Police Logistics Technician

Introduction

The Police Logistics Technician performs a wide variety of quartermaster duties, which includes: the issuance, maintenance, troubleshooting, and/or repair of various Police equipment and supplies. Installs and maintains Police wireless communication equipment including: laptop computers and radios. Liaison between Police and Fleet regarding vehicle builds,equipment and repairs. Responsible for logistics and preparation for special events and trainings.

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Anticipated starting salary for this position may be up to mid-point depending on candidate's experience and internal equity.

The full salary range is listed above and mid-point for this position is $30.73 /hour or $63,918.40 annually.

Minimum Qualifications

Education and Experience:

• An Associate's Degree in Criminal Justice or Technology related studies, related trade school certification, from an accredited educational institution.
• Two years of experience in: warehousing procedures, vehicle maintenance, customer service, and related technical fields.
• An equivalent combination of education and job related experience may substitute for the educational requirements on a year-for-year basis.

Licensing, Certifications, and Other Requirements:

• Must possess and maintain a valid, unrestricted driver's license with no major citations within the past 39 months prior to the start date. The Arizona Department of Motor Vehicles requires that out-of-state driver's licenses must be surrendered within 10 days of relocating to the State of Arizona.
• Every person employed by the City of Scottsdale shall reside in the State of Arizona during his or her active employment by the City, regardless of whether the employee is approved to remote work.

Other pertinent licenses and/or certifications may be required of some positions depending on division/department/services assignment.

Essential Functions

Performs duties and responsibilities commensurate with assigned functional area which may include, but are not limited to, any combination of the following:

• Coordinates, tracks, and follows through on Police vehicle repairs and maintenance with: the City's fleet department, car dealerships, or vendors installing equipment. Coordinates schedule in order to transport vehicles to/from outside vendors for repairs.
• Provides preventative maintenance, operates, troubleshoots, and performs minor repairs of various Police equipment including: radios (vehicle and portable), portable breath testing devices, radar units, in car computer terminals, cellular telephones, and pagers.
• Transports and coordinates repairs and replacements with vendors. Orders or purchases supplies for minor repairs.
• Prepares, stocks, and maintains the special operations division vehicles for: special events, sobriety checkpoints/Driving Under the Influence (DUI) enforcement programs, and emergency situations. Assists and coordinates delivery of special events equipment and vehicles - DUI enforcement programs, certain training classes, and other local public special events. Tests, repairs, maintains, and calibrates alcohol breath testing equipment.
• Transports or arranges for the transport of vehicles. Performs or arranges for unusual detailing or decontamination cleanup of vehicles.
• Prioritizes and tracks daily activities through written repair orders. Performs physical inventories and notifies supervisor of equipment and supply needs. Occasionally issues or retrieves equipment supplied to new hire or employees separated from service.
• Orders and warehouses supplies and equipment for the department. Issues and controls Police equipment inventory. Maintains accurate inventories and Purchasing Card transactions. Reconciles monthly all Purchasing Card transactions.

Work Environment/Physical Demands

The physical demands and work environment characteristics described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this position or that an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this position. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Work is performed in: an office environment, in police vehicles in various weather conditions, in a warehouse type of facility, and in the field as needed.
• Seldom sedentary and includes walking or moving. Work sometimes involves climbing elevations.
• Exposure to dust, grease, noise, inclement weather, temperature extremes, and unpleasant hazardous odors.
• Mechanical aptitude to work on: computers, breathalyzer equipment, radios, modems, cellular, ancillary support communication equipment, and other police equipment.
• Bend, move, and crawl in and about vehicles to assess or repair a vehicle or equipment problem.
• Lift arms above shoulder level.
• Distinguish colors to identify wiring and electronic components.
• Prepare boxed items of equipment and supplies.
• Manual dexterity to operate: various basic hand tools, cleaning equipment, and various police equipment described above.
• Move and carry equipment weighing up to 50 pounds.
• Operate a variety of standard office equipment including: computer, telephone, calculator, copy and fax machines requiring continuous and repetitive arm, hand, and eye movement.
• Travel to/from various locations.
• Operate a motor vehicle and large City emergency vehicles.
• Visual and muscular dexterity to operate: equipment, computer, and two-way radio.
• Perform shift work and be placed on on-call status during non-duty hours.

Benefits Highlights:

The City of Scottsdale offers a comprehensive benefits package including:

• 12 Paid Holidays, which includes 1 Floating Holiday
• Vacation Accrual; starts at 10.3 hours/month
• Sick Leave Accrual; 8 hours/month
• Medical (which includes behavioral health coverage), Dental and Vision Benefits
• City Paid Basic Life Insurance (equal to one times employee annual salary); option of Supplemental Life Insurance
• Tuition Reimbursement; $2,500/year
• Participation in the Arizona State Retirement System (ASRS) Defined benefit plan with mandatory employer and employee contributions currently at 12% which includes a Long-Term Disability benefit
• Supplemental Retirement Plans through Nationwide; 457
• Pet Insurance
• Bilingual pay compensation

Please visit the Human Resources and Benefits Information page for more information.

Selection Process:

The application and supplemental questions are an integral part of the selection process and must be completed in full in order for you to be considered as a candidate. Please complete each section and answer all questions as thoroughly as possible.DO NOT state “See Resume” in lieu of answering. Unanswered questions, incomplete responses, omissions, or partial information may result in disqualification from the selection process.

Applicants whose education, training and experience most closely meet the needs of the position may be invited to participate in a selection process that may include a panel interview. Successful candidates will receive a post-offer, pre-employment background screening that may include:

• Fingerprinting search of the national FBI Database
• Criminal Background screening
• Drug Screen
• 39-Month Motor Vehicle Department Records Check

The timeframe for reapplication with the Police Department varies based on the position and the needs of the organization.

The City of Scottsdale reserves the right to change this process at any time, potentially without advance notice.

PLEASE NOTE: Years of experience are based on a work schedule of 2,080 hours per year for full-time positions and 1,040 hours per year for part-time positions, and while work experience may substitute for education on a year-for-year basis, depending upon the job classification, education may not be substituted for work experience.

EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY: It is the policy of the city to provide employment opportunities to all persons based solely on ability, regardless of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, sexual orientation, gender identity or disability.

When advised, reasonable accommodations will be made in order for an “otherwise qualified applicant" with a disability to participate in any phase of the recruitment process. Please contact Human Resources to request an accommodation. Persons with a disability may request a reasonable accommodation by contacting HR Receptionist at (480) 312-2491. Requests should be made 24 hours in advance or as early as possible to allow time to arrange the accommodation. For TTY users, the Arizona Relay Service (1-800-367-8939) may contact HR Receptionist at (480) 312-2491.

This position description does not constitute an employment agreement between the employer and employee and is subject to change by the employer as the needs of the employer and requirements of the position change.

Full-Time Positions:
The City of Scottsdale offers a comprehensive benefit package including vacation, holiday and medical leave as well as insurance for medical, dental, vision, life, short and long term disability insurance. For a more detailed overview of the employee benefits, click here .

Part-Time Positions:
The City of Scottsdale offers paid medical leave for part-time staff.

Commute Solutions Program
City of Scottsdale provides free Valley Metro Platinum passes to employees for the bus and light rail systems when commuting; a vanpool subsidy is also available. Employees can decrease stress, decrease wear & tear on their vehicle, and help the environment all at the same time.

Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program (PSLF).
The City of Scottsdale is considered a qualified employer for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program (PSLF). You may find more information about the PSFL program by going to the Federal Student Aid website by clicking here .

Closing Date/Time: 4/9/2026 11:59 PM Arizona

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