DEPT OF TRANSPORTATION

ECD Training 

3838 N Central Ave

City: Phoenix

Salary: $57,301.32 - $69,807.26 

Grade: 20

Closing Date: 09/17/25 11:55p

Under the general supervision of a Sergeant, the Full Authority Training Officer position plans, oversees, coordinates and implements the Enforcement and Compliance and the Office of Inspector General training program for all sworn and non-sworn staff. Assists department staff with individual training plans and makes recommendations for training: ensures that staff complies with the Arizona Peace Officer Standards and Training (AZPOST) Continuing and/or proficiency training; assists in identifying and resolving problems related to training issues.

Tracks employee training hours; updates and maintains training records through Power DMS. Prepares and maintains accurate and complete records of the work performed; prepares clear and concise reports to monitor the success of training programs; creates related written materials.

This position is required to have the AZPOST General Instructor and AZPOST Firearms certification. An individual who has served honorably as a peace officer in Arizona and their certification as a peace officer has lapsed, or served in another state or a federal agency, may be eligible to gain Arizona POST certification through Waiver Testing in lieu of attending an Arizona peace officer basic course at an academy.

The selected candidate will have to complete the Peace Officer Physical aptitude Test (POPAT) prior to the background process. Background check and In-state travel is required.

Work with staff to identify training needs and opportunities; schedule training activities and functions, plans, oversees, coordinates, and implements ESB and OIG training program for all sworn and non-sworn staff. Plans, oversees, coordinates department field training program to include developing. implementing, teaching training curriculum statewide.

Maintains detailed calendar of department training events, activities, and hosting events; arranges appointments, schedules, conferences, travel arrangements, and itineraries. Foster close working relationships with academy and academy staff. Serve as department liaison to the academy and monitor and report to supervisions recruit progress.

Coordinates special projects, assignments, and activities as assigned. Performs administrative duties required in the maintenance of the department's firearms including ensuring proper upkeep and maintenance. Prepares and maintains accurate and complete records of the work performed; prepares clear and concise reports to monitor the success of training programs; creates related written materials.

Knowledge of:

• Understanding organizational policies, relevant laws (local, state, and federal), and how to apply them in real-world
  situations.
  
• Possessing the necessary tactical skills and knowledge for various law enforcement situations.
  
• Pertinent State and Federal motor vehicle laws, rules and regulations.
  
• Modern law enforcement methods, best practices and procedures.
  
• Decision-making and problem-solving abilities.
  
• 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:

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills to effectively convey information, provide feedback, and manage conflict.
  
• The ability to interact respectfully and effectively with diverse individuals and groups, including those in crisis.
  
• The capacity to analyze situations, make sound judgments, and solve problems under pressure.
  
• Proper knowledge and application of use-of-force techniques, including de-escalation strategies.
  
• The ability to perceive and interpret situations accurately.
  
• Proficiency in physical skills related to self-defense, first aid, and other necessary law enforcement tasks.
  
• The ability to manage one's own emotions and behaviors, especially in stressful situations.
  
• Google Platform

Ability to:

• The ability to effectively teach and train others, using various methods and techniques.
  
• The capacity to assess the performance of trainees and provide constructive feedback.
  
• The ability to adjust training methods and content to meet the needs of different learners and situations.
  
• The ability to coordinate training activities, manage logistics, and work with various stakeholders.
  
• The ability to create clear and concise training reports.
  
• Obtain an appointment from an Arizona Law Enforcement agency.
  

The ideal candidate will have a knowledge of administrative duties required in the maintenance of the departments firearms including ensuring proper upkeep and maintenance and purchasing supplies including firearms, Tasers, and other related duty equipment.

• Arizona Peace Officer Standards and Training (AZPOST) Full Authority certification.
  
• Weapons certified in accordance with AZ P.O.S.T. standards.
  
• Valid Driver License
  
• Must be an AZPOST General Instructor
  
• Must be an AZPOST Firearms instructor
  
• AZPOST Physical Fitness Instructor or be able to obtain certification within 6 months
  
• AZPOST Defensive Tactics Instructor or be able to obtain certification within 6 months
  
• TASER Instructor or be able to obtain certification within 6 months

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).

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

Mandatory participation in the Arizona Retirement System (ASRS) is required.

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.