Criminal Investigator IV - Racing Events Division

Criminal Investigator IV - Racing Events Division

This position is open only to Colorado state residents. The salary range for this position is $84,936.00 - $93,648.00 annually. This position is a partially remote role that is primarily tasked with performing work duties via flex-place (aka telework, work-from-home arrangements) on-site visits with client groups as needed, including to the position address at 1707 Cole Blvd., Suite 300 Lakewood, CO 80401 and seasonal in-person work duties at the Division's Arapahoe Park and off-track facility located at 26000 E. Quincy Ave. Aurora CO, 80016.

The mission of the Colorado Department of Revenue (CDOR) is to become a trusted partner to every Coloradan to help them navigate the complexities of government so they can thrive. We are driven by our values of service, teamwork, accountability, integrity, and respect. The vision of the department is to empower businesses and individuals through quality customer service, innovation, and collaboration. We celebrate diversity and support an equitable and inclusive culture. We embrace our differences because we believe this brings innovation to our work.

The Racing Events Division is a law enforcement and regulatory agency with the responsibility to administer and enforce the laws and rules of the Colorado horse racing industry. This position will be provided with training and professional development in the technical expertise, guidance and support the Division requires to help meet its mission.

A typical day of a Criminal Investigator IV :

This position is responsible for criminal, regulatory, and financial investigations related to the racing industry and its operations, as well as the enforcement of Colorado Division of Racing Regulations and Colorado Revised Statutes. Serves as an expert in licensing practices and requirements, conducting complex background checks and licensing investigations, and performing additional duties as assigned. This position will also perform duties that may not be present within this PD, as assigned by the appointing authority, manager, or supervisor.

Job Duties

• Regulatory Licensing Related Investigations
• Regulatory Field Work and Inspections
• Criminal and Regulatory Enforcement / Investigations
• Work Leader Responsible for Day-to-Day Activities of the Compliance Investigator Series

Minimum Qualifications, Substitutions, Conditions of Employment & Appeal Rights :

Residency Requirement : This posting is only open to residents of the State of Colorado at the time of submitting your application.

Class Code & Classification Description : A2A5XX CRIMINAL INVESTIGATOR IV

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS : Experience Only : Eight (8) years of investigative experience conducting both criminal and regulatory investigations.

OR Education and Experience : A combination of related education and / or relevant experience in 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 equal to eight (8) years.

Special Qualifications :

Applicants must successfully pass a background investigation and a tax check prior to appointment to positions in the Division of Racing. Must possess and maintain a valid Colorado Driver's License (at the time of application). Applicants must successfully pass a Psychological Evaluation prior to being appointed to a position in the Division of Racing. Applicants must be willing to work nights, weekends, holidays, and maintain on-call status while off-duty for emergency response. Maintain a current / valid Colorado Peace Officer Standards & Training (POST) certification at the time of application.

Preferred Qualifications :

The ideal candidate will possess the following skills : Knowledge of Colorado rules and regulations related to Division of Racing. Outstanding candidates will have recent experience with : investigations interpreting and applying statutes and researching databases. Additional years of experience in professional investigative and / or compliance experience in a regulatory environment. Problem solving and troubleshooting skills. Demonstrate the ability to plan and organize. Ability to complete reports in a thorough, accurate and concise manner. Excellent communication and interpersonal skills. Proven ability to work independently and accept supervision. Proven success organizing and tracking workload. Proficiency in the Microsoft Office Suite. Proficiency in Google-Workspace.

Conditions of Employment with the CDOR :

Employees are in a position of public trust in the performance of their job duties and must operate in a manner that maintains the highest standards of honesty, integrity, and public confidence. As a condition of employment with the CDOR, all personnel must file all necessary Colorado Individual Income Tax (CIIT) returns and pay tax obligations, therefore all employees must undergo a pre-employment evaluation of their tax records / accounts to ensure compliance with this policy. Final candidates must also complete a successful background investigation and reference check prior to appointment. Certain positions based on duties may require scheduled background investigations.

Pursuant to the Universal Driving Standards Policy, any worker who will be expected to drive a State-owned vehicle is responsible for maintaining a safe driving record and a valid driver license prior to driving any State-owned vehicle. To be compliant with the new fleet vehicle policy, Motor Vehicle Records (MVRs) will be pulled for review for workers who :

Have an assigned State fleet vehicle

Are required to operate a vehicle as part of the position

Utilize a State fleet vehicle as a pool vehicle

Minimum Qualification Screening :

A 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.

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 established from this posting may be used to fill additional vacancies.

Email Address :

All correspondence regarding your status in the selection / examination process will be conducted via email. Please set up your e-mail to accept messages from "state.co.us" and "info@governmentjobs.com" addresses. It is your responsibility to ensure that your email will accept these notices and / or review your junk mail and spam filtered email.

Appeal Rights :

An applicant who has been removed from an employment list or removed from consideration during the selection process may request a review by the State Personnel Director. As an applicant directly affected by the results of the selection or comparative analysis process, you may file a written appeal with the State Personnel Director. Review of the completed, signed and submitted appeal will be timely on the basis of written material submitted by you, using the official appeal form signed by you or your representative. This form must be completed and delivered to the State Personnel Board by email at dpa_state.personnelboard@state.co.us within ten (10) calendar days from your receipt of notice or acknowledgment of the Department's action.

For further information on the Board Rules, you can refer to 4 Colorado Code of Regulations (CCR) 801-1, State Personnel Board Rules and Personnel Director's Administrative Procedures, Chapter 8, Resolution of Appeals and Disputes, at spb.colorado.gov / board-rules.

Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion Compliance :

The State of Colorado strives to create a Colorado for All by building and maintaining workplaces that value and respect all Coloradans through a commitment to equal opportunity and hiring based on merit and fitness. The State is resolute in non-discriminatory practices in everything we do, including hiring, employment, and advancement opportunities. The State of Colorado believes that equity, diversity, and inclusion drive our success, and we encourage candidates from all identities, backgrounds, and abilities to apply. The State of Colorado is an equal opportunity employer committed to building inclusive, innovative work environments with employees who reflect our communities and enthusiastically serve them. Therefore, in all aspects of the employment process, we provide employment opportunities to all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, medical condition related to pregnancy, creed, ancestry, national origin, marital status, genetic information, or military status (with preference given to military veterans), or any other protected status in accordance with applicable law.

The Colorado Department of Revenue is committed to the full inclusion of all qualified individuals. As part of this commitment, our agency will assist individuals who have a disability with any reasonable accommodation requests related to employment, including completing the application process, interviewing, completing any pre-employment testing, participating in the employee selection process, and / or to perform essential job functions where the requested accommodation does not impose an undue hardship. If you have a disability and require reasonable accommodation to ensure you have a positive experience applying or interviewing for this position, please direct your inquiries to our ADAAA inbox, dor_ohr@state.co.us.