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Hiring Agency:

Public Service Commission - Agency 14

Location:

Lincoln, NE

Hiring Rate:

$28.846

Job Posting:

JR2025-00019400 Investigator (Open)

Applications No Longer Accepted On (If no date is displayed, job is posted as open until closed):

10-31-2025

Job Description:

The Nebraska Public Service Commission is an agency of thoughtful professionals committed to advocating for the public we serve and industries we regulate. Created in 1885, the Commission regulates several public industries, including transportation. We seek a dedicated, self-motivated law enforcement officer to join our Transportation department and help promote, encourage, and ensure safe, dependable, and responsive for-hire motor transportation services across the state.

Click the Benefits tab to view the excellent benefit package including 13 paid holidays, 12 days of vacation, and 12 sick days per year and 156% matching retirement contribution.

 

Examples of Work:

• Enforce statutes, Commission rules and orders pertaining to Passenger Carriers, Transportation Network Companies, and Household Goods Movers and investigate alleged violations.
• Conduct safety inspections of motor vehicles used in the provision of for-hire transportation services.
• Conduct taxicab inspections, including the inspection, testing, and sealing of taximeters.
• Explain rules and policies to new, existing, and/or potential motor carriers.
• Issue criminal citations and prepare reports for state court cases.
• Investigative and resolve complaints filed by the public and industry, including investigative interviewing, case management, and drafting detailed investigative reports outlining recommendations for action.
• Complete and submit reports and maintain records.
• Deliver subpoenas and other legal documents for the Commission.
• Provide witness testimony at administrative hearings at the Commission concerning investigative actions conducted.
• Other duties as assigned.

Hiring Rate: $60,000- $67,500 per year, salary is negotiable commensurate with qualifications

Schedule:  8:00 am – 5:00 pm, Monday - Friday

Requirements / Qualifications:

Minimum Qualifications: MUST currently hold Nebraska Law Enforcement Certification in good standing and eligible for appointment as a Special State Deputy Sheriff; at least two (2) years previous experience in the field of law enforcement and/or motor carrier operations.

Preferred Qualifications: One-year experience with Microsoft Office; previous experience in compliance investigatory practice within a state agency.

Other: Valid Nebraska driver’s license and successfully complete the State of Nebraska defensive driving program necessary for the use of state vehicles upon employment. Ability to travel throughout the state. Some travel requiring overnight lodging.

 

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

Knowledge of: Departmental rules and regulations relating to motor carriers; state and federal statutes governing motor carriers; laws and practices related to law enforcement and the scope and impact of criminal and civil investigations.

Skill to: Pass and maintain firearms certification as required by law. A successful candidate will possess skills in time management and prioritize workload to meet deadlines.

Ability to: Present information and train industry personnel regarding licensing and/or required forms; prepare detailed and factual investigative reports; collect, organize and present testimony during court and/or administrative hearings; use independent judgment in determining if a violation exists or if motor carriers are performing within the scope of the law; demonstrate good judgment and have excellent written and verbal communication skills. Effectively communicate with the community, industry, and coworkers.

 

Benefits

We offer a comprehensive package of pay, benefits, paid time off, retirement and professional development opportunities to help you get the most out of your career and life. Your paycheck is just part of your total compensation.

Check out all that the State of Nebraska has to offer! Benefit eligibility may vary by position, agency and employment status. For more information on benefits, please visit: https://statejobs.nebraska.gov/index.html#benefits

Equal Opportunity Statement

The State of Nebraska values our teammates as well as a supportive environment that strives to promote diversity, inclusion, and belonging. We recruit, hire, train, and promote in all job classifications and at all levels without regard to race, color, religion, sex. age, national origin, disability, marital status or genetics.

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