DEPT OF TRANSPORTATION

Address: GLOBE, ARIZONA
Travel within Arizona and outside of Arizona required for this role.

Salary: $83.049.14 

Grade: 23

Under the general supervision of a Captain, a Lieutenant oversees the supervision of Sergeants and all subordinates assigned under their command, has the authority to approve actions and/or resolve administrative issues and functions as a mid-level manager in a defined area of responsibility; plans, organizes and coordinates the daily activities of a designated area of operation to include planning and overseeing the joint detail operations throughout the State, to include authoring operational plans and after action reports, and acts as a representative of the agency by attending various community meetings, committees, and business meetings to promote existing and new programs within the department; is responsible for analyzing data and preparing detailed reports of all operations to the Captain and/or Executive Command Staff, completes annual performance evaluations of supervisor subordinates, reviews and approves reports of supervisory subordinates for accuracy and compliance, delegates' tasks and responsibilities as needed, promotes a transparent working environment and ensures that all areas of operations are functioning properly and efficiently, fiscal responsibility for their designated area, participate in the departmental hiring and promotional process, and may also assist in the development and communication of departmental operating procedures; also acts as a liaison for their subordinates by relaying orders, directives and messages given by Senior Command.

Model ADOT values through leading, coaching and developing problem solvers to implement and sustain a continuous improvement culture. Leaders are accountable, transparent, and communicative as they foster an inclusive, diverse, and safe environment.

In-state and out-of- state travel is required.
A background check is required.

Directs subordinates ensuring safety of all operational personnel and the general public, promotes enforcement of state and federal laws, rules and regulations. Monitors all activities within the area of responsibility to ensure all goals and objectives are being met. Examine all operations and programs assessing effectiveness. Working closely with our ACVSP partners and Outreach with stakeholders and industry partners.

Manage, coordinate and oversee all activities relating to commercial vehicles including inspections, issuance of oversize/overweight and registration permits, compliance of size/weight laws, and rules and regulations at fixed and mobile weight enforcement facilities. Fiscally responsible for the area. Planning and overseeing of joint detail operations throughout the the State, to include authoring operational plans and after action reports.

Prepares reports and gathers statistical analyses from work products. Plans, coordinates and oversees enforcement details. Reviews, investigates and resolves complaints from either the public or internal sources. Keeps the supervisor informed of progress of investigations. Deploying Mobile Scale trailers to ensure the Department’s annual Vehicle Size and Weight Report metrics are being met.

Daily supervision of CVEU activities around the State and responsible for managing other agency requests for assistance from CVEU squads to address a local CMV issue.

Performs same duties as subordinates on an as needed basis: issuing permits, screening commercial driver/vehicle credentials, weighing commercial vehicles, performing enhanced vehicle identity inspections, registration compliance, commercial vehicle safety inspections and all other duties performed by Enforcement and Compliance Field Enforcement Officers when required.

Interprets Arizona Revised Statutes, ADOT and ECD Policies, Procedures and Federal Regulations. Interpret and enforce all state and federal laws, rules and regulations, policies and procedures to include Arizona Revised Statutes (ARS) Title 13 (Criminal Law), Title 28 (Transportation Law), Arizona Administrative Code Title 17 (Transportation), ECD and ADOT Policies and Procedures.

Inventories and requisitions supplies, office equipment, personnel equipment, warehouse items and accountable forms. Verifies daily remittances and ensures deposits are made in a timely fashion.

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
• Use of force guidelines and protocols
• Court systems, procedures and protocols
• Activity reporting and accounting procedures established for the work system
• Principles of supervision and personnel administration
• Departmental policies and procedures
• Strategy and tactics for management
• Deploying Mobile Scale trailers to ensure the Department’s annual Vehicle Size and Weight.

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 subordinates and the general public.
• Outreach with stakeholders and industry partners
• 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
• Interpersonal relationships
• Problem solving and using good judgment
• Effectively supervising, leading and delegating tasks and authority.
• Google Platform

Ability to:
• Analyze and critic reports from subordinate personnel
• Communicate effectively with staff members and the general public
• Maintain moral standards and integrity
• Plan and direct a small workforce
• Observe and address potential problems
• Make effective and reasonable decisions
• Operate law enforcement computers, software and database programs
• Maintain required firearms certification
• Understand and interpret laws, rules and regulations
• Provide guidance and direction to subordinates
• Analyze complex law enforcement and security issues and find solutions.
• Responsible for managing other agency requests for assistance from CVEU squads to address a local CMV issue.
• Ability to coach and develop employees, including continuous improvement practices and principles.

Minimum of 4-years experience as a Sergeant. Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university in police administration, criminal justice, public administration, or a related field is desirable; additional experience as a law enforcement manager or graduate of the FBI National Academy.

• Arizona Peace Officer Standards and Training (AZPOST) Full Authority certification.
• Weapons certified in accordance with AZ P.O.S.T. standards.
• Valid Driver License.
• Commercial Vehicle Safety Alliance (CVSA)Part A and B certification.
  

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.