COMPLIANCE INVESTIGATOR II - MED Licensing Investigations

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　　COMPLIANCE INVESTIGATOR II - MED Licensing Investigations

　　Salary

　　$68,100.00 - $88,536.00 Annually

　　Location

　　Lakewood, CO

　　Job Type

　　Full Time

　　Job Number

　　TAA-03381-01.2024

　　Department

　　Department of Revenue

　　Division

　　Enforcement - Marijuana

　　Opening Date

　　01/24/2024

　　Closing Date

　　2/6/2024 5:00 PM Mountain

　　FLSA

　　Determined by Position

　　Primary Physical Work Address

　　1697 Cole Blvd., Suite 200, Lakewood, CO 80401, USA

　　FLSA Status

　　Non-Exempt; position is eligible for overtime compensation.

　　Hiring Pay Rate

　　Although a range is given, the typical starting pay for this position is $72,540.00 annually.

　　Description

　　Benefits

　　Questions

　　Department Information

　　This position is open only to Colorado state residents.

　　We serve all Colorado residents in their everyday lives. The department is driven by our values of service, teamwork, accountability, integrity, and respect. We support the Colorado community as well as those that work here. We value the contributions of every employee and encourage learning so our employees can grow. We celebrate diversity, and together, support an equitable and inclusive culture. We embrace our differences because we believe this brings innovation to our work.

　　The Department of Revenue (DOR) employs approximately 1,600 hard-working and dedicated employees throughout Colorado. We can be seen performing functions as varied as auditing and collecting taxes, issuing driver licenses and motor vehicle titles, marketing lottery products, and regulating liquor, gaming, horse racing, marijuana, and the auto industry in order to assist the citizens of our state.

　　The Department of Revenue offers 11 paid holidays per year, paid vacation and sick leave, BenefitHub program (discounted merchandise, food and travel, etc), employee wellness program and a great benefit package.

　　CDOR Vision

　　To empower businesses and individuals through quality customer service, innovation and collaboration.

　　CDOR Mission

　　To become a trusted partner to every Coloradan to help them navigate the complexities of government so they can thrive.

　　CDOR Values

　　Description of Job

　　Marijuana Enforcement Division

　　The Marijuana Enforcement Division (MED) is a dynamic and innovative regulatory agency tasked with licensing and regulating the commercial Medical and Retail Marijuana industries in Colorado. First formed in 2010 as the Medical Marijuana Enforcement Division, the MED has developed a leading-edge approach to commercial marijuana regulation and is considered a global regulatory and industry leader. The Division implements legislation, develops regulations, conducts regulatory and criminal investigations, issues business licenses, engages in outreach and education initiatives, and enforces compliance mandates using a range of intervention strategies necessary to maintain a progressive and robust regulatory framework. The MED promotes transparency and innovation by utilizing a collaborative approach to engaging with stakeholders and by proactively and positively pursuing solutions to issues in a fast-paced professional environment.

　　Culture & Environment: The Marijuana Enforcement Division’s culture emphasizes Emotional Intelligence and Problem Solving. Members of our team are solution-oriented strategic thinkers who demonstrate professionalism, collaboration and integrity in all interactions. The MED operates in a dynamic and complex environment that requires members of our team to support one another in navigating new issues, demonstrate agility, embrace challenges as opportunities, and communicate with empathy, respect, and in the interest of progress.

　　Vision: Regulatory excellence through progressive and proactive compliance and enforcement practices.

　　Mission: Our mission is to promote public safety and reduce public harm by regulating the Colorado commercial marijuana industry through consistent administration of laws and regulations and strategic integration of process management, functional expertise, and innovative problem-solving.

　　Job Duties:

　　The Compliance Investigator I contributes to Division efforts to encourage and investigate licensee compliance with Colorado Marijuana Statutes and Regulations (Regulations). This position conducts outreach with licensees and other stakeholders to encourage strict compliance with Regulations, uses a risk-based analytical process to identify licensees for prioritized inspections, conducts proactive monitoring and engagements to evaluate licensee compliance, and conducts complex investigations into the actions of licensees

　　to determine if recommendations for administrative/disciplinary action is warranted.

