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

Arizona Department of Administration • Scottsdale, AZ

6d • 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.

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.
• 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.
• Skills in Interpreting relevant State and Federal motor vehicle laws, rules and regulations.
• Skills in Eliciting factual information and drawing valid conclusions.
• Skills in Establishing and maintaining effective relationships with staff members and the general public.
• Skills in Use and care of firearms.
• Skills in Operate police equipment in emergency situations.
• Skills in Exercise discretion in use of force.
• Skills in Verbal and written communication, writing clear and concise reports.
• Skills in Problem solving and using good judgment.
• Have completed the basic and advanced training that demonstrates substantial comparability to the Arizona basic course.
• Skills 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 and obtain the CVSA certification within 6 months of hire.
• Individuals who have served honorably as a peace officer in Arizona and their certification has lapsed, or served in another State may be eligible to gain Arizona POST certification through Waiver Testing.
• POPAT is required for all Waiver Testing.
• Valid Driver's License.
• Any employee operating a motor vehicle on State business must 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. The license must be current, unexpired, and neither revoked nor suspended. Employees who drive on state business are subject to driver’s license record checks, must maintain acceptable driving records, and must complete all required driver training. An employee who operates a personally owned vehicle on state business shall maintain the statutorily required liability insurance (see Arizona Administrative Code (A.A.C.) R2-10-207.11).
• All newly hired State employees are subject to and must 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 and 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

What This Job Offers

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