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License Clerks - 43-4031.03

O*NET-SOC Description

Issue licenses or permits to qualified applicants. Obtain necessary information, record data, advise applicants on requirements, collect fees, and issue licenses. May conduct oral, written, visual, or performance testing.

Sample of Reported Job Titles

  • Clerk
  • License Clerk
  • Program Technician
  • Administrative Specialist
  • Dealer Support Technician
  • Motor Vehicle Field Representative
  • Motor Vehicle Representative
  • Licensing Services Clerk
  • Motor Vehicle License Clerk
  • Licensing Specialist

SOC Occupation Groups

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Tasks

  • Answer questions or provide advice to the public regarding licensing policies, procedures, or regulations.
  • Assemble photographs with printed license information to produce completed documents.
  • Code information on license applications for entry into computers.
  • Collect prescribed fees for licenses.
  • Conduct and score oral, visual, written, or performance tests to determine applicant qualifications and notify applicants of their scores.
  • Enforce canine licensing regulations, contacting noncompliant owners in person or by mail to inform them of the required regulations and potential enforcement actions.
  • Evaluate information on applications to verify completeness and accuracy and to determine whether applicants are qualified to obtain desired licenses.
  • Inform customers by mail or telephone of additional steps they need to take to obtain licenses.
  • Instruct customers in the completion of driver's license application forms or other forms, such as voter registration cards or organ donor forms.
  • Maintain records of applications made or licensing fees collected.
  • Operate specialized photographic equipment to obtain photographs for drivers' licenses or photo identification cards.
  • Perform record checks on past or current licensees, as required by investigations.
  • Perform routine data entry or other office support activities, including creating, sorting, photocopying, distributing, or filing documents.
  • Prepare bank deposits and take deposits to banks.
  • Prepare lists of overdue accounts, license suspensions, or issuances.
  • Question applicants to obtain required information, such as name, address, or age, and record data on prescribed forms.
  • Respond to correspondence from insurance companies regarding the licensure of agents, brokers, or adjusters.
  • Send by mail driver's licenses to out-of-county or out-of-state applicants.
  • Stock counters with adequate supplies of forms, film, licenses, or other required materials.
  • Train other workers or coordinate their work, as necessary.
  • Update operational records or licensing information, using computer terminals.

Detailed Work Activities

  • administer tests to determine qualifications
  • collect fees
  • evaluate applicant qualifications for licensure
  • fill out business or government forms
  • interview customers
  • issue licenses or permits
  • maintain appointment calendar
  • maintain inventory of office forms
  • maintain records, reports, or files
  • maintain telephone logs
  • obtain information from individuals
  • provide customer service
  • take messages
  • use computers to enter, access or retrieve data
  • write business correspondence

Military Crosswalk Titles

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Apprenticeship Crosswalk Titles

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DOT Crosswalk Titles

  • Dog Licenser
  • License Clerk
  • Supervisor, Dog License Officer