DEPT OF TRANSPORTATION

TAX EVASION

3838 N. CENTRAL AVE

PHOENIX, AZ 85012

Salary: $57,301.32 - $69,807.26 

*This position is eligible for a $4,000 hiring incentive

Grade: 20

Closing Date: 07/06/2026

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 travel is required.

*This position is eligible for a $4,000 hiring incentive.

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. 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
• 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
• Knowledge of and ability of having 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
• Fuel Tax Evasion Unit and provide education and outreach to individuals and businesses within the related industries
• Eliciting factual information and drawing valid conclusions
• Use and care of firearms
• Operate police equipment in emergency situations
• Exercise discretion in use of force
• Verbal and written communication
• Problem solving and using good judgment
• Google Workspace
• Completed the basic and advanced training that demonstrates substantial comparability to the Arizona basic Course

Ability to:

• Prepare clear and concise reports
• Establish and maintaining effective relationships 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
• Complete all work assignments in a timely manner
• Obtain an appointment from an Arizona Law Enforcement Agency

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

The following conditions are required for this role:

Arizona Peace Officer Standards and Training (AZPOST) Full Authority certifications.

Weapons certified in accordance with AZPOST standards and obtain the CVSA certification within 6 months of hire. 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. PAT is required for all Wavier Testing.

Valid Driver's License. 

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

Employee Referral Program
This position is eligible for an employee referral incentive if all criteria are met.

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.

*Certain criteria must be met in order to receive the hiring incentive pay-out.