Company Profile
Arizona Dept, of Public Safety
Company Overview
Courteous Vigilance is the Arizona Department of Public Safety’s motto and guiding principle, which reflects the pride of the Department. We provide quality, reliable and respectful service to the citizens of Arizona while being vigilant in the enforcement of the laws of the state.
The following are our core values, supporting the tradition of Courteous Vigilance:
•Human Life: We value, respect and protect human life and the rights of all persons.
•Integrity: We are honest and truthful, recognizing integrity is the cornerstone for all that is done by DPS employees.
•Courage: We demonstrate moral and physical courage in the performance of our duties.
•Accountability: We accept responsibility for our actions.
•Customer Service: We consistently deliver exceptional assistance.
•Communication: We share factual information in a timely manner through various mediums both internally and externally.
•Leadership: We set examples which influence excellence in personal behavior and job performance.
•Teamwork: We respect and cooperate with fellow employees, other agencies and the community to identify and achieve common goals.
•Citizenship: We are involved in activities which improve the quality of life in our communities
Company History
The first regional law enforcement effort in Arizona occurred in 1901 when the territorial governor organized the "Arizona Rangers." This small force made a strong impact on the rustling and smuggling problems of the time but was disbanded in 1909, three years before Arizona achieved statehood.
Twenty-two years later, because of concern regarding the growing number of accidents and unlicensed vehicles on its highways, the Arizona Highway Patrol was instituted as a branch of the Arizona Highway Department. The initial force in 1931 was limited to a superintendent, 14 patrolmen (one authorized for each county) and one desk sergeant.
In 1967, the governor's crime commission recommended creation of the department to "assemble state-level law enforcement activities into a single, effective governmental unit." Two years later, on July 1, 1969, the Arizona Department of Public Safety was officially established. It consolidated the functions and responsibilities of the Arizona Highway Patrol, the Enforcement Division of the Department of Liquor Licenses and Control, and the Narcotics Division of the Arizona Department of Law. Since 1969, the Department has been charged with additional responsibilities and has developed into a modern, comprehensive law enforcement agency.
The Department enforces state laws with primary responsibility in the areas of traffic, narcotics, organized crime/racketeering, liquor and specific regulatory functions. Operational and technical assistance is provided to local and state governmental agencies and other components of the criminal justice community; services include scientific analysis, aircraft support, emergency first care, criminal information systems and statewide communications.
The Department also promotes and enhances the quality of public safety through cooperative enforcement, intelligence gathering, training employees of law enforcement agencies, and increasing public awareness of criminal activities. With its main headquarters in Phoenix, the DPS employs over 1600 employees working together to serve and support the interests of public safety throughout Arizona.
Benefits
The Arizona Department of Public Safety is proud to offer a comprehensive benefits package to all employees in cooperation with the State of Arizona. A summary of benefits can be found below:
Insurance Benefits
Benefits are administered by the Arizona Department of Administration.
•Medical
•Dental
•Vision
•Life Insurance
•Disability Insurance
•Flexible Spending
Retirement Benefits:
Benefits are administered by either the Public Safety Personnel Retirement System or the Arizona State Retirement System depending on your rank.
•Public Safety Personnel Retirement System (sworn)
•Arizona State Retirement System (civilian)
Time Off (Vacation & Sick Time)
Vacation time is accrued based on years of service with the State.
Paid Holidays
•Ten (10) paid holidays are recognized per year
Additional Benefits
•Employee Assistance, Peer and Family Support Programs
•Bus Cards
Related Links
•Plan Benefits Summary Sheet & Costs
•State of Arizona - Benefit Services Division
Comprehensive information about your benefits provided by the Arizona Department of Administration
Sick Leave is accrued at a flat rate for all employees: Full-Time 4.62