ECD Authority Lateral Officer

Overview

DEPT OF TRANSPORTATION

Driving the future of transportation with a diverse and innovative team. Join this unique division that maintains the safety and compliance of our transportation network around the state at our borders. The Enforcement and Compliance division offers roles from customer support to dispatching, all the way to senior management.

Job Title:

ECD FULL AUTHORITY LATERAL OFFICER

Location:

PORT OF ENTRY, I-15 MILE POST 1, ST. GEORGE, UT 84790

Posting Details

Salary: $57,301.32 - $69,807.26

This position is eligible for a $4,000 hiring incentive

Closing Date: 01/28/2026

Under the general supervision of a Sergeant, an Officer focuses on public safety by protecting life, property and the state transportation infrastructure, and 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 work assignments and training in a timely manner;

demonstrates good decision making; makes arrests when necessary; maintains 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 and in- and out-of-state travel are required.

• Performs duties to include: 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, and other duties performed by Officers.
• Performs the issuance of applicable permits, routing of over-dimensional loads, and collection of appropriate fees and taxes. Takes appropriate enforcement action as authorized by state and federal motor vehicle and operator laws, rules and regulations.
• Performs the inspection of vehicles, dealer and salvage yard operations for compliance with State title and registration requirements. Takes appropriate enforcement action as authorized by state and federal motor vehicle and operator laws, rules and regulations.

Knowledge Of

• 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.
• Have 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.
• Motor Vehicle Laws, rules and regulations.

• Skilled In
• 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.
• Have completed the basic and advanced training that demonstrates substantial comparability to the Arizona basic course.
• Google Workspace.

• Ability To
• 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.
• To 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 obtain the CVSA certification within 6 months of hire.
• Individuals who have served honorably as a peace officer in Arizona and their certification has lapsed, or 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.

As this position requires driving or the use of a vehicle as an essential function of the job, then the following requirements apply. Any employee operating a motor vehicle on State business must possess and retain a current, valid class-appropriate driver’s license, complete all required training, and…