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

Arizona Department of Administration • Yuma, AZ

1d • $57,301 - $69,807 • Onsite

About The Position

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.

Requirements

• Pertinent State and Federal motor vehicle laws, rules and regulations.
• Modern law enforcement methods, best practices and procedures.
• Search and Seizure, rules of evidence and custody of prisoners.
• Defensive tactics.
• First Aid, CPR.
• Court systems, procedures and protocols.
• Activity reporting and accounting procedures established for the work system.
• Principles of report writing.
• Motor Vehicle Laws, rules and regulations; computer skills, report writing and basic money handling experience.
• Google Workspace.
• Interpreting relevant State and Federal motor vehicle laws, rules and regulations.
• Eliciting factual information and drawing valid conclusions.
• Establishing and maintaining effective relationships with staff members and the general public.
• Use and care of firearms.
• Operate police equipment in emergency situations.
• Exercise discretion in use of force.
• Verbal and written communication, writing clear and concise reports.
• Problem solving and using good judgment.
• Have completed the basic and advanced training that demonstrates substantial comparability to the Arizona basic course.
• 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.
• Prepare clear and concise reports.
• Communicate effectively with staff members and the general public.
• Maintain moral standards and integrity.
• Work as a team and collaborate.
• Obtain and maintain a Commercial Vehicle Safety Alliance (CVSA) certification.
• Make effective and reasonable decisions under pressure.
• Operate law enforcement computers, software and database programs.
• Maintain required firearms certification.
• Understand and interpret laws and regulations.
• To obtain an appointment from an Arizona Law Enforcement Agency.
• Arizona Peace Officer Standards and Training (AZPOST) Full Authority certification.
• Weapons certified in accordance with AZPOST standards and obtain the CVSA certification within 6 months of hire.
• Valid Driver's License.

Nice To Haves

• 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

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Education Level: No Education Listed
• Number of Employees: 501-1,000 employees