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BMV CDL Programs Clerk

State of Indiana

Indianapolis, INFull-time$34K/yrPosted 5 days agoSeen in employer's feed today

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Compensation
$34K/yr
Location
Indianapolis, IN
Schedule
Full-time
Work Authorization
Not specified

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Job overview

The CDL Programs Clerk supports the Program Director of CDL Programs in meeting agency performance metrics and ensuring compliance with BMV policies and procedures. The role helps implement process improvements focused on efficiency and conflict resolution, and involves the Commercial Driver’s License Program, SPEXS, CDLIS, and PDPS. It is an onsite position at the BMV Central Office in Indianapolis.

Skills & qualifications

RequiredNice to have

Skills

Customer Service, nice to haveBusiness Software, requiredBMV STARS Applications, nice to haveMotor Vehicle Laws, nice to haveVerbal Communication, nice to haveWritten Communication, nice to haveAttention to Detail, nice to haveMultitasking, nice to haveTime Management, nice to have

Qualifications

High School Diploma or Equivalent, required1 Year Work Experience, required

Benefits

Medical Insurance
Vision Insurance
Dental Insurance
401(k) Match
Paid Time Off
Parental Leave
Tuition Assistance

Full job description

BMV CDL Programs Clerk

Date Posted: Nov 5, 2026

Requisition ID: 486595

Location:

Indianapolis, IN, US, 46204

Work for Indiana

Begin a fulfilling career with the State of Indiana by joining one of the largest employers in the state, offering a range of opportunities across 60+ agencies. At the state, you'll find competitive compensation, a robust benefits package and a commitment to work-life balance. Most importantly, you'll have the chance to make a real and measurable impact on the lives of Hoosiers across Indiana.

About the Bureau of Motor Vehicles (BMV):

The Bureau of Motor Vehicles delivers exceptional, customer focused services built on choice, innovation, and genuine care. We strive to be a trusted partner to every Hoosier by investing in our people, fostering growth, and developing future leaders who drive excellence and a strong culture of service.

Role Overview:

The CDL Programs Clerk supports Program Director of CDL Programs in meeting agency performance metrics and ensuring compliance with BMV policies and procedures. You will help implement process improvements across the Division with a focus on efficiency and conflict resolution. This work specifically involves the Commercial Driver’s License Program, State Pointer System (SPEXS), Commercial Driver License Information System (CDLIS) and Problem Driver Pointer System (PDPS).

This is an onsite position in the BMV Central Office at the Indiana Government Center in Indianapolis, Indiana.

Salary:

The salary for this position traditionally starts at $34,222.50 but may be commensurate with education and work experience. Use our Compensation Calculator (https://in.accessgov.com/spd/Forms/Page/spd/compensation-calculator/0) to view the total compensation package.

A Day in the Life:

The essential functions of this role are:

  • Provide customer service to internal and external customers with as much respect, expediency, thoroughness and accuracy possible.

  • Investigate inquiries from internal and external customers including:

  • Contact Center

  • Branch Support

  • Legal Division

  • External Affairs

  • Branch Operations

  • Record Management

  • Document Management

  • Legislative Liaison

  • Law Enforcement

  • Indiana/out-of-state courts/motor vehicle agencies

  • Public

  • Assist in identifying, reporting and testing of various databases checking for defects or suggesting enhancements affecting the application of documents within the CDL Department, reporting any issues to the Program Director.

  • Ensure the confidentiality and security of all customer records properly be concealed at all times to avoid negative impact on customers and the agency.

  • Meet and maintain departmental quota.

The job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities that are required of the employee. Other duties, responsibilities, and activities may change or be assigned any time.

What You'll Need for Success:

Individuals in this role should minimally be able to articulate or demonstrate the following:

  • Minimum Education - High Diploma or equivalent and a minimum of 1 year work experience.

  • Extensive knowledge of business-related software including but not limited to Word, Excel, Access, PowerPoint, Outlook, etc.

  • Ability to rapidly gain competency with the BMV STARS applications as well as Federal and State Statutes and Regulations pertaining to motor vehicle laws.

  • Strong verbal and written communication skills.

  • Detailed orientated.

  • Ability to multitask.

  • Strong time management skills.

  • Able to perform essential functions with or without reasonable accommodation.

A degree is not required. However, at least 1 year of experience applying the outlined knowledge, skills, and abilities in a similar role may be considered.

Benefits of Employment with the State of Indiana:

The State of Indiana offers a comprehensive benefits package for full-time employees that includes:

  • Three (3) medical plan options (including RX coverage) as well as vision and dental plans

  • Wellness Rewards Program: Complete wellness activities to earn gift card rewards

  • Health savings account, which includes bi-weekly state contribution

  • Deferred compensation 457(b) account (similar to 401(k) plan) with employer match

  • Two (2) fully-funded pension plan options

  • A robust, comprehensive program of leave policies covering a variety of employee needs, including but not limited to:

  • 150 hours of paid New Parent Leave and up to eight weeks of paid Childbirth Recovery Leave for eligible mothers

  • Up to 15 hours of paid community service leave

  • Combined 180 hours of paid vacation, personal, and sick leave time off

  • 12 paid holidays, 14 in election years

  • Education Reimbursement Program

  • Group life insurance

  • Referral Bonus program

  • Employee assistance program that allows for covered behavioral health visits

  • Qualified employer for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program

  • Free Parking for most positions

  • Free LinkedIn Learning access

Equal Employment Opportunity:

The State of Indiana is an Equal Opportunity Employer and is committed to recruiting, selecting, developing, and promoting employees based on individual ability and job performance. Reasonable accommodations may be available to enable individuals with disabilities to complete the application and interview process as well as perform the essential functions of a role. If you require reasonable accommodations to complete this application, you can request assistance by contacting the Indiana State Personnel Department at [email protected].

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How this job compares

Set against the 321 open Clerk jobs on Olive Jobs, counted November 10, 2026.

Pay
  • This posting$34K/yr
  • US median$41–48K/yr28 salary ranges

This rate, $34K, is 24% below the US median midpoint ($45K) — in the lowest quarter of Clerk salary ranges across the US.

Openings
Olive Jobs lists 24 open Clerk jobs in Indiana and 321 across the US. None of them nationwide are listed as remote or flexible.
Hiring the most in Indiana
Experience
This posting asks for at least 1 year of experience; Clerk postings that state a minimum ask for 1 year at the median (75 postings).
Education
This posting asks for a high school diploma; 83 of the 321 open Clerk jobs (26%) ask for a high school diploma or higher.

Counted across the open, public US postings on Olive Jobs on November 10, 2026. Pay medians are the middle values of the low ends and of the high ends of postings that list both ends of a range in the same cadence (a yearly salary or an hourly rate); a range's midpoint is halfway between its ends. Pay and experience figures resting on fewer than 20 postings are left out.

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