| Location | WA |
| Salary | $73,848–$99,228 Per Year |
COMMERCIAL VEHICLE ENFORCEMENT OFFICER 2
Salary
$73,848.00 - $99,228.00 Annually
Location
Multiple Locations Statewide, WA
Job Type
Full Time - Permanent
Job Number
MCSD_CVEO2_2026
Department
Washington State Patrol
Division
Motor Carrier Safety Division
Opening Date
11/04/2026
Closing Date
11/15/2026 11:59 PM Pacific
Salary Information
The high end of the salary range, Step M is typically a longevity step
Description
INTERNAL CANDIDATES ONLY
If you answer YES to any of these questions this is the perfect opportunity for you!
About the Agency & Division: The Washington State Patrol is committed to being an Equal Opportunity Employer and strives to foster an environment in which everyone is encouraged to be their authentic selves, communicate openly, and act with courage. The WSP is dedicated to promoting fair and equitable hiring, training, and promotional practices through innovative recruitment and retention strategies.
The Motor Carrier Safety Division works alongside the Commercial Vehicle Division in promoting the safe travel of commercial vehicles on state highways through education and enforcement. The Washington State Patrol is responsible to enforce commercial motor vehicle laws relating to size, weight, load, and safety requirements on all Interstate and State Route. These law enforcement efforts help drive the agency's mission to reduce the number of serious injury and fatality collisions involving commercial vehicles. Under the Motor Carrier Safety Division, this responsibility is accomplished primarily at five Ports of Entry that are staffed to maximize the ability to contact commercial vehicles as they cross state lines to enter Washington State. In addition, these ports are the state's first line of defense for Aquatic Invasive Species interdiction.
Duties
This recruitment is for multiple positions:
1 CR East Position # 1845
1 CR North Position # 1521
1 CR South Position # 1512
1 NE East Position # P335
1 NE West Position # P199
The CVEO 2 is responsible for conducting focused and comprehensive safety investigations at terminals on carriers operating commercial motor vehicles (CMV's) for transportation violations, accidents, incidents, and complaints with respect to evasion of motor carrier safety regulations that include driver and vehicle safety, hazardous materials (HazMat), record keeping, and permit authorities. A CVEO 2 also provides leadership, mentoring, and coaching to new CVEO 2s; serves as the detachment Field Training Officer (FTO) for new employees, assigning and monitoring work during their on-the-job training phase; and provides specialized training to subordinates at the direction of the supervisor. Takes administrative enforcement action against violators of transportation laws, rules, and regulations by compiling evidence to support penalty assessments.
This Position is responsible for:
Qualifications
Required Qualifications:
Interested candidates must prepare and submit a resume, Previous year of evaluations, supervisor recommendations, and Office of Professional Standards employee history.
If you have gotten this far and are thinking you do not qualify, consider again. It may be that lived experience, volunteer positions, or a combination of experience and education could demonstrate your ability to perform the duties within this job. If you are excited about this role but you're not sure if your experience or held credentials align perfectly with every qualification in the job description, we encourage you to apply anyway and contact the HR Consultant below to discuss your situation specifically. You may just be the needed candidate for this or other roles.
Why work for the Washington State Patrol?
Supplemental Information
Applicants claiming veterans preference must attach a copy of their DD214 (SSN must be blacked out). If you do not provide the required documentation, the veterans preference will not be awarded. Please click here to determine your eligibility.
Questions?
Please contact Erica Henderson at (360) 704-2293 or via e-mail at erica.henderson@wsp.wa.gov.
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More than Just a Paycheck!
Employee benefits are not just about the kind of services you get, they are also about how much you may have to pay out of pocket. Washington State offers one of the most competitive benefits packages in the nation.
We understand that your life revolves around more than just your career. Like everyone, your first priority is ensuring that you and your family will maintain health and financial security. Thats why choice is a key component of our benefits package. We have a selection of health and retirement plans, paid leave, staff training and other compensation benefits that you can mix and match to meet your current and future needs.
Read about our benefits:
The following information describes typical benefits available for full-time employees who are expected to work more than six months. Actual benefits may vary by appointment type or be prorated for other than full-time work (e.g. part-time); view the job posting for benefits details for job types other than full-time.
Note: If the position offers benefits which differ from the following, the job posting should include the specific benefits.
Insurance Benefits
Employees and their families are covered by medical (including vision), dental and basic life insurance. There are multiple medical plans with affordable monthly premiums that offer coverage throughout the state.
Staff are eligible to enroll each year in a medical flexible spending account which enables them to use tax-deferred dollars toward their health care expenses. Employees are also covered by basic life and long-term disability insurance, with the option to purchase additional coverage amounts.
To view premium rates, coverage choice in your area and how to enroll, please visit the Public Employees Benefits Board (PEBB) website. The Washington Wellness program from the Health Care Authority works with PEBB to support our workplace wellness programs.
Dependent care assistance allows the employee to save pre-tax dollars for a child or elder care expenses.
Other insurance coverage for auto, boat, home, and renter insurance is available through payroll deduction.
The Washington State Employee Assistance Program promotes the health and well-being of employees.
Retirement and Deferred Compensation
State Employees are members of the Washington Public Employees Retirement System (PERS). New employees have the option of two employer contributed retirement programs. For additional information, check out the Department of Retirement Systems web site.
Employees also have the ability to participate in the Deferred Compensation Program (DCP). This is a supplemental retirement savings program (similar to an IRA) that allows you control over the amount of pre-tax salary dollars you defer as well as the flexibility to choose between multiple investment options.
Social Security
All state employees are covered by the federal Social Security and Medicare systems. The state and the employee pay an equal amount into the system.
Public Service Loan Forgiveness
If you are employed by a government or not-for-profit organization, and meet the qualifying criteria, you may be eligible to receive student loan forgiveness under the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program.
Holidays
Full-time and part-time employees are entitled to paid holidays and one paid personal holiday per calendar year.
Note: Employees who are members of certain Unions may be entitled to additional personal leave day(s), please refer to position specific Collective Bargaining Agreements for more information.
Full-time employees who work full monthly schedules qualify for holiday compensation if they are employed before the holiday and are in pay status for at least 80 nonovertime hours during the month of the holiday; or for the entire work shift preceding the holiday.
Part-time employees who are in pay status during the month of the holiday qualify for the holiday on a pro-rata basis. Compensation for holidays (including personal holiday) will be proportionate to the number of hours in pay status in the month to that required for full-time employment, excluding all holiday hours. Pay status includes hours worked and time on paid leave.
Sick Leave
Full-time employees earn eight hours of sick leave per month. Overtime eligible employees who are in pay status for less than 80 hours per month, earn a monthly proportionate to the number of hours in pay status, in the month to that required for full-time employment. Overtime exempt employees who are in pay status for less than 80 hours per month do not earn a monthly accrual of sick leave.
Sick leave accruals for part-time employees will be proportionate to the number of hours in pay status, in the month to that required for full-time employment. Pay status includes hours worked, time on paid leave and paid holiday.
Vacation (Annual Leave)
Full-time employees accrue vacation leave at the rates specified in WAC 357-31-165(1) or the applicable collective bargaining agreement (CBA). Full-time employees who are in pay status for less than 80 nonovertime hours in a month do not earn a monthly accrual of vacation leave.
Part-time employees accrue vacation leave hours in accordance with WAC 357-31-165(1) or the applicable collective bargaining agreement (CBA) on a pro rata basis. Vacation leave accrual will be proportionate to the number of hours in pay status, in the month to that required for full-time employment.
Pay status includes hours worked, time on paid leave and paid holiday.
As provided in WAC 357-58-175, an employer may authorize a lump-sum accrual of vacation leave or accelerate the vacation leave accrual rate to support the recruitment and/or retention of a candidate or employee for a Washington Management Service position. Vacation leave accrual rates may only be accelerated using the rates established WAC 357-31-165.
Note: Most agencies follow the civil service rules covering leave and holidays for exempt employees even though there is no requirement for them to do so. However, agencies are required to adhere to the applicable RCWs pertaining holidays and leave.
Military Leave
Washington State supports members of the armed forces with 21 days paid military leave per year.
Bereavement Leave
Most employees whose family member or household member dies, or for loss of pregnancy, are entitled to five (5) days of paid bereavement leave. In addition, the employer may approve other available leave types for the purpose of bereavement leave.
Additional Leave
Leave Sharing
Parental Leave
Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA)
Leave Without Pay
Please visit the State HR Website for more detailed information regarding benefits.
Updated 01-07-2026
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Do you currently work for the Washington State Patrol (WSP)?
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Which of the following best describes your highest level of education?
03
Do you posses a valid, unrestricted Washington state drivers license or can you obtain one within 30 days of employment?
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Will you have at least 2 years of experience as a current /permanent CVEO1 by January 16, 2027?
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Have you successfully completed Commercial Vehicle Safety Alliance Certification part A & B and hazmat?
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Are you physically able to to lift up to 50 pounds?
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+WSP - Which of the following best describes your years of experience communicating information both verbally and in writing?
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Are you physically able to crawl under or climb around/over commercial vehicles?
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Do you have knowledge of the CMV industry?
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In order to be considered for this position, you must have included a current resume, previous year of evaluations, supervisor recommendations, and Office of Professional Standards employee history. Did you include these items in your application?
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Please indicate the location(s) where you are willing to work?
Required Question
Employer State of Washington
Address View Job Posting for Agency Information
View Job Posting for Location, Washington, 98504
Website http://www.careers.wa.gov