Port of Entry

I-10 Mile Post 383.5

San Simon AZ 85632

Salary: $76961.62

Grade: 21

Closing Date: 11/05/2025 11:55p

This position plans coordinates and provides day-to-day supervision of line operations at ports of entry or field enforcement offices; assists subordinates with interpreting and communicating the provisions of state and federal motor vehicle codes pertaining to registration operator licensing tax credential financial responsibility size/weight and vehicle safety requirements. Supervise and conducts inspections of commercial motor vehicles at terminals ports of entry etc.

Background check and in-state travel is required.

If assigned to Field Inspections perform vehicle identify inspections and registration compliance details.
If assigned to a Port of Entry participate in size and weight enforcement and CVSA inspections.
If assigned to a Border position perform CVSA inspections.

All assignments:
Counsels instructs and evaluates subordinates in proper work methods and requirements; reviews work of subordinates evaluates performance and ensures compliance to required duties; makes planner entries reviews progress and conducts annual evaluations; schedules and assigns work to subordinates.

Confers with area supervisors peers and management staff; prepares reports and gathers statistical analyses from work products; 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 leaders informed on progress of investigations.

Performs same duties as subordinates issuing permits screening commercial driver/vehicle credentials weighing commercial vehicles performing enhanced vehicle identify inspections registration compliance commercial vehicle safety inspections and all other duties performed by Enforcement and Compliance Field Enforcement Officers when required

Knowledge of:
Pertinent state and federal motor vehicle laws rules and regulations Title 17 Title 28 ECD policies and procedures
Law enforcement practices procedures
International Fuel Tax Agreement (IFTA) requirements
Enhanced vehicle identification inspection process techniques and procedures
Commercial vehicle inspections
Investigative techniques and methods
ADOT non-discrimination policies
HazMAT regulations and procedures
Supervisory principles and technique
Size and weight enforcement permit sales
ADOT accounting policies and procedures

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
Verbal and written communication-
Computer usage
Google Workspace-

Ability to:
Communication with subordinates and supervisors
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.
Qualify and maintain firearms certifications

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

Valid drivers license
Arizona Peace Officer Standards and Training (AZPOST) Full Authority certifications.
Weapons certified in accordance with AZPOST standards and CVSA certified.

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.

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 drivers license complete all required training and successfully pass all necessary drivers license record checks. The license must be current unexpired and neither revoked nor suspended. Employees who drive on state business are subject to drivers 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.) R.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 programhere. 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 or phone call at 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 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.