Enforcement & Compliance Full Authority Lateral Officer ($4,000 Hiring Incentive)
About The Position
The Arizona Department of Transportation is hiring a Full Authority Officer in its Enforcement & Compliance Division at the Port of Entry in Fredonia, Arizona. Under the general supervision of a Sergeant, the Officer supports public safety by protecting life, property, and state transportation infrastructure and facilitating safe and efficient movement of commercial traffic through Arizona. The Officer enforces state and federal laws and regulations related to commercial vehicle enforcement and regulatory compliance; completes assignments and training on time; makes sound decisions; makes arrests when necessary; maintains professionalism; testifies in court when required; prepares clear, concise reports; exercises judgment in the use of force; and promotes compliance with applicable laws, rules, and regulations. Background checks and in- and out-of-state travel are required. The role includes screening commercial driver and vehicle credentials, weighing commercial vehicles, conducting enhanced vehicle identity and commercial vehicle safety inspections, checking registration compliance, and conducting commercial vehicle traffic stops. The Officer also issues applicable permits, routes over-dimensional loads, collects fees and taxes, and inspects vehicles, dealers, and salvage-yard operations for compliance with state title and registration requirements. The position is eligible for a $4,000 hiring incentive, subject to applicable 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 certifications are required.
- Must be weapons-certified in accordance with AZPOST standards.
- Must obtain CVSA certification within six months of hire.
- Valid, current, class-appropriate driver's license; employees driving on state business must complete required training, pass applicable driving-record checks, and maintain an acceptable driving record.
- Must obtain an appointment from an Arizona law enforcement agency.
- Must complete basic and advanced training demonstrating substantial comparability to the Arizona basic course.
- Must maintain required firearms certification.
- Ability to prepare clear and concise reports; communicate effectively; maintain integrity; collaborate; make effective decisions under pressure; operate law-enforcement computers, software, and databases; and understand and interpret laws and regulations.
- Knowledge of pertinent state and federal motor vehicle laws and regulations, law-enforcement methods, search and seizure, evidence and prisoner custody, defensive tactics, first aid and CPR, court procedures, activity reporting and accounting, and report writing.
- Skills in interpreting motor vehicle laws, eliciting factual information, drawing valid conclusions, building effective relationships, using and caring for firearms, operating police equipment in emergency situations, exercising discretion in use of force, communication, report writing, problem-solving, and judgment.
- Google Workspace skills.
- Background check and in- and out-of-state travel are required.
- Must successfully complete the Electronic Employment Eligibility Verification Program (E-Verify).
- Employees operating vehicles on state business must maintain required liability insurance when using a personally owned vehicle.
Nice To Haves
- Knowledge of motor vehicle laws, rules, and regulations; computer skills; report writing; and basic money-handling experience.
- One year of law-enforcement experience.
Responsibilities
- Screen commercial driver and vehicle credentials, weigh commercial vehicles, and perform enhanced vehicle identity, registration-compliance, and commercial vehicle safety inspections.
- Conduct traffic stops on commercial vehicles and enforce applicable state and federal 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.
- Take appropriate enforcement action as authorized by state and federal motor vehicle and operator laws, rules, and regulations.
- Protect life, property, and state transportation infrastructure and support safe and efficient commercial traffic movement.
- Make arrests when necessary, testify in court when required, and prepare clear, concise written reports.
- Complete assignments and training in a timely manner; use sound judgment and exercise discretion in the use of force.
- Promote compliance with applicable state and federal laws, rules, and regulations.
- Obtain and maintain Commercial Vehicle Safety Alliance (CVSA) certification and required firearms certification.
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
- $4,000 hiring incentive, subject to applicable criteria
- Employee referral incentive, if eligibility criteria are met
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
