ECD FULL AUTHORITY LATERAL OFFICER ($4,000 Hiring Incentive)

Arizona Department of Administration•Village of Fredonia, NY

1d•Onsite

About The Position

BE A PART OF AN INNOVATIVE AND COLLABORATIVE TEAM DRIVING A SAFER TRANSPORTATION SYSTEM FOR ARIZONA. ALWAYS WANTED TO WORK IN A LAW ENFORCEMENT ROLE EITHER SUPPORTING OR BEING AN OFFICER? JOIN THIS UNIQUE DIVISION THAT MAINTAINS THE SAFETY AND COMPLIANCE OF OUR TRANSPORTATION NETWORK AROUND THE STATE AT OUR BORDERS. OUR ENFORCEMENT AND COMPLIANCE DIVISION OFFERS ROLES FROM CUSTOMER SUPPORT, TO DISPATCHING, ALL THE WAY TO SENIOR MANAGEMENT! Under the general supervision of a Sergeant, an Officer focuses on public safety by protecting life, property and the state transportation infrastructure, by providing safe and efficient movement of commercial traffic through the State of Arizona; enforces all state and federal laws and regulations relative to commercial vehicle enforcement and regulatory compliance; completes all work assignments and training in a timely manner, good decision making, makes arrests when necessary, professionalism, testifies in court when required, prepares clear and concise written reports, exercises judgment in determining use of force, and promotes compliance of all state and federal laws, rules and regulations directly related to the duties of the position. Background check and In and out of-state travel is required. This position is eligible for a $4,000 hiring incentive.

Requirements

Knowledge of: Pertinent State and Federal motor vehicle laws, rules and regulations.
Knowledge of: Modern law enforcement methods, best practices and procedures.
Knowledge of: Search and Seizure, rules of evidence and custody of prisoners.
Knowledge of: Defensive tactics.
Knowledge of: First Aid, CPR.
Knowledge of: Court systems, procedures and protocols.
Knowledge of: Activity reporting and accounting procedures established for the work system.
Knowledge of: Principles of report writing.
Knowledge of: Have previously served as a certified peace officer in Arizona, another state, or federal agency, and meet all of the minimum qualifications for certification as an Arizona Peace Officer.
Skilled in: Interpreting relevant State and Federal motor vehicle laws, rules and regulations.
Skilled in: Eliciting factual information and drawing valid conclusions.
Skilled in: Establishing and maintaining effective relationships with staff members and the general public.
Skilled in: Use and care of firearms.
Skilled in: Operate police equipment in emergency situations.
Skilled in: Exercise discretion in use of force.
Skilled in: Verbal and written communication, writing clear and concise reports.
Skilled in: Problem solving and using good judgment.
Skilled in: Have completed the basic and advanced training that demonstrates substantial comparability to the Arizona basic course.
Skilled in: Google Workspace.
Ability to: Prepare clear and concise reports.
Ability to: Communicate effectively with staff members and the general public.
Ability to: Maintain moral standards and integrity.
Ability to: Work as a team and collaborate.
Ability to: Obtain and maintain a Commercial Vehicle Safety Alliance (CVSA) certification.
Ability to: Make effective and reasonable decisions under pressure.
Ability to: Operate law enforcement computers, software and database programs.
Ability to: Maintain required firearms certification.
Ability to: Understand and interpret laws and regulations.
Ability to: To obtain an appointment from an Arizona Law Enforcement Agency.
Arizona Peace Officer Standards and Training (AZPOST) Full Authority certifications.
Weapons certified in accordance with AZPOST standards.
Obtain the CVSA certification within 6 months of hire.
Valid Driver's License.
Possess and retain a current, valid class-appropriate driver’s license, complete all required training, and successfully pass all necessary driver’s license record checks for any employee operating a motor vehicle on State business.
Maintain acceptable driving records.
Complete all required driver training.
Maintain the statutorily required liability insurance if operating a personally owned vehicle on state business.
Successfully complete the Electronic Employment Eligibility Verification Program (E-Verify).

Nice To Haves

Knowledge of Motor Vehicle Laws, rules and regulations
Computer skills
Report writing
Basic money handling experience
1 year of law enforcement experience

Responsibilities

Performs duties to include: screening commercial driver/vehicle credentials, weighing commercial vehicles, performing enhanced vehicle identity inspections, registration compliance, commercial vehicle safety inspections, conducting traffic stops on commercial vehicles, enforcement of all pertinent laws, rules and regulations and all other duties performed by Officers.
Performs the issuance of applicable permits, the routing of over-dimensional loads and the collection of appropriate fees and taxes. Take appropriate enforcement action as authorized by state and federal motor vehicle and operator laws, rules and regulations.
Performs the inspection of vehicles, dealer and salvage yard operations for compliance with State title and registration requirements. Take appropriate enforcement action as authorized by state and federal motor vehicle and operator laws, rules and regulations.

Benefits

Sick leave
Vacation with 10 paid holidays per year
Paid Parental Leave-Up to 12 weeks per year paid leave for newborn or newly-placed foster/adopted child (pilot program).
Health and dental insurance
Retirement plan
Life insurance and long-term disability insurance
Optional employee benefits include short-term disability insurance, deferred compensation plans, and supplemental life insurance
Employee Referral Program (eligible for incentive)

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