　　Financial Investigations

　　reviews licensing histories and records of individuals and entities applying for ownership of a regulated marijuana business

　　Conducts background investigations where the results directly influence licensure decisions

　　Licensing Investigations

　　Reviews and evaluates financing and business structure of business applicants and owners

　　Examines the ownership structures of privately-held and publicly-traded corporations to ensure compliant disclosure of all individuals holding owner interest or in a position of controlling a regulated marijuana business.

　　Legal Investigations

　　Evaluation of applicants’ criminal history and background to determine suitability for licensure or if prohibited from licensure due to convictions,

　　investigates an applicant’s history of criminal arrests, violations, and convictions relative to moral character

　　Additional Investigations

　　Conducts investigations related to Change of Controlling Beneficial Owners

　　Conducts investigations into Temporary Court Appointees

　　Reviews Requests for Reinstatement of a Regulated Marijuana Business License

　　Minimum Qualifications, Substitutions, Conditions of Employment & Appeal Rights

　　Compliance Investigator II - H6K3XX

　　Must meet one of the following or any combination of experience/education to meet the qualifications:

　　OPTION 1:

　　6 years of experience in criminal or compliance investigative experience in a regulatory environment.

　　OR

　　OPTION 2:

　　Bachelor's degree from an accredited institution in business administration, public administration, criminology, criminal justice, criminalistics, political science, police science, law enforcement, law, economics, accounting, finance, psychology, sociology or a closely related field as determined by the Department.

　　AND

　　2 years of professional experience in criminal or compliance investigative experience in a regulatory environment.

　　OR

　　OPTION 3:

　　Additional appropriate education in business administration, public administration, criminology, criminal justice, criminalistics, political science, police science, law enforcement, law, economics, accounting, finance, psychology, sociology will substitute for the required experience on a year-for-year basis.

　　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.

　　Preferred Qualifications:

　　The preferred candidate will possess the following qualifications:

　　Experience interpreting and applying statutes and regulations.

　　Experience working in a highly regulated industry that prioritizes public health and safety.

　　Preferred applicants will possess more than the required minimum experience in professional investigative and/or compliance experience in a regulatory environment.

　　Experience in public sector or interacting with government organizations.

　　Outstanding candidates will have recent experience with: investigations involving public health, familiarity with testing of consumable products, and researching databases.

　　Proficiency in Google Suite.

　　Proficient in Microsoft Word and Excel.

　　Excellent oral and written communication and interpersonal skills.

　　DOR Required Skills and Competencies :

　　Competencies required for all DOR positions include good communications skills, interpersonal and people management skills, the ability to multitask, the ability to work with confidential information, the ability to work in high-stress environments, and the demonstrated ability to assist customers.

　　Conditions of Employment with the Colorado Department of Revenue :

　　As a condition of employment with the Colorado Department of Revenue, a requirement exists that all personnel timely file all necessary Colorado Individual Income Tax (CIIT) returns and timely pay tax obligations. As such, all employees must undergo a pre-employment evaluation of their tax records/accounts to ensure compliance with this policy.

　　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. All job finalists require successful completion of a background investigation and reference check prior to appointment. Background checks may include national criminal, financial, traffic, civil, education, and/or experience checks or any other checks related to the job assignment. Fingerprint background checks and pre-employment drug testing may also be required for some positions.

　　Applicant Checklist:

　　Only complete applications submitted on or before the closing date for this announcement will be given consideration. Failure to submit all required documents by the closing date of this announcement may result in your application being rejected. For assistance with the application process, please review the following video provided by the Colorado Department of Personnel & Administration "Applying for a Job with the State of Colorado" .

　　Work history must be documented in detail under the experience portion of application-"see resume" will not be accepted.

　　Complete Applications must include the following documents:

　　1) A complete CDOR Application for Announced Vacancy (Submit online using the link in this announcement)

　　2) A complete Supplemental Questionnaire (Submit online as part of your application)

　　Minimum Qualifications and Comparative Analysis:

　　Part of, or the entire comparative analysis for this position, may involve a review of the information submitted in the application material, including the answers to the supplemental questions. Therefore, it is paramount that in the experience portion of the application, the applicant describes the extent to which they possess the education, experience, competencies and background as they relate to the duties outlined in the job announcement, as well as the special and/or preferred qualifications.

　　List 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.

　　Under "Duties," describe clearly the tasks you performed and the nature of your supervisory, technical, or other responsibilities as they relate to the job for which you are applying. Be complete and specific in detailing of duties.

　　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.

　　Failure to include adequate information or follow instructions may affect the applicant's score and/or prevent them from competing in any subsequent measures used to arrive at a top group of applicants.

　　Factors to be assessed are those outlined in the requirements, competencies, and preferred qualifications.

　　Years will be expressed in terms of full-time equivalent service with full-time workload equal to one (1) Full-Time Equivalent (FTE) year. No more than 1.00 FTE year may be credited in any twelve (12) month period. Positions working 40 hours or less per week will be prorated (30 hrs/wk=0.75 FTE=9 mos credit; 20 hrs/wk=0.5 FTE=6 mos credit; 10 hrs/wk=0.25 FTE=3 mos credit)

　　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. Include a working email address on your application; one that is checked often as time sensitive correspondence such as exam information or notification will take place via email. Please set up your e-mail to accept messages from "state.co.us" and "[email protected]" 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:

　　If you receive notice that you have been eliminated from consideration for the position, you may protest the action by filing an appeal with the State Personnel Board/State Personnel Director within 10 days from the date you receive notice of the elimination.

　　Also, if you wish to challenge the selection and comparative analysis process, you may file an appeal with the State Personnel Board/State Personnel Director within 10 days from the receipt of notice or knowledge of the action you are challenging.

　　Refer to Chapters 4 and 8 of the State Personnel Board Rules and Personnel Director's Administrative Procedures, 4 CCR 801, for more information about the appeals process. The State Personnel Board Rules and Personnel Director's Administrative Procedures are available at www.colorado.gov/spb .

　　A standard appeal form is available at: https://spb.colorado.gov/ . If you appeal, your appeal must be submitted in writing on the official appeal form, signed by you or your representative, and received at the following address within 10 days of your receipt of notice or knowledge of the action: Colorado State Personnel Board/State Personnel Director, Attn: Appeals Processing, 1525 Sherman Street, 4th Floor, Denver, CO 80203. Fax: 303-866-5038. Phone: 303-866-3300. The ten-day deadline and these appeal procedures also apply to all charges of discrimination.

　　Supplemental Information

　　Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion Compliance

　　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 Coordinator, Jacqueline Brown-Tremble at [email protected]

　　The State of Colorado is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to building work environments that are inclusive and reflect our communities and the diverse talents of all people. We strongly encourage candidates from all backgrounds and abilities to apply.

　　How to apply:

　　Please submit an online application for this position at https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/colorado. Reach out to the Department Contact to apply using a paper application, including any supplemental questions. Failure to submit a complete and timely application may result in the rejection of your application. Applicants are responsible for ensuring that application materials are received by the appropriate Human Resources office before the closing date and time listed.

　　If not applying online, submit application to:

　　It is recommended that you apply on-line and it is the applicant's responsibility to ensure their application materials include all documents in the applicant checklist and that they are received by the CLOSING DATE and TIME.

　　Department Contact Information:

　　Eden Rose Davis, HR Analyst, [email protected]

　　Methods of Appointment:

　　Appointment to the vacancy or vacancies represented by this announcement is expected to be from the eligible list created. However, at the discretion of the appointing authority, the position(s) may be filled by another method of appointment for a valid articulated business reason.