North Carolina DMV Seeks 40 New Driver License Examiners to Reduce Wait Times
The North Carolina Division of Motor Vehicles is ramping up hiring in an effort to cut wait times at driver license offices across the state. In a news release dated Aug. 19, 2025, the division announced plans to bring on 40 new driver license examiners. The positions were made possible through a mini-budget signed by Governor Josh Stein that grants the DMV additional funding to expand its workforce. Long lines and delays have plagued many North Carolina offices this summer, and officials say more examiners are essential to improving customer service.
According to the DMV, the 40 examiner positions are being posted immediately with the goal of filling them quickly. Applicants will be stationed at driver license offices statewide, where they’ll administer road tests and vision screenings, verify documents and guide customers through the licensing and ID process. The agency is casting a wide net to attract qualified candidates: it has scheduled job fairs in regions throughout North Carolina, and interested individuals can apply in person at these events or online through the DMV Careers website. Candidates must be at least 21 years old and possess a valid driver license; those with strong customer service skills and a record of safe driving are especially encouraged to apply【971535986711470†screenshot】.
North Carolina Transportation Secretary Joey Hopkins credited the General Assembly and Governor Stein for providing the resources needed to expand staffing. DMV Commissioner Wayne Goodwin said adding examiners will directly reduce lines and shorten wait times, enabling offices to handle more customers each day. The division is committed to training new hires quickly so they can begin administering tests and processing applications. Officials emphasize that the DMV has already implemented several initiatives to ease congestion, including allowing many customers to renew driver licenses and IDs online and encouraging appointments for in‑person visits.
Residents have been urged to check the DMV Careers page or attend upcoming recruitment events if they are interested in becoming an examiner. Those who attend the job fairs will have a chance to meet hiring managers, learn about benefits and potentially receive conditional offers on the spot. In addition to competitive pay and state benefits, examiners enjoy the satisfaction of helping fellow North Carolinians get licensed and stay on the road legally. The new positions will be distributed across urban and rural offices to ensure equitable service and reduce wait times statewide【971535986711470†screenshot】.
By aggressively hiring and training examiners, the NCDMV hopes to make a noticeable dent in office wait times before the busy fall season. Officials encourage qualified candidates to apply now and urge the public to continue using online services whenever possible. With more examiners on staff and continued investment in digital tools, the division believes it can deliver faster, more reliable service for driver license and identification card customers throughout North Carolina.