Passport Examiner

This is work involving the processing of all passports in compliance with rule, regulations, departmental policies and procedures. An employee in this class examines and reviews all passport applications for signatures, completeness, verification of identity and affirms the truthfulness of statements contained therein.

• Examines the evidence of citizenship submitted with the application to establish its authenticity and adequacy in relation to the requirements of law and the facts set forth in the application.
• Adjudicates application in which documentary evidence appears to be complete and  and recommends passport issuance.
• Recommends correspondence to be sent to applicants requesting additional documentation.
• Maintains daily log of all passports received through the mail and/or walk‑in applications.
• Opens mail and handles it in prescribed manner for deficiency or processing.
• Records pertinent passport data from applications to snap out cards.
• Prepares blank passport books for signature.
• Types the necessary data from applications to passport books and performs all other related functions to make the passport ready for distribution.
• Prepares transmittals for all checks and monies that must go to the cashier, and records receipts of said transaction.
• Compiles and types information for the monthly report and submits documents to the supervisor for review.
• Performs other job‑related functions.

Possession of a high school diploma or its equivalent and some clerical experience.

• Knowledge of agency formatting.
• Knowledge of pertinent rules, regulations, departmental policies and procedures that govern the examination and adjudication of passport applications.
• The ability to read解释 and write the English language.
• The ability to explain oneself clearly and concisely orally and in written.
• The ability to type and maintain records in alphabetical and numerical order.
• Ability to prepare reports and documents in correct format.
• Ability to carry out day‑to‑day work without close supervisory review.
• Ability to make sound judgment.