Fuel Tax Officer - ECD Full Authority Lateral Officer

Job Summary

This position 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. The Fuel Tax Unit is responsible for sampling/analyzing fuel sources during roadside enforcement on vehicles of interest and when conducting unannounced inspections to identify fuel tax fraud. Enforces all state and federal laws and regulations relative to commercial vehicle enforcement and regulatory compliance.

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
• Collaborating with ADOT's Financial Management Services group and their team of auditors to use a data driven approach in identifying fuel tax evaders
• Fuel Tax Evasion Unit officers to provide education and outreach to individuals and businesses within the related industries
• Conducting surveillance at fueling stations to detect the misuse of dyed diesel fuel and use class fuel
• Collecting information about the illegal importation of diversion of untaxed diesel fuel or biodiesel fuels originating from sources outside of Arizona
• Supplementing current enforcement efforts with additional operational details which target fuel bootlegging and dyed fuel violations

Background Check and Travel

Requires background check and in and out-of-state travel.

Pre-Employment Requirements

• AZPOST Full Authority certifications
• Weapons certified in accordance with AZPOST standards and obtain the CVSA certification within 6 months of hire
• Valid Driver's License

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities (KSAs)

• Pertinent State and Federal motor vehicle laws, rules and regulations
• Sampling/analyzing fuel sources on vehicles during inspections
• 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
• Knowledge of and ability of having 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
• Knowledge of and ability to elicit factual information and draw valid conclusions
• Use and care of firearms
• Operate police equipment in emergency situations
• Exercise discretion in use of force
• Verbal and written communication
• Problem solving and using good judgment
• Ability to prepare clear and concise reports
• Establish and maintain effective relationships with staff members and the general public
• Maintain moral standards and integrity
• Work as a team and collaborate
• Make effective and reasonable decisions under pressure
• Operate law enforcement computers, software and database programs
• Maintain required firearms certification
• Understand and interpret laws and regulations
• Complete all work assignments in a timely manner
• Obtain an appointment from an Arizona Law Enforcement Agency

Selective Preferences

• Knowledge of Motor Vehicle Laws, rules and regulations
• Computer skills, report writing
• 1 year of law enforcement experience

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. The State of Arizona is an Equal Opportunity/Reasonable Accommodation Employer.