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MVC Jobs in NJ

Find Motor Vehicle Commission jobs in New Jersey. View MVC Inspector, Customer Service Representative, and other positions at NJ MVC agencies.

Category: Transportation

Motor Vehicle Commission employees process licenses, registrations, and titles while ensuring road safety through vehicle inspections and customer service.

Typical Requirements

  • High school diploma for entry-level positions
  • Customer service experience helpful
  • Inspector positions require specialized training
  • Valid NJ driver's license

Career Progression

  • Motor Vehicle Clerk
  • → Motor Vehicle Representative
  • → Motor Vehicle Inspector
  • → Senior Motor Vehicle Inspector

Available MVC positions in New Jersey

New Jersey civil service has 55 mvc titles, paying from $38,641 at entry level to $179,046 at the top step. The 40 highest-paying are below; see all in search.

TitleSalary range
MANAGER 2 MOTOR VEHICLE COMMISSION$115,536 – $170,731
CHIEF OF INVESTIGATIONS NJ MOTOR VEHICLE COMMISSION$110,276 – $162,870
MANAGER 2 MOTOR VEHICLE COMMISSION$110,276 – $162,870
MANAGER 1 MOTOR VEHICLE COMMISSION$105,267 – $155,359
MANAGER 1 MOTOR VEHICLE COMMISSION$100,498 – $148,187
SUPERVISING INVESTIGATOR NJ MOTOR VEHICLE COMMISSION$95,955 – $141,386
COORDINATOR MVC$91,628 – $134,900
COORDINATOR MVC$87,507 – $128,719
INVESTIGATOR 2 NJ MOTOR VEHICLE COMMISSION$83,582 – $122,832
SUPERVISOR 2 MVC$79,844 – $117,228
COMPLIANCE OFFICER SUPERVISOR MVC$76,287 – $111,856
MANAGER 3 MOTOR VEHICLE COMMISSION$79,246 – $110,957
SUPERVISOR 2 MVC$72,896 – $106,798
COMPLIANCE OFFICER SUPERVISOR MVC$72,896 – $106,798
MANAGER 2 MOTOR VEHICLE COMMISSION$75,474 – $105,655
COMPLIANCE OFFICER 2 MVC$71,562 – $104,839
SUPERVISOR 1 MVC$69,668 – $101,951
CHIEF OF INVESTIGATIONS NJ MOTOR VEHICLE COMMISSION$71,879 – $100,638
MANAGER 2 MOTOR VEHICLE COMMISSION$71,879 – $100,638
COMPLIANCE OFFICER 2 MVC$68,393 – $100,082
COMPLIANCE OFFICER 2 MVC, COMMERCIAL BUS UNIT$68,393 – $100,082
COMPLIANCE OFFICER 2 MVC, COMMERCIAL BUS UNIT$68,393 – $100,082
MANAGER 1 MOTOR VEHICLE COMMISSION$68,455 – $95,846
COMPLIANCE OFFICER 1 MVC$65,374 – $95,570
COMPLIANCE OFFICER 1 MVC, COMMERCIAL BUS UNIT$65,374 – $95,570
SUPERVISOR 1 MVC$63,663 – $92,953
RECORDS TECHNICIAN 1, MOTOR VEHICLES$63,663 – $92,953
MANAGER 1 MOTOR VEHICLE COMMISSION$65,195 – $91,272
COMPLIANCE OFFICER 1 MVC$62,499 – $91,249
COMPLIANCE OFFICER 1 MVC, COMMERCIAL BUS UNIT$62,499 – $91,249
COMPLIANCE OFFICER APPRENTICE MVC$59,763 – $87,117
RECORDS TECHNICIAN 1, MOTOR VEHICLES$58,222 – $84,763
SENIOR TECHNICIAN MVC$58,222 – $84,763
SAFETY SPECIALIST 2, MVC$57,158 – $83,211
COMPLIANCE OFFICER APPRENTICE MVC$57,158 – $83,211
RECORDS TECHNICIAN 2, MOTOR VEHICLES$55,691 – $81,008
SENIOR TECHNICIAN MVC$53,282 – $77,371
RECORDS TECHNICIAN 3, MOTOR VEHICLES$50,990 – $73,902
RECORDS TECHNICIAN 2, MOTOR VEHICLES$50,990 – $73,902
SAFETY SPECIALIST 1 MVC$50,059 – $72,550

Which employers actually hire mvc titles

State payroll records show 3,915 people in these titles across 8 state agencies, concentrated at Motor Vehicle Commission. This is where the work exists today, not a list of current openings.

Local employers file their payroll separately and are not counted here, so county, municipal and school-district jobs in these titles are additional to the figures above.

About NJ Civil Service Employment

Working in NJ civil service means a published salary schedule rather than individual negotiation, state health benefits, PERS or PFRS pension credit, and civil service tenure once you complete probation. Entry is typically through a competitive exam and eligibility list, with promotional exams opening the next step up the ladder.

Positions may be available at state agencies, county governments, municipal governments, or school districts. Local government positions follow the same civil service rules as state positions and use the same job titles and specifications.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I become a Motor Vehicle Commission employee in New Jersey?

To work as a motor vehicle commission employee in NJ civil service, you typically need to: High school diploma for entry-level positions; Customer service experience helpful; Inspector positions require specialized training. Most positions require passing a civil service examination and placement on an eligibility list.

What is the salary range for MVC positions?

MVC salaries in NJ civil service range from $38,641 at entry level to $179,046 for senior positions. Actual salary depends on the specific title, experience, and step level.

Are MVC positions available at state and local level?

Availability varies by position. Use the job listings below to see jurisdiction-specific opportunities.

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