Criminal Investigator III - Western Colorado

Summary

Criminal Investigator IIIThe Liquor and Tobacco Enforcement Division (LED) serves and protects the Colorado public while supporting a clean, healthy, and responsible liquor and tobacco industry. The Division administers and enforces Colorado's alcohol beverage and tobacco laws and regulations through regulatory compliance, education, inspections, and criminal and administrative investigations.As a Criminal Investigator III, you will serve as a certified Peace Officer – Peace Officer Standards and Training (P.O.S.T.) responsible for conducting criminal and administrative investigations of licensed liquor and tobacco businesses throughout Colorado. You will conduct inspections and compliance checks, investigate alleged violations, gather and analyze evidence, interview involved parties, and prepare comprehensive investigative reports. This position also conducts undercover and surveillance operations and works closely with local law enforcement and licensing authorities to promote compliance with Colorado liquor and tobacco laws and regulations.Primary Job DutiesConduct inspections, compliance checks, and criminal, administrative, and regulatory investigations involving alleged violations of Colorado Liquor and Tobacco Statutes, Criminal Statutes, and Regulations.Respond to complaints and proactively inspect licensed liquor and tobacco businesses to identify violations, determine compliance, and take appropriate enforcement action.Conduct interviews of witnesses, suspects, complainants, applicants, licensees, victims, and members of the public to gather information and evidence related to investigations.Gather, analyze, and document evidence through investigative techniques including surveillance, undercover operations, database research, public records, and other available technological resources.Conduct covert operations and surveillance of liquor and tobacco licensees, including underage sale compliance operations, and coordinate investigative activities with other agencies as appropriate.Apply investigative techniques, problem-solving, professional judgment, and applicable laws and regulations to assess compliance, identify violations, and reach sound investigative conclusions.Prepare clear, concise, accurate, and comprehensive investigative reports, affidavits, summonses, warrants, charging documents, and other documentation for criminal prosecution or administrative action.Exercise statutory peace officer authority when appropriate, including issuing criminal summonses, making arrests, and assisting local law enforcement agencies with liquor and tobacco investigations.Collaborate with local licensing authorities, law enforcement agencies, licensees, and other stakeholders to conduct investigations and compliance activities and provide education regarding liquor and tobacco requirements.Testify in civil and criminal court and administrative hearings and clearly communicate investigative findings and evidence.***THIS POSITION IS CONSIDERED REMOTE, HOWEVER THE WORK IS GENERALLY PERFORMED IN THE FIELD***While the position is considered remote, it is assigned to the Department of Revenue office located at 200 Grand Ave, Suite 202, Grand Junction, 81501.The work is generally performed in the field rather than at the Grand Junction State Office.This role supports multiple locations across the state; frequent travel is required in the Western Region of Colorado.Reporting to the Grand Junction office or other locations around the state will be necessary on an as-needed basis for meetings with staff and client groups, or for other business needs as determined by the supervisor.Minimum Qualifications, Substitutions, Conditions of Employment & Appeal RightsResidency Requirement:This posting is only open to residents of the State of Colorado at the time of submitting your application.Class Code & Classification Description:A2A4XX - CRIMINAL INVESTIGATOR IIIMINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:Must meet the following or a combination of education and experience to meet the minimum (MQ) qualifications:Experience: Six (6) years of full-time professional investigative experience in a regulatory environment.AND Must possess a valid Colorado POST certification that is active, in good standing, and free of any restrictions, suspensions, or revocations at the time of applying. OR Education/ExperienceA Bachelor's degree from an accredited institution in accounting, business administration, public administration, criminology, criminal justice, criminalistics, political science, police science, law enforcement, law, psychology, sociology or a closely related field as determined by the department.ANDTwo (2) years of full-time professional investigative experience in a regulatory environment.AND Must possess a valid Colorado POST certification that is active, in good standing, and free of any restrictions, suspensions, or revocations at the time of applying.Substitutions Six (6) years of relevant experience, as described above, may be substituted for the required degree on a year-for-year basis.Necessary Qualifications:Applicants must successfully pass a background investigation and a tax check prior to appointment to positions in the Liquor & Tobacco Division.Must possess a valid Colorado POST certification that is active, in good standing, and free of any restrictions, suspensions, or revocations at the time of applying.Must be able to pass a pre-employment background check.Must pass a pre-employment Physical and Psychological evaluation.Applicants must be willing to work nights, rotating shifts, weekends, holidays, and maintain on-call status while off-duty for emergency and supervisory response.Ability to travel extensively on a daily basis through the designated territory, spanning Grand Junction to Idaho Springs (west-east) and Wyoming border to Pagosa Springs (north-south).Maintains proficiency and qualification with firearms and other defensive equipment assigned and as required by Colorado P.O.S.T.Attends all DOR compliance training modules.Certify and maintain certification in arrest control techniques.Applicants must be willing and able to perform heavy lifting, carrying, or otherwise moving objects, occasionally up to 100 pounds.Preferred Qualifications:The ideal candidate will possess the following skills:Knowledge of Colorado rules and regulation related to Liquor & Tobacco.Demonstrated experience in communication and interpersonal, oral, and written communication skills.Experience with administrative investigations in a regulated environment.Problem solving and troubleshooting skills.Demonstrate the ability to plan and organize.Ability to complete reports in a thorough, accurate and concise manner.Experience with rule making processes.NOTE: If submitting a transcript, certification or other relevant materials, candidates may redact information that identifies their age, date of birth, or dates of attendance at or graduation from an educational institution.Conditions of Employment:Must possess and maintain a valid Colorado driver's license (at the time of application).Must possess a valid Colorado POST certification that is active, in good standing, and free of any restrictions, suspensions, or revocations at the time of applying.Must be 21 years of age or older for this position.Must be able to pass a background check.Candidate may be required to pass a Pre-Employment Drug Screen.Must be willing to travel on a regular basis throughout the assigned region spanning from Grand Junction to Idaho Springs (west-east) and Wyoming border to Pagosa Springs (north-south).Minimum Qualification ScreeningA Human Resources Analyst will only review the work experience/job duties sections of the online job application, to determine whether you meet the minimum qualifications for the position for which you are applying. Only complete applications submitted before the closing date of this announcement will be reviewed.Applicants must meet the minimum qualifications to continue in the selection process for this position. Do not use "see resume" or "see attached" statements on your application.Cover letters and resumes will not be accepted in lieu of the official State of Colorado online application. Part-time work experience will be prorated.Recommended attachments: Resume, Cover letterList your employment history starting with the most recent job, including part-time, temporary, and volunteer jobs. If more than one job was held with a given organization, list each job held as a separate period of employment.Information must be accurate, including dates of employment. If it is found that information provided is falsified, you will not be considered for a job with the State of Colorado and/or may be removed from a job after hire.The eligible list

Job Description

Criminal Investigator IIIThe Liquor and Tobacco Enforcement Division (LED) serves and protects the Colorado public while supporting a clean, healthy, and responsible liquor and tobacco industry. The Division administers and enforces Colorado's alcohol beverage and tobacco laws and regulations through regulatory compliance, education, inspections, and criminal and administrative investigations.As a Criminal Investigator III, you will serve as a certified Peace Officer – Peace Officer Standards and Training (P.O.S.T.) responsible for conducting criminal and administrative investigations of licensed liquor and tobacco businesses throughout Colorado. You will conduct inspections and compliance checks, investigate alleged violations, gather and analyze evidence, interview involved parties, and prepare comprehensive investigative reports. This position also conducts undercover and surveillance operations and works closely with local law enforcement and licensing authorities to promote compliance with Colorado liquor and tobacco laws and regulations.Primary Job DutiesConduct inspections, compliance checks, and criminal, administrative, and regulatory investigations involving alleged violations of Colorado Liquor and Tobacco Statutes, Criminal Statutes, and Regulations.Respond to complaints and proactively inspect licensed liquor and tobacco businesses to identify violations, determine compliance, and take appropriate enforcement action.Conduct interviews of witnesses, suspects, complainants, applicants, licensees, victims, and members of the public to gather information and evidence related to investigations.Gather, analyze, and document evidence through investigative techniques including surveillance, undercover operations, database research, public records, and other available technological resources.Conduct covert operations and surveillance of liquor and tobacco licensees, including underage sale compliance operations, and coordinate investigative activities with other agencies as appropriate.Apply investigative techniques, problem-solving, professional judgment, and applicable laws and regulations to assess compliance, identify violations, and reach sound investigative conclusions.Prepare clear, concise, accurate, and comprehensive investigative reports, affidavits, summonses, warrants, charging documents, and other documentation for criminal prosecution or administrative action.Exercise statutory peace officer authority when appropriate, including issuing criminal summonses, making arrests, and assisting local law enforcement agencies with liquor and tobacco investigations.Collaborate with local licensing authorities, law enforcement agencies, licensees, and other stakeholders to conduct investigations and compliance activities and provide education regarding liquor and tobacco requirements.Testify in civil and criminal court and administrative hearings and clearly communicate investigative findings and evidence.***THIS POSITION IS CONSIDERED REMOTE, HOWEVER THE WORK IS GENERALLY PERFORMED IN THE FIELD***While the position is considered remote, it is assigned to the Department of Revenue office located at 200 Grand Ave, Suite 202, Grand Junction, 81501.The work is generally performed in the field rather than at the Grand Junction State Office.This role supports multiple locations across the state; frequent travel is required in the Western Region of Colorado.Reporting to the Grand Junction office or other locations around the state will be necessary on an as-needed basis for meetings with staff and client groups, or for other business needs as determined by the supervisor.Minimum Qualifications, Substitutions, Conditions of Employment & Appeal RightsResidency Requirement:This posting is only open to residents of the State of Colorado at the time of submitting your application.Class Code & Classification Description:A2A4XX - CRIMINAL INVESTIGATOR IIIMINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:Must meet the following or a combination of education and experience to meet the minimum (MQ) qualifications:Experience: Six (6) years of full-time professional investigative experience in a regulatory environment.AND Must possess a valid Colorado POST certification that is active, in good standing, and free of any restrictions, suspensions, or revocations at the time of applying. OR Education/ExperienceA Bachelor's degree from an accredited institution in accounting, business administration, public administration, criminology, criminal justice, criminalistics, political science, police science, law enforcement, law, psychology, sociology or a closely related field as determined by the department.ANDTwo (2) years of full-time professional investigative experience in a regulatory environment.AND Must possess a valid Colorado POST certification that is active, in good standing, and free of any restrictions, suspensions, or revocations at the time of applying.Substitutions Six (6) years of relevant experience, as described above, may be substituted for the required degree on a year-for-year basis.Necessary Qualifications:Applicants must successfully pass a background investigation and a tax check prior to appointment to positions in the Liquor & Tobacco Division.Must possess a valid Colorado POST certification that is active, in good standing, and free of any restrictions, suspensions, or revocations at the time of applying.Must be able to pass a pre-employment background check.Must pass a pre-employment Physical and Psychological evaluation.Applicants must be willing to work nights, rotating shifts, weekends, holidays, and maintain on-call status while off-duty for emergency and supervisory response.Ability to travel extensively on a daily basis through the designated territory, spanning Grand Junction to Idaho Springs (west-east) and Wyoming border to Pagosa Springs (north-south).Maintains proficiency and qualification with firearms and other defensive equipment assigned and as required by Colorado P.O.S.T.Attends all DOR compliance training modules.Certify and maintain certification in arrest control techniques.Applicants must be willing and able to perform heavy lifting, carrying, or otherwise moving objects, occasionally up to 100 pounds.Preferred Qualifications:The ideal candidate will possess the following skills:Knowledge of Colorado rules and regulation related to Liquor & Tobacco.Demonstrated experience in communication and interpersonal, oral, and written communication skills.Experience with administrative investigations in a regulated environment.Problem solving and troubleshooting skills.Demonstrate the ability to plan and organize.Ability to complete reports in a thorough, accurate and concise manner.Experience with rule making processes.NOTE: If submitting a transcript, certification or other relevant materials, candidates may redact information that identifies their age, date of birth, or dates of attendance at or graduation from an educational institution.Conditions of Employment:Must possess and maintain a valid Colorado driver's license (at the time of application).Must possess a valid Colorado POST certification that is active, in good standing, and free of any restrictions, suspensions, or revocations at the time of applying.Must be 21 years of age or older for this position.Must be able to pass a background check.Candidate may be required to pass a Pre-Employment Drug Screen.Must be willing to travel on a regular basis throughout the assigned region spanning from Grand Junction to Idaho Springs (west-east) and Wyoming border to Pagosa Springs (north-south).Minimum Qualification ScreeningA Human Resources Analyst will only review the work experience/job duties sections of the online job application, to determine whether you meet the minimum qualifications for the position for which you are applying. Only complete applications submitted before the closing date of this announcement will be reviewed.Applicants must meet the minimum qualifications to continue in the selection process for this position. Do not use "see resume" or "see attached" statements on your application.Cover letters and resumes will not be accepted in lieu of the official State of Colorado online application. Part-time work experience will be prorated.Recommended attachments: Resume, Cover letterList your employment history starting with the most recent job, including part-time, temporary, and volunteer jobs. If more than one job was held with a given organization, list each job held as a separate period of employment.Information must be accurate, including dates of employment. If it is found that information provided is falsified, you will not be considered for a job with the State of Colorado and/or may be removed from a job after hire.The eligible list