ECD Full Authority Lateral Officer ($4,000 Hiring Incentive)
About The Position
Under the general supervision of a Sergeant, the Officer promotes public safety by protecting life, property, and state transportation infrastructure and supporting the safe, efficient movement of commercial traffic through Arizona. The Officer enforces state and federal laws and regulations related to commercial vehicle enforcement and regulatory compliance. The role includes completing assignments and training in a timely manner, making sound decisions, making arrests when necessary, acting professionally, testifying in court when required, preparing clear and concise reports, exercising judgment in the use of force, and promoting compliance with applicable laws and regulations. A background check and in-state and out-of-state travel are required. The position is based at the Port of Entry at I-40 Milepost 38 in Topock, Arizona. The Port operates 24/7, so Officers work shifts and may be required to work nights, weekends, and holidays. The position offers a $4,000 hiring incentive, subject to certain criteria.
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.
- Arizona Peace Officer Standards and Training (AZPOST) Full Authority certification.
- Weapons certification in accordance with AZPOST standards.
- Obtain Commercial Vehicle Safety Alliance (CVSA) certification within six months of hire.
- Valid, current, unexpired, and appropriate driver's license; maintain an acceptable driving record and complete required driver training and record checks when operating a vehicle on state business.
- Complete E-Verify eligibility verification requirements.
- Ability to obtain an appointment from an Arizona law enforcement agency.
- Ability to maintain required firearms certification and moral standards and integrity.
- Ability to communicate effectively, prepare clear and concise reports, collaborate as part of a team, interpret laws and regulations, operate law-enforcement computers and software, and make effective decisions under pressure.
- Ability to travel in and out of state and work shifts, including nights, weekends, and holidays, as required.
- Knowledge of state and federal motor vehicle laws and regulations; modern law-enforcement methods; search and seizure, evidence, prisoner custody, defensive tactics, first aid, CPR, court procedures, activity reporting, 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, writing reports, problem-solving, and exercising good judgment.
- Completion of basic and advanced training demonstrating substantial comparability to the Arizona basic course.
Nice To Haves
- One year of law enforcement experience.
Responsibilities
- Screen commercial driver and vehicle credentials; weigh commercial vehicles; conduct enhanced vehicle identity inspections, registration compliance checks, commercial vehicle safety inspections, and traffic stops; and enforce applicable laws, rules, and regulations.
- Issue applicable permits, route over-dimensional loads, and collect appropriate fees and taxes.
- Inspect vehicles, dealer operations, and salvage yard operations for compliance with state title and registration requirements, and take authorized enforcement action.
- Complete assignments and training in a timely manner; make sound decisions; make arrests when necessary; testify in court when required; prepare clear and concise written reports; and exercise judgment in the use of force.
- Promote compliance with state and federal laws, rules, and regulations related to the position.
Benefits
- 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 through 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
- Employee referral incentive if eligibility criteria are met
- $4,000 hiring incentive, subject to eligibility criteria
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
