Traffic Operations Supervisor
About The Position
The Arizona Department of Public Safety (DPS) is seeking an experienced professional to serve as our Traffic Operations Supervisor. Under general supervision, supervises the operations of the Highway Patrol Traffic Operations Center (HPTOC) and performs such functions as the supervision of professional staff personnel; administration of daily operations of the HPTOC; and researching/investigating and recommending changes to the HPTOC policies, procedures, and practices. Analyzes situations quickly and responds with appropriate action. Performs related duties as assigned to include working with State Troopers, Operational Communications, Arizona Department of Transportation (ADOT) personnel, and other public and highway safety entities. Monitors and manages traffic conditions and assists with the management of traffic incidents. Performs administrative and training functions. The Traffic Operations Specialist Supervisor is responsible for the HPTOC and its budgetary responsibilities and supervises professional staff personnel. This position is designated as uncovered; the incumbent serves at the pleasure of the Director of the Department of Public Safety.
Requirements
- Requires three (3) years of law enforcement experience as an Arizona POST-certified peace officer or a Police Communications Dispatcher, with at least one (1) year in a supervisory role.
- Must obtain Arizona Peace Officer Standards and Training Board general instructor certification within twelve (12) months of hire.
- Must have and maintain a valid Arizona driver license.
- Three (3) years of work experience as a Traffic Operations Specialist may substitute for the required one (1) year of supervisory experience.
- Must pass a background investigation.
- Applicants must complete an examination process.
- A polygraph and background investigation are required for successful applicants.
- DPS supports a drug-free work environment through pre-employment drug testing.
- All newly hired State employees are subject to and must successfully complete the Electronic Employment Eligibility Verification Program (E-Verify).
Nice To Haves
- Bachelor's degree or equivalent credited hours from an accredited college or university in Management, Leadership, Criminal Justice, or a related field.
Responsibilities
- Supervises the operations of the Highway Patrol Traffic Operations Center (HPTOC)
- Supervision of professional staff personnel
- Administration of daily operations of the HPTOC
- Researching/investigating and recommending changes to the HPTOC policies, procedures, and practices
- Analyzes situations quickly and responds with appropriate action
- Working with State Troopers, Operational Communications, Arizona Department of Transportation (ADOT) personnel, and other public and highway safety entities
- Monitors and manages traffic conditions and assists with the management of traffic incidents
- Performs administrative and training functions
- Responsible for the HPTOC and its budgetary responsibilities
Benefits
- Accrued vacation pay and sick days
- 10 paid holidays per year
- Deferred compensation plan
- Top-ranked retirement plans
- Affordable medical, dental, vision, life, and short & long-term disability insurance plans
- Employee Assistance, Peer and Family Support Programs
- Bus Cards (Subsidized partially by the State)
- Paid Parental Leave-Up to 12 weeks per year paid leave for newborn or newly-placed foster/adopted child (pilot program).
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Manager
Number of Employees
501-1,000 employees
