Criminal Investigator

This position is open only to Colorado state residents. 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. 
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Division of Gaming: Ensures that limited gaming is conducted honestly, fairly, and competitively, and is free from criminal and corrupt elements.
What we do: Sports Betting/Fantasy Sports unit ensures honesty and integrity in the sports betting and fantasy sports industry, through equal parts of education, compliance, and enforcement. The work unit ensures the physical and logistical security of sports wagering on-line and in off-site Sports Betting areas.
A typical day in the life of an Agent in Charge:  Oversees and leads all investigative, regulatory, suitability, and compliance activities and investigations of the work unit to advise other investigators in the field offices about securities laws and about what information can, and should be, sought from an applicant or any other source. Plans, trains, directs, and supervises subordinate employees who perform these listed duties and all Investigative duties of the work unit.  Performs these duties personally and any other duties as assigned by Division leadership.  
Primary Duties: Administration, Management, and Supervision 
Manages and responds to verbal and written inquiries concerning Sports Betting and Fantasy Contest laws, regulations, and licensing. Supervises/Manages day-to-day activities of Sports Betting, Cyber and Fantasy Contest investigations, manages, promotes, and facilitates Field Training Officer/Investigator Program for the Sports Betting Unit. Remains current on gaming statutes, regulations, and ICMPs, criminal and civil statutory law and case law, gaming technologies, and business and investment practices which affect Sports Betting. Background Investigations
Plans, trains, directs, and supervises subordinate employees who perform these listed duties and all Investigative duties of the work unit. Also performs these duties personally and any other duties as assigned by Division leadership. Oversees and leads all investigative, regulatory, suitability, and compliance activities and investigations of the work unit. Manages all aspects of all investigation processes and presents findings to the Colorado Limited Gaming Commission or their designees.  Criminal and Regulatory Investigations and Enforcement
Determines the need for, collects and analyzes data and evidence to ascertain if enough probable cause exists to pursue misdemeanor or felony case filings. Oversees and leads all aspects of Criminal investigations. Regulatory, and Enforcement Investigations in the Sports Betting Unit and makes recommendations to staff and Division leadership. Interacts with industry stakeholders, other agencies, and the public to provide regulatory and copliance guidance and education. Residency Requirement: (New)
Choose one of the following options for your job announcement and remove the others:  This posting is only open to residents of the State of Colorado at the time of submitting your application. 
Class Code & Classification Description: (New) A2A4XX CRIMINAL INVESTIGATOR III Minimum Qualifications Education Experience: Bachelor's degree in Criminology, Criminal Justice, Police Science, Law Enforcement, Law or a closely related field as determined by the Department.
AND  Three (3) years of professional investigative experience appropriate to the position. * Required to maintain and have a valid Colorado P.O.S.T. Certification at the time of application.
Substitutions:
Appropriate Criminal Investigative experience will substitute for the degree requirement 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. Necessary Special Requirements: Applicants must successfully pass a background investigation and a tax check prior to appointment to positions in the Gaming Division.
Must possess and maintain a valid Colorado driver's license (at the time of application). 
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. 
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: Knowledge of Colorado rules and regulations related to Division of
Gaming.
Excellent interpersonal, oral, and written communication skills.
Demonstrate the ability to plan and organize.
Proven success organizing and tracking workload.
Problem solving and troubleshooting skills.
Ability to complete reports in a thorough, accurate and concise manner. 
Proven ability to work independently and accept supervision.
Experience with rule making processes.
Experience supervising administrative investigations in a regulated environment. 
Supervisory experience.
Proficiency in the Microsoft Office Suite.
Proficiency in Google Suite.
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.
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. 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 letter (Optional if Manager is requesting them)
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. 
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 "" addresses. It is your responsibility to ensure that your email will accept these notices and/or review your junk mail and spam filtered email.
If you receive notice that you have been eliminated from consideration for this position, you may file an appeal with the State Personnel Board or request a review by the State Personnel Director.
APPEAL RIGHTS An appeal or review must be submitted on the official appeal form, signed by you or your representative. This form must be delivered to the State Personnel Board by email (), postmarked in US Mail or hand delivered (1525 Sherman Street, 4th Floor, Denver CO 80203), or faxed ) within ten (10) calendar days from your receipt of notice or acknowledgement of the department's action.
For more information about the appeals process, the official appeal form, and how to deliver it to the State Personnel Board; go to  spb.colorado.gov ; contact the State Personnel Board for assistance at ; or 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 under Rules.
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
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 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: If you are not able to submit an online application, a paper application is available at this link:  PDF State Paper Application (Download PDF reader). Paper applications must be received via email to by the closing date and time of the application period listed on this announcement.
Department Contact Information: Anita McEachern, HR Analyst at  
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.