ECD Authority Lateral Officer

ECD Full Authority Lateral Officer

Department of Transportation – Arizona

Join an innovative and collaborative team driving a safer transportation system for Arizona. This unique division maintains safety and compliance across the state’s transportation network. Roles range from customer support and dispatching to senior management.

Under the general supervision of a Sergeant, an Officer protects life, property, and the state transportation infrastructure. The Officer enforces all state and federal commercial vehicle laws, completes work assignments in a timely manner, decides on use of force, prepares clear written reports, testifies in court, and promotes compliance with all applicable laws, rules and regulations.

Honorable peace officer service in Arizona (or another state or federal agency) may qualify for Arizona POST certification through Waiver Testing. POPAT is required. Background check and in- and out-of-state travel are required.

• Screen commercial driver and vehicle credentials, weigh vehicles, perform enhanced vehicle identity inspections, and enforce registration compliance.
• Conduct commercial vehicle safety inspections, traffic stops on commercial vehicles, and enforcement of all pertinent laws, rules and regulations.
• Issue applicable permits, route over‑dimensional loads, and collect appropriate fees and taxes.
• Inspect vehicles, 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 and CPR.
• Court systems, procedures and protocols.
• Activity reporting and accounting procedures for the work system.
• Principles of report writing.
• Minimum qualifications for Arizona Peace Officer certification (previously served as a certified peace officer in Arizona, another state or federal agency).

• 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.
• Complete basic and advanced training comparable to the Arizona basic course.
• Google Workspace (necessary for certain agency duties).

• 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.

Knowledge of Motor Vehicle Laws, rules and regulations; computer skills, report writing and basic money handling experience are preferred. Previous honorable peace officer service with certification eligibility applies.

• Arizona Peace Officer Standards and Training (AZPOST) Full Authority certification.
• Weapons certified in accordance with AZ P.O.S.T. standards, Arizona Post Firearms Certification.
• Valid Driver’s License.
• Driver’s license record checks and required training for state business driving.
• Electronic Employment Eligibility Verification Program (E‑Verify).

• 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 short‑term disability, deferred compensation and supplemental life insurance.

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