LTED Underage Operative - Temporary

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 Liquor and Tobacco Enforcement division enforces Colorado's Liquor, Beer and Special Event codes and ensures the industry’s cleanliness and regulation. It also enforces prohibitions on sales to individuals under age 21 and protects public health and safety.

Our vision is to promote safe communities in the State of Colorado through innovation, engagement, and education.

Our mission is to promote public safety, support economic growth, and ensure responsible sale and consumption of liquor and tobacco products through fair administration of laws.

The Colorado Department of Revenue Liquor and Tobacco Enforcement Division is hiring Underage Operatives. Operatives aged 16-20 will conduct undercover compliance checks by attempting to purchase tobacco and alcohol from licensed establishments to prevent sales to minors.

• Perform undercover compliance checks by attempting to purchase tobacco and alcohol products.
• Use a body microphone to record and transmit activity to investigators for live monitoring.
• Testify in criminal court and administrative hearings as required.
• Maintain flexibility with work schedule; schedule set by investigators.
• Coordinate with investigators and comply with required training.

• Ages 16 through 20 years old.
• Valid Colorado state‑issued  driver license.
• Willingness and ability to work evenings, weekends, and holidays.
• Transportation provided while on duty.
• Availability to work as directed by investigators; no guaranteed hours.

• Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work independently and accept supervision during operations.

• Temporary position; employees may work a maximum of nine months in any rolling 12‑month period.
• No guaranteed hours; pay state, federal, local taxes, Medicare, and contribute to PERA.
• Workers’ Compensation coverage provided.
• Non‑permanent temporary employees are ineligible for all state benefits except CSEAP and PERA contributions.

The State of Colorado is committed to equal opportunity and non‑discrimination. All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply regardless of race, color, religion, sex, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, pregnancy, medical condition related to pregnancy, creed, ancestry, national origin, marital status, genetic information, or military status.

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