Chief Transportation Inspector

Announcement Number: 2111114328


JOE LOMBARDO
Governor
STATE OF NEVADA KRISTOPHER SANCHEZ
Director B&I
VAUGHN HARTUNG
Chairman
DAWN GIBBONS
Commissioner
R. DAVID GROOVER
Commissioner

DEPARTMENT OF BUSINESS AND INDUSTRY
NEVADA TRANSPORTATION AUTHORITY
Las Vegas: 3300 West Sahara Avenue, Suite 200, Las Vegas, Nevada 89102 (702) 486-3303
• Fax (702) 486-2590
Reno: 1755 East Plumb Lane, Suite 229, Reno, Nevada 89502 (775) 687-9790
• Fax (775) 688-2802
Website: nta.nv.gov

Unclassified Job Announcement
Posted - March 19, 2025
CHIEF TRANSPORTATION INSPECTOR
Recruitment:
The Nevada Transportation Authority ("Authority") is seeking qualified applicants for the position
of Chief Transportation Inspector ("Chief Enforcement Investigator"). This is an unclassified, at
will, full-time exempt position within Nevada State government. This is an open competitive
recruitment, open to all qualified applicants, appointed by and serving at the pleasure of the Deputy
Commissioner.
AGENCY RESPONSIBILITIES:
The Nevada Transportation Authority (NTA) administers and enforces state laws pertaining to
passenger transportation, household goods movers, storage of household goods, and tow cars. The
NTA has been charged with the responsibility of providing fair and impartial regulation to promote
safe, adequate, economical, and efficient service, and to foster sound economic conditions in motor
transportation. The NTA encourages the establishment and maintenance of reasonable charges for
intrastate transportation by fully regulated carriers and non-consent towing services. The NTA also
has responsibility for the taxicab industry throughout the State except in Clark County. Statutory
Authority: NRS 706, NRS 706A, NRS 706B and NRS 712.
POSITION DESCRIPTION:
Under the direction of the Deputy Commissioner, the Chief Transportation Inspector is responsible
for managing statewide functions, including:
- Working with public officials and law enforcement at the national, state, and local levels
to maintain a comprehensive compliance and enforcement program.
- Monitoring compliance, investigating, and enforcing violations of state and federal laws
and regulations relative to motor carriers regulated by the NTA.
- Developing, implementing, monitoring, and maintaining enforcement and compliance
objectives, priorities, policies, and procedures.
- Supervising and coordinating the activities of the Enforcement and Compliance units to
meet agency goals and objectives. Responsible for investigative, law enforcement and
program-related activities of investigative staff.
- Coordinating and recording POST training for sworn investigators and ensuring annual
POST re-certification of all investigators.
- Reviewing and making recommendations for the Enforcement Procedure manual.
- Reviewing and updating Essential Functions and Performance Standards for positions to
ensure job description accurately reflects the current responsibilities and skill requirements
needed to perform the positions effectively.
- Creating and updating the training manual.
- Maintaining statistics and tracking investigations, citations, backgrounds of applicants,
operational inspections, and all other enforcement activities for the Chairman.
- Develop a strategic plan to ensure the safety of the riding public while at the same time
decreasing illegal transportation throughout the State of Nevada. Regularly monitor
enforcement's progress and refine strategies to ensure alignment with the key objectives
outlined in the strategic plan. Conduct regular evaluations to measure effectiveness and
implement necessary adjustments, maintaining focus on achieving the overarching goals
set forth in the organization's long-term vision.
- Overseeing the vehicle maintenance program and smog testing.
- Acting as Safety Coordinator for the agency and advising the Safety Committee on related
topics and regulations. Maintains safety records for OSHA and compiles the yearly report
to Nevada's Risk Management. Develops, updates, and maintains program plans for the
agency e.g., safety plan, evacuation plan, fire prevention plan, etc. Conducts all accident
and injury investigations.
- Conducts oral boards and oversees background investigations for new hire investigators
and promotions.
- Occasional travel to Northern Nevada offices.

TO QUALIFY:
- Three or more years of increasing responsibility in law enforcement with management
level experience.
- Must meet current Category 2 or higher Peace Officer Standards & Training (P.O.S.T.)
requirements as established in the Nevada Revised Statutes and Nevada Administrative
Code.
- A quarterly qualifying score of 70 or better with a firearm will be required.
- Pursuant to NRS 284.4066, this position has been identified as affecting public safety.
Persons offered employment in this position must submit to a pre-employment screening
for controlled substances.
- A valid driver's license is required at the time of appointment and as a condition of
continued employment.
- A pre-employment criminal history check and fingerprinting are required. Persons offered
employment in this position will be required to pay for these items.
- Provide an example of a strategic plan that would benefit the safety of the riding public
and reduce illegal transportation throughout the State of Nevada.

Skills Required: Must be able to work independently with minimal supervision as well as in a team
environment in collaboration with Commissioners, Deputy Commissioner, agency managers, and
other staff members. Must be able to objectively engage in work procedures, products, and
processes. Must have excellent oral and written communication skills and possess a high degree of
organizational professionalism and leadership abilities. Must be able to direct, mentor and motivate
personnel; research, analyze, produce, review, and edit work product; compile and summarize
information in periodic or special reports related to assignments; and contribute effectively to the
successful accomplishment of Authority goals, objectives, and activities. May be expected to
perform additional job- related duties and develop additional specific job-related knowledge and
skills as required.
APPROXIMATE ANNUAL SALARY AND Benefits:
Up to $131,718.00 USD. *Salary range reflects retirement (PERS) contributions by both the
employee and employer. An employer paid contribution plan is also available with a reduced gross
salary. The State benefits package includes a retirement system, paid health, vision, dental, life and
disability insurance, 12 paid holidays, and paid sick and annual leave. Other employee paid benefits such
as deferred compensation plans are available.
Position Location: Las Vegas, Nevada

APPLICATIONS WILL BE ACCEPTED UNTIL THE POSITION IS FILLED.

TO APPLY, SUBMIT:
1. Cover Letter
2. Resume
3. P.O.S.T. Certificate
4. Professional References (minimum three)
5. Provide an example of a strategic plan that would benefit the safety of the riding public and reduce
illegal transportation throughout the State of Nevada.

Submit resume and required information to:
Department of Business and Industry
c/o Sandy Nunnelee
1830 E. College Parkway
Carson City, NV 89701
SNunnelee@business.nv.gov
Subject: Chief Transportation Inspector

Failure to provide the resume with all the required information listed above will deem the
application incomplete. Resumes will be accepted on a first come, first served basis. Hiring may
occur at any time during the recruitment process. Resumes must include a detailed description
of employment history to include names and addresses of employers, reasons for leaving and
scope of responsibility.

The State of Nevada is an equal opportunity employer dedicated to building diverse, inclusive, and
innovative work environments with employees who reflect our communities and enthusiastically
serve them. All applicants are considered without regard to race, color, national origin, religion
or belief, age, disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy,
domestic partnership, genetic information (GINA), or compensation and/or wages.

Closing Date/Time: Until recruitment needs are satisfied

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