State of Colorado Hiring for Criminal Investigator I. at Lakewood, CO Full Time

Department Information

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

The Motor Vehicle Investigation Unit (MVIU) serves to prevent fraud concerning the use of driver’s licenses, identification cards, motor vehicle titles and registrations and other motor vehicle documents issued by the department and to assist victims of identity theft by means of such documents.

The MVIU is seeking a Criminal Investigator I to join their team in serving and protecting the Colorado public and to foster an ethical and safe industry within the state. This position is responsible for investigating criminal and administrative violations concerning fraudulent activity against the Division of Motor Vehicles. The position serves to deter, identify, reduce, investigate and prevent fraudulent activity as it relates to driver’s license, titles and motor vehicle records. The position is responsible for working assigned cases as well as being proactive in identifying new trends and fraud schemes of this type of fraud.

Through acceptable investigative practices and procedures the position serves to deter, identify, reduce, investigate and prevent fraudulent activity as it relates to driver’s license, titles and motor vehicle records. The position is responsible for working assigned cases as well as being proactive in identifying new trends and fraud schemes of this type of fraud. As a certified Peace Office, (P.O.S.T.), this position exists to fulfill statutory responsibility to administer and enforce appropriate Colorado’s laws in a consistent and common sense manner.

Duties of this position include, but are not limited to:

• Plan or conduct investigations of criminal activity concerning motor vehicle documents and/or records issued by the Department
• Apply investigative techniques used in obtaining and analyzing evidence, collecting statements, interviewing witnesses, victims and perpetrators to determine a plan for completing the investigation and available alternatives for prosecution of the perpetrator.
• Prepare comprehensive detailed investigative reports to include the who, what, where, when why and how of the facts in the case. The report also includes witness statements and deposition statements from perpetrators. Reports are complete with appropriate dispositions identified, administrative actions taken and all exhibits identified
• Miscellaneous and other duties assigned

This position will be a hybrid work arrangement, working both remotely and in office.

Position must have a valid CO driver’s license.

Residency Requirement

Minimum Qualifications, Substitutions, Conditions of Employment & Appeal Rights

This posting is only open to residents of the State of Colorado at the time of submitting your application. Applicants may be ineligible to apply for this position and subsequently disqualified if they do not have a Colorado address and a Colorado State issued Driver’s License at the time of application.

Class Code & Classification Description

A2A2TX CRIMINAL INVESTIGATOR I

Minimum Qualifications

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

Option 1

• 5 years of experience as a full time sworn detective or sworn criminal investigator at the felony level for a government law enforcement agency as the main function of your job.”
• Experience must include filing felony level criminal cases in a criminal court as the lead investigator.
• Experience must be as a sworn detective or sworn criminal investigator as the main function of the job. Experience such as patrol work or other experience that only include investigations as an ancillary component of the job will not meet the minimum qualifications.
• *Colorado POST Certification Required.

OR

Option 2

• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution in Criminology, Criminal Justice, Criminalistics/Forensics, Police Science, Political Science & Government, Law Enforcement, Law, Psychology, Sociology or related field

AND

• 1 year of experience as a full time sworn detective or sworn criminal investigator at the felony level for a government law enforcement agency as the main function of your job.”
• Experience must include filing felony level criminal cases in a criminal court as the lead investigator.
• Experience must be as a sworn detective or sworn criminal investigator as the main function of the job. Experience such as patrol work or other experience that only include investigations as an ancillary component of the job will not meet the minimum qualifications.

Substitutions

Appropriate experience in investigations as a sworn detective or sworn criminal investigator at the felony level for government law enforcement agency will substitute for the degree requirement on a year-for-year basis

Necessary Special Requirements

The following knowledge, skills, and abilities are required for this position and will be considered during the selection process, including examination and/ or interview:

• Must possess and maintain a valid Driver’s License (at the time of application).
• Must be able to qualify and maintain qualification with a firearm.
• Certify and maintain certification in arrest control techniques.

Preferred Qualifications

The preferred candidates will possess the following qualifications:

• Proficiency in the use of PC software applications including Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, etc.) and Google suite (Google Docs, Google Slides, Google Sheets)
• Strong written and verbal communication skills to be used in interviews with victims and suspects
• Proven history of felony level case filing experience with a prosecutor’s office
• Experience in working complex cases in a detective bureau, preferably fraud investigations
• Acted as the lead investigator on a minimum of 20 felony level cases;
• Investigative experience in complex investigations that could include, but is not limited to, fraud investigations, identity theft, Forgery, Computer crimes, Attempting to influence public servants, vehicle theft, title fraud and other fraud related statutes.

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.
• Applicants must pass a thorough background investigation prior to appointment.

Candidates must be Colorado P.O.S.T. certified at the time of application. In accordance with C.R.S.

• 24-31-303 (5)(a) and (b), applicants must be Colorado P.O.S.T. certified, including the requirement of completing a physical and psychological evaluation (if it has been more than three years since a physical and psychological evaluation has been conducted). Following a conditional job offer, but prior to appointment, a candidate not meeting the requirement of C.R.S.
• 24-31-303(5)(b) will be subject to a physical and psychological evaluation to determine fitness to serve as a peace officer. Must be proficient with a handgun. Must be available, sometimes on short notice, to travel within and outside the State of Colorado. Must be available to work nights and/or weekends when necessary to conduct fast- paced investigations, execute search warrants, or prepare for trial. Applicants must pass a thorough criminal and personal background check, including a review of the personnel file from prior employment.

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

• A complete CDOR Application for Announced Vacancy (Submit online using the link in this announcement)
• A complete Supplemental Questionnaire (Submit online as part of your application)

Recommended

• A chronological resume. (Late submissions will not be accepted)
• A Cover Letter with a Written Narrative. The written narrative should describe your interest in this position and specifically how your education, abilities, skills and experience relate to the requirements, responsibilities and competencies listed in the job announcement. (Attach to your online application, late submissions will not be accepted)

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

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 [email protected] 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 .

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

Marie Besgrove, 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.