:

Enforce rules on carrier vehicles, taxicabs, and tour vehicles by inspecting safety equipment and verifying driver credentials; issue citations for infractions.
Enjoy excellent employment benefits including generous time off (up to 21 vacation days, 21 sick leave days, and holidays), comprehensive health coverage, retirement plan, career development, and much more! View details about all our available benefits by clicking on the "Benefits" tab at the top of this posting or visiting
Apply today and take the first step toward a lasting career!
Additional Job Information
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Minimum Qualification Requirements
At the time of application, you must be a citizen, national or permanent resident alien of the United States or a non-citizen eligible under federal law for unrestricted employment.
EDUCATION REQUIREMENT:
Equivalent to graduation from high school. Responsible work experience demonstrating the ability to perform the essential functions of the job may be substituted for education.
EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENT:
Two (2) years of experience in inspectional, investigative, instructional or repair work which shall have included ascertaining the overall mechanical, operating and safety condition of motor vehicles.
Applicable Skills Needed

• In-depth knowledge of traffic safety laws, passenger carrier regulations, and vehicle safety equipment
• Proficient in using motor vehicle safety test equipment and investigative inspection techniques
• Skilled at interpreting regulations and preparing clear, concise reports
• Strong communication skills for explaining rules and handling public interactions tactfully

LICENSE REQUIREMENT:
Possession of a valid appropriate driver's license (automobile/Type 3), prior to appointment.
SPECIAL REQUIREMENT:
Possession of a special police commission prior to completion of probation. During the probationary period, selectees shall be fingerprinted, photographed, and subject to a background investigation by the Honolulu Police Department (HPD).
Examination Process
If you qualify for the position, your name will be eligible for consideration for current vacancy/vacancies and future job openings with this job title. Screening will be based on the education, experience, and other job-related information provided in your application. Failure to provide sufficient information may result in your application being rejected or your receiving a lower rating. All information provided on an application is subject to verification. As applicable, false or misleading statements or omissions of material facts are grounds for disqualification and/or termination of employment with the City and County of Honolulu.
What are the benefits of being a City Employee?
-- Vacation: Employees may earn up to 21 days per year.
-- Sick Leave: Employees may earn up to 21 days per year.
-- Holidays: 13 days a year; 14 days during election years.
-- Training and Development: Computer, career, and personal enhancement courses are offered; curriculum designed for employee, supervisory, and management development.
-- Medical, Dental, Prescription Drug, and Vision Care: Various health insurance plans are available. Premiums are subsidized by the City and deductible from pre-tax income for participants of the Premium Conversion Plan (PCP).
-- Group Life Insurance: No cost for eligible employees.
-- Deferred Compensation Plan: Invest in your future...choose to defer part of your pre-tax income for retirement.
-- Retirement Plan: The Employees' Retirement System (ERS) of the State of Hawaii administers retirement benefits for State and County employees. Employee contribution required.
-- Commuter Choice Pre-Tax Benefits: Employees may designate certain transportation expenses (TheBus, LOTMA, Vanpool Hawaii, etc.) as a pre-tax item
-- Parking: Some job locations offer parking on-site; others may have access to parking at low monthly rates.
-- Direct Deposit: Direct deposit of paychecks to a designated financial institution is available.
-- Employee Assistance Program (EAP): Confidential, professional counseling and resource referral.
-- Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) Program: A federal program forgiving the balance of federal student loans for individuals working in public service. For program requirements and additional information, please visit:
To view additional information, please visit our page.
* All benefits as stated above, are subject to eligibility requirements and to legislative and/or negotiated changes. Individuals are responsible for any related fees or charges that may apply.
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APPLICATION GUIDELINES & INSTRUCTIONS
When applying for this position, please thoroughly complete the Education, Work Experience, and Supplemental Question sections of your application. The information provided in these sections, particularly the job-specific Supplemental Questions, will be used to determine whether you meet the qualification requirements for the job and your final score. Failure to provide detailed and complete information or submit any required documentation may result in your application being rejected or you receiving a lower score.
Please do not submit resumes in place of completing any of these sections.
List each work experience separately, do not combine jobs. For example, if you've held more than one position or job level(s) for the same employer, they should be listed and described separately so that the resulting changes in your duties and responsibilities are accurately reflected. If any part of your experience is unclear, you may be asked to provide a copy of your official job/position description (PD).
In general (unless otherwise specified on the job posting), the following criteria is utilized for evaluation of the Minimum Qualification Requirements:

• Substitute, temporary assignment, internship or volunteer experience requires an official letter of verification from your supervisor and/or Human Resources department. The letter should include the job title, employment dates, number of hours worked, a description of the duties performed, and a contact name and phone number.
• Concurrent or overlapping experiences and/or education will NOT be double credited.
• Professional experience refers to work that generally involves independent critical thinking, solving complex, non-routine problems, preparing reports, and interpreting and applying technical information.
• Most work experience as an intern will NOT be creditable as equivalent to professional experience.
• Calculation of experience will be based upon a full-time, 40-hour work week. Part-time experience will be pro-rated. Hours worked in excess of 40 hours/week will not be extra credited.
  
  1. Example: Twelve months of experience at 20 hours/week will be pro-rated to six months of experience.
     
  2. Example: Twelve months of experience at 60 hours/week will be credited as one year of experience, NOT one and a half years.
• All requirements for the position must be met at the time of application or by the closing date of the recruitment.

Possession of the required amount of experience will not in and of itself be accepted as proof of qualification for the position. The overall experience must be of such scope and responsibility as to conclusively demonstrate that you have the ability to perform the duties of the position.
Any information you submit is subject to verification. Supporting documents must be either electronically attached to your application or submitted to our office at: Department of Human Resources, 650 South King Street, 10th Floor, Honolulu, HI 96813. Documents should be identified by job title and recruitment number.
If you previously submitted education documents (e.g., transcripts, diploma, etc.) to our office, for most cases you are not required to resubmit them. Supporting documents with an expiration period (e.g., driver's license, Department of Transportation medical certificate, etc.) will need to be submitted with each application to verify possession of a current license or certificate at the time specified on the job posting.

• I certify that I have read and understand the above statements.

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RELEVANT EXPERIENCE
For each position you listed in the Work Experience section of your application that qualifies you for this position, describe in full detail your major duties. Provide examples as needed.
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LEVEL OF RESPONSIBILITY
For each position you listed in the Work Experience section of your application that qualifies you for this position, indicate whether you performed your work independently or under supervision, and if you supervised others. Provide examples as needed.
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INSPECTIONAL AND INVESTIGATIVE METHODS EXPERIENCE
For each position you listed in the Work Experience section of your application that qualifies you for this position, describe in full detail your experience in inspectional, investigative, instructional and/or repair work. Provide examples as needed.
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KNOWLEDGE OF MOTOR VEHICLE SAFETY
For each position you listed in the Work Experience section of your application that qualifies you for this position, describe in full detail your experience in determining the overall mechanical, operating and safety condition of motor vehicles. Provide examples as needed.
Required Question