First Sergeant Jobs in Arizona (NOW HIRING)

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ECD FULL AUTHORITY LATERAL OFFICER
($4,000 Hiring Incentive)
Job Location:
Enforcement Offices 7339 E Paradise Ln
Scottsdale, AZ 85260
Posting Details:
Salary: $57,301.32 - $69,807.26
*This position is eligible for a $4,000 hiring incentive Grade: 20 Closing Date: 09/09/2026
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 In and out of-state travel is required.
*This position is eligible for a $4,000 hiring incentive.
Job Duties:
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 all other duties performed by Officers.
Performs the issuance of applicable permits, the routing of over-dimensional loads and the collection of appropriate fees and taxes. Take 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. Take appropriate enforcement action as authorized by state and federal motor vehicle and operator laws, rules and regulations.
Knowledge, Skills & Abilities (KSAs):
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.
Skills 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.
Selective Preference(s):
Knowledge of Motor Vehicle Laws, rules and regulations; computer skills, report writing and basic money handling experience.
1 year of law enforcement experience.
Pre-Employment Requirements:
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 successfully pass all necessary driver's license record checks. The license must be current, unexpired, and neither revoked nor suspended. Employees who drive on state business are subject to driver's license record checks, must maintain acceptable driving records, and must complete all required driver training. An employee who operates a personally owned vehicle on state business shall maintain the statutorily required liability insurance (see Arizona Administrative Code (A.A.C.) R2-10-207.11).
All newly hired State employees are subject to and must successfully complete the Electronic Employment Eligibility Verification Program (E-Verify).
Benefits:
The Arizona Department of Administration offers a comprehensive benefits package to include:
• 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
Learn more about the Paid Parental Leave pilot program here . For a complete list of benefits provided by The State of Arizona, please visit our benefits page
Employee Referral Program
This position is eligible for an employee referral incentive if all criteria are met.
Retirement:
Mandatory participation in the Arizona Retirement System (ASRS) is required.
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. Persons with a disability may request a reasonable accommodation such as a sign language interpreter or an alternative format by calling (602) 712-8188 option 3. Requests should be made as early as possible to allow sufficient time to arrange the accommodation. ADOT is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer.
*Certain criteria must be met in order to receive the hiring incentive pay-out.