ECD Authority Lateral Officer

ECD FULL AUTHORITY LATERAL OFFICER ($4,000 Hiring Incentive)

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Job Location:

PORT OF ENTRY, I‑10 MILE POST 383.3, SAN SIMON, AZ 85632.

Salary: $57,301.32 - $69,807.26.

Grade: 20.

Closing Date: 01/05/2026.

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. The Officer enforces all state and federal laws and regulations related to commercial vehicle enforcement and regulatory compliance; completes all work assignments and training in a timely manner with good decision‑making;

makes arrests when necessary; demonstrates professionalism; testifies in court when required; prepares clear and concise written reports; exercises judgment in determining use of force; and promotes compliance with all state and federal laws, rules, and regulations directly related to the duties of the position. Background check, in‑state and out‑of‑state travel are required.

• Screen commercial driver/vehicle credentials, weigh commercial vehicles, and perform enhanced vehicle identity inspections.
• Conduct registration compliance inspections, commercial vehicle safety inspections, and traffic stops on commercial vehicles.
• Enforce all pertinent laws, rules, and regulations and perform all other duties performed by Officers.
• Issue applicable permits, route over‑dimensional loads, and collect appropriate fees and taxes.
• Inspect dealer and salvage yard operations for compliance with state title and registration requirements.

• 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.
• Previously served as a certified peace officer in Arizona, another state, or a federal agency, and meet all minimum qualifications for certification as an Arizona Peace Officer.
• Motor vehicle laws, rules and regulations.
• Basic money‑handling experience.

• Interpret relevant state and federal motor vehicle laws, rules and regulations.
• Elicit factual information and draw valid conclusions.
• Establish and maintain 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.
• Completed basic and advanced training that demonstrates substantial comparability to the Arizona basic course.
• Proficient with Google Workspace and computer skills.

• Prepare clear and concise reports.
• Communicate effectively with staff members and the general public.
• Maintain moral standards and integrity.
• Work as a team and collaborate.
• Obtain and maintain a Commercial Vehicle Safety Alliance (CVSA) certification.
• 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.
• Obtain an appointment from an Arizona Law Enforcement Agency.

1 year of law enforcement experience.

Arizona Peace Officer Standards and Training (AZPOST) Full Authority certifications, weapons certified in accordance with AZPOST standards, and CVSA certification within 6 months of hire. Individuals who have served honorably as a peace officer in Arizona and whose certification has lapsed, or who served in another state, may be eligible to gain Arizona POST certification through waiver testing. POPAT is required for all waiver testing.

Valid driver’s license. The position requires driving or use of a vehicle as an essential function; thus,…