ECD Full Authority Lateral Officer ($4,000 Hiring Incentive)

Arizona Department of Administration•Yuma, AZ

4d•Onsite

About The Position

The Officer works under the general supervision of a Sergeant to protect life, property, and Arizona’s transportation infrastructure while supporting the safe and efficient movement of commercial traffic through the state. The role enforces state and federal laws and regulations concerning commercial vehicle enforcement and regulatory compliance. It requires timely completion of assignments and training, sound judgment, professionalism, arrests when necessary, court testimony when required, clear written reports, and appropriate decisions regarding use of force. A background check and in- and out-of-state travel are required. The position is eligible for a $4,000 hiring incentive. The Officer screens commercial driver and vehicle credentials; weighs commercial vehicles; conducts vehicle identity, registration, and commercial vehicle safety inspections; and makes traffic stops on commercial vehicles. The role issues applicable permits, routes over-dimensional loads, collects fees and taxes, and inspects vehicles, dealerships, and salvage yards for compliance with title and registration requirements. Officers take authorized enforcement action and must maintain and answer an agency-provided cell phone. The position requires Arizona Peace Officer Standards and Training (AZPOST) Full Authority certification, weapons certification under AZPOST standards, and Commercial Vehicle Safety Alliance (CVSA) certification within six months of hire. Applicants with lapsed Arizona certification or out-of-state peace officer service may be eligible for Arizona POST certification through waiver testing; PAT is required for waiver testing. One year of law enforcement experience is required. Employees must meet applicable driver’s license, driving record, insurance, and driver-training requirements when operating vehicles on state business, and newly hired state employees must successfully complete E-Verify.

Requirements

Previously served as a certified peace officer in Arizona, another state, or a federal agency, and meet the minimum qualifications for Arizona Peace Officer certification.
One year of law enforcement experience.
AZPOST Full Authority certification; individuals with lapsed Arizona certification or out-of-state service may be eligible for Arizona POST certification through waiver testing, with PAT required for waiver testing.
Weapons certified in accordance with AZPOST standards.
Obtain CVSA certification within six months of hire.
Complete basic and advanced training demonstrating substantial comparability to the Arizona basic course.
Knowledge of pertinent state and federal motor vehicle laws, rules, and regulations; modern law enforcement methods and procedures; search and seizure; rules of evidence and custody of prisoners; defensive tactics; first aid and CPR; court procedures; reporting and accounting procedures; and report writing.
Skills in interpreting motor vehicle laws and regulations, eliciting factual information, drawing valid conclusions, maintaining effective relationships, using and caring for firearms, operating police equipment in emergencies, exercising discretion in use of force, communicating verbally and in writing, problem solving, and using good judgment.
Ability to prepare clear reports; communicate effectively; maintain integrity; collaborate as a team member; make effective decisions under pressure; operate law enforcement computers, software, and databases; understand and interpret laws and regulations; and obtain an appointment from an Arizona law enforcement agency.
Computer skills, report writing, basic money handling experience, and Google Workspace skills.
Maintain required firearms certification.
When driving or using a vehicle on state business, possess and retain a current, valid, class-appropriate driver’s license, complete required training and license-record checks, and maintain an acceptable driving record. Personally owned vehicles used for state business must have legally required liability insurance.
Successfully complete the Electronic Employment Eligibility Verification Program (E-Verify).

Responsibilities

Protect life, property, and state transportation infrastructure while facilitating the safe and efficient movement of commercial traffic.
Enforce state and federal laws and regulations relating to commercial vehicle enforcement and regulatory compliance.
Complete work assignments and training in a timely manner and use sound judgment and professionalism.
Make arrests when necessary, testify in court when required, prepare clear and concise reports, and exercise appropriate judgment in the use of force.
Screen commercial driver and vehicle credentials and weigh commercial vehicles.
Conduct enhanced vehicle identity inspections, registration compliance checks, and commercial vehicle safety inspections.
Conduct traffic stops on commercial vehicles and take authorized enforcement action.
Issue applicable permits, route over-dimensional loads, and collect applicable fees and taxes.
Inspect vehicles, dealerships, and salvage yard operations for compliance with state title and registration requirements.
Maintain and answer an agency-provided cell phone.
Obtain and maintain CVSA certification and required firearms certification.

Benefits

$4,000 hiring incentive
Sick leave
Vacation and 10 paid holidays per year
Paid parental leave of up to 12 weeks per year for a newborn or newly placed foster or adopted child (pilot program)
Health insurance
Dental insurance
Retirement plan with mandatory participation in the Arizona State Retirement System (ASRS)
Life insurance
Long-term disability insurance
Optional short-term disability insurance
Optional deferred compensation plans
Optional supplemental life insurance