Address:  ENFORCEMENT & COMPLIANCE DIVISION
4123 E. Valley Auto Circle Dr. Mesa, AZ 85206

Salary: $73,296.78 

Grade: 21

Closing Date: 07/14/2025

As a first line working supervisor this position plans, coordinates and provides day-to-day supervision of line operations at ports of entry or field enforcement offices; completes and maintains employee performance planners and annual evaluations; assists subordinates to interpret and communicate the provisions of state and federal motor vehicle codes pertaining to registration, operator licensing, tax credential, financial responsibility, size/weight and vehicle safety requirements. Establish schedules and work assignments; review work products or achievements; evaluates work and formulate plans for improvement; supervises inspection of motor carriers for violations, issues citations, trace origin and manufacturer's vehicle code numbers for identification; inspects commercial vehicles at terminals, ports of entry, and on the billings, or charges on pro-rated; collects and provides receipts for payments or deposits; completes shift reports. Directs the deployment of the Arizona Management System principles and guidelines efforts of the Bureau. Individuals who have served honorably as a peace officer in Arizona and their certification as a peace officer has lapsed, or served in another State may be eligible to gain Arizona POST certification through the Waiver Testing. Peace Officer Physical Aptitude Test (POPAT) is required. Background check and In-state travel is required.

• Counsels, instructs, trains and evaluates subordinates in proper work methods and requirements; reviews work of subordinates, remains informed of their performance, ensures compliance to required duties; makes planner entries and reviews performance progress with subordinates; schedules and assigns work to subordinates.
  
  
• If assigned to a Border position, performs CVSA inspections.
  If assigned to Field Inspections, perform vehicle identity inspections and registration compliance details.
  If assigned to a Port of Entry, participate in size and weight enforcement and CVSA inspections.
  
  
• Confers with area supervisors, peers and management staff; prepares reports and gathers statistical analyses from work product; interacts with other agencies, testifies in court; plans, coordinates and oversees enforcement details; reviews, investigates and resolves complaints from either the public or internal sources; keeps supervisor informed on progress of investigations.
  
  
• Performs same duties as subordinates 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.

Knowledge in:
*Knowledge of pertinent state and federal motor vehicle laws, rules and regulations, Title 17, Title 28 ECD Policies and Procedures.
*Law enforcement practices, procedures and International Fuel Tax Agreement (IFTA) requirements.
*Enhanced Vehicle Identification Inspection process, techniques and procedures, Transport; commercial vehicle inspections.
*Investigative techniques and methods.
*ADOT safety policies and procedures; ADOT Non-Discriminations policies.
*HazMat regulations and procedures;.
*Supervisory principles and techniques.
*Size and weights enforcement, permit sales, ADOT accounting policies and procedures.
*Have previously served as a certified peace officer in Arizona, another state, or federal agency, and meet all of the minimum qualifications for certification.

Skill in:
*Skills in supervising subordinates.
*Interpreting relevant state and federal transportation/motor vehicle laws, rules and regulations.
*Establishing and maintaining effective relationships with staff members and the public.
*Problem resolution; computer usage; verbal and written communication.
*Have completed the basic and advanced training that demonstrates substantial comparability to the Arizona basic course.
*Google Platform.

Ability in:

*Must be able to use computers for daily operations and communications with subordinates and supervisors.
*Ability to interpret motor vehicle laws, rules and regulations.
*Resolve discrepancies and problems expeditiously; effectively motivate staff toward program accomplishments and services.
*Attain and maintain Commercial Vehicle Safety Alliance (CVSA) certification.
*Quality and maintain firearms certification.
*May be required to obtain a commercial driver's license (CDL).
*Being a CDL holder is subject to periodic drug testing.
*To obtain an appointment from an Arizona Law Enforcement Agency.
*Ability to coach and develop employees, including continuous improvement practices and principles

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. Experience as an Enforcement Field Officer. Experience as an operational supervisor in a law enforcement or regulatory program.

Arizona Peace Officer Standards and Training (AZPOST) Full Authority certification. Weapons certified in accordance with AZ P.O.S.T. standards, CVSA Certified, Valid Driver's License. The position also requires a Commercial Vehicle Safety Inspector Certification, an Arizona Post Firearms Certification.

This position requires driving or the use of a vehicle as an essential function of the job, and  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.