ECD Full Authority Lateral Officer

Job Summary

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 Travel

Background check and In and out-of-state travel is required. The Port of Entry is a 24/7 operation. Officers are subject to shift work and must be able to work nights, weekends, and holidays as required.

Job Duties

• 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
• Issuing applicable permits
• Routing over-dimensional loads and collecting appropriate fees and taxes
• Taking appropriate enforcement action as authorized by state and federal motor vehicle and operator laws, rules and regulations
• Inspecting vehicles, dealer and salvage yard operations for compliance with State title and registration requirements
• Taking appropriate enforcement action as authorized by state and federal motor vehicle and operator laws, rules and regulations

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities (KSAs)

• 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
• 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
• Google Workspace Ability
• To obtain an appointment from an Arizona Law Enforcement Agency

Pre-Employment Requirements

• AZPOST Full Authority certifications
• Weapons certified in accordance with AZPOST standards
• Obtain the CVSA certification within 6 months of hire
• Valid Driver's License
• Physical Ability Test (PAT) is required for all Waiver Testing

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

Contact Us

For questions about this career opportunity, please contact ADOT Human Resources Recruitment via email at srecruitment@azdot.gov or phone call at (602) 712-8188 option 2.