Ecd Authority Lateral Officer

DEPT OF TRANSPORTATION Be a part of an innovative and collaborative team driving a safer transportation system for Arizona.

Job Location:

FUEL TAX EVASION

3838 N. CENTRAL AVE.
PHOENIX, AZ 85012

Posting Details:
Salary: $57,301.32 - $69,807.26 Grade: 20 Closing Date: 12/10/2025

This position 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. The Fuel Tax Unit is responsible for sampling/analyzing fuel sources during roadside enforcement on vehicles of interest and when conducting unannounced inspections to identify fuel tax fraud. Enforces all state and federal laws and regulations relative to commercial vehicle enforcement and regulatory compliance.

Background check and in and out-of-state and overnight travel is 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 all other duties performed by Officers.

Collaborating with ADOT's Financial Management Services group and their team of auditors to use a data driven approach in identifying fuel tax evaders. Fuel Tax Evasion Unit officers to provide education and outreach to individuals and businesses within the related industries.

Conducting surveillance at fueling stations to detect the misuse of dyed diesel fuel and use class fuel. Collecting information about the illegal importation of diversion of untaxed diesel fuel or biodiesel fuels originating from sources outside of Arizona. Supplementing current enforcement efforts with additional operational details which target fuel bootlegging and dyed fuel violations.

Knowledge of:

• Pertinent State and Federal motor vehicle laws, rules and Regulations
• Knowledge of sampling/analyzing fuel sources on vehicles during inspections at construction sites, ranches, farms, other agricultural business locations, and motor fuel stations
• 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
• Skills in Fuel Tax Evasion Unit and provide education and outreach to individuals and businesses within the related industries
• 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
• 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
• Complete all work assignments in a timely manner

Knowledge of Motor Vehicle Laws, rules and regulations; computer skills, report writing and basic money handling experience. 1 year of law enforcement experience.