Collision Reconstructionist
About The Position
The Arizona Department of Public Safety is seeking an experienced Collision Reconstructionist. Under general supervision, this non-sworn, unarmed position has no arrest authority and conducts specialized collision investigation and reconstruction. Duties include at-scene and follow-up investigations, causation and contributing-factor analysis, preparation of detailed reports, and court testimony. The position provides investigative and expert support to Department employees and attorneys representing the Department, and performs related duties as assigned. The position is uncovered, and the incumbent serves at the pleasure of the Director of the Department of Public Safety.
Requirements
- Ten years of experience as a police officer, including at least five years as a technical collision investigator or collision reconstructionist; OR ten years of experience as an automotive or insurance industry investigator, including at least five years as a technical collision investigator or collision reconstructionist; OR three years of experience as a civilian collision reconstructionist and a bachelor’s degree in mathematics, physics, engineering, or another physical science-based field.
- Availability to work irregular hours and/or respond to emergency callouts on a 24-hour basis.
- Ability to lift objects weighing up to 75 pounds.
- Ability to inspect vehicles by going in, over, and beneath them as required.
- Ability to work outdoors in all types of weather conditions.
- Ability to travel extensively throughout Arizona.
- Must successfully complete a background investigation.
- Applicants must complete an examination process; successful applicants must complete a polygraph and background investigation.
- Must pass pre-employment drug testing.
- If driving or vehicle use is an essential function, the applicable Driver’s License Requirements apply.
- Newly hired State employees must successfully complete the Electronic Employment Eligibility Verification Program (E-Verify).
Responsibilities
- Conduct specialized collision investigation and reconstruction.
- Conduct collision investigations at the scene and follow-up investigations.
- Analyze collision causation and contributing factors.
- Complete detailed reports and provide court testimony.
- Provide investigative and expert support to Department employees and attorneys representing the Department.
- Perform related duties as assigned.
Benefits
- Accrued vacation pay and sick days
- 10 paid holidays per year
- Deferred compensation plan
- Top-ranked retirement plans
- Affordable medical, dental, vision, life, and short- and long-term disability insurance plans
- Employee Assistance, Peer and Family Support Programs
- Bus cards partially subsidized by the State
- Paid parental leave of up to 12 weeks per year for a newborn or newly placed foster or adopted child (pilot program)
- Arizona State Retirement System defined benefit plan providing lifelong income upon retirement
- Voluntary deferred compensation program with tax-deferred retirement investments
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Senior